Homes for sale in Obdam, Koggenland
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Obdam. View available properties, current asking prices and selling times directly at the top of this page.
House prices in Obdam: what do you pay and how does it compare to Koggenland?
Obdam is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 75% of the more than 2,500 homes are privately owned, giving the village a stable and owner-oriented character. The average WOZ value is €362,000, slightly below the municipal average of €378,000 for Koggenland. That difference is limited, but it indicates that Obdam is relatively affordable within the municipality. Looking at actual transactions over the past twelve months, the average purchase price is €491,722, with a range of €300,000 to €1,000,000. 18 homes were sold, with an average living area of 142 m². The supply consists mainly of ground-floor family homes and detached houses. Apartments are scarce in Obdam. For current asking prices and the currently available supply of owner-occupied homes in Obdam, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Obdam: village tranquillity with a strong sense of community
Anyone considering living in Obdam chooses a village with a clear identity of its own. Residents give Obdam an 8.4 on Buurtje.nl, with notably high scores for beauty (9.5), amenities (9.5), safety (9.0) and accessibility (9.0). Resident M describes it as follows: the neighbourhood feels nice, everyone is friendly, even if you don't know each other well. She mentions the annual market on the Dorpsstraat as a moment when the connection with the village really becomes tangible. Mats is even more concise: he simply calls it a top neighbourhood. Read all experiences on the Obdam neighbourhood page with full scores and reviews.
Amenities are well in order for a village of nearly 6,000 residents. On the Dorpsstraat and surroundings you will find local shops and catering establishments that keep the village centre lively. There is a primary school, which explains the high score for housing and the presence of families with children (955 households). For more extensive shopping and secondary schools, residents rely on Hoorn or Alkmaar, both a short distance away. Sports clubs are active in the village, with football as one of the visible anchors of club life. The area around Laan van Meerweijde and Duinweid offers quiet residential streets with a green character, although green as a category scores slightly lower at 6.5.
Accessibility scores high, but requires nuance. By car, Obdam is easily accessible via the N243 towards Hoorn and the A7 towards Alkmaar and Amsterdam. Resident M honestly indicates that driving can sometimes be cumbersome in the village itself, particularly due to the village road structure. Public transport is available via bus connections to Hoorn and Alkmaar, but a private car is virtually indispensable in practice. Comparable villages in the region, such as Hensbroek, Spierdijk and Berkhout, have a similar profile for those who want to explore the region broadly.
For whom is a home in Obdam a good choice?
Obdam mainly attracts families and movers who seek peace, space and a close-knit community without being far from the Randstad. With an average sale price of nearly €492,000, buying a home in Obdam is not an entry-level market for starters without their own capital. The limited number of transactions (18 in a year) means that supply is scarce and homes can be gone quickly. Take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-starters) and notary fees. Those looking for more flexibility or still orienting themselves can also look at rental homes in Obdam as an intermediate step.
Searching for a home in Obdam: how to use this page
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see a home but also get to know the surrounding area. Use the filters at the top for price, area and energy label. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the overview of homes for sale in Koggenland or explore specific neighbourhoods such as Reigerlaan Obdam and surroundings or Weerestraat and surroundings. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Koggenland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Obdam?
The average purchase price in Obdam over the past twelve months was €491,722, based on 18 sold homes. Prices ranged from €300,000 to €1,000,000, with an average living area of 142 m². The supply mainly consists of ground-floor single-family homes and detached houses.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Obdam?
The average WOZ value in Obdam is €362,000. This is slightly below the municipal average of Koggenland, which is €378,000. The WOZ value is an indication of the market value and is used for, among other things, municipal taxes.
Are there also apartments for sale in Obdam?
Buying an apartment in Obdam is difficult because the housing supply in this village consists almost entirely of ground-floor homes. Those looking for an apartment would do well to explore the supply in Hoorn or Alkmaar, or search more broadly within the municipality of Koggenland.
How is the accessibility when buying a home in Obdam?
Obdam is easily accessible by car via the N243 and the nearby A7, with connections to Hoorn and Alkmaar. Residents rate accessibility a 9.0, although a car is practically indispensable in practice. Public transport via bus lines is available but limited in frequency.
What additional costs are there when buying a home in Obdam?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for non-starters, 0% for starters under 35 below the exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. On average, expect 4 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs. With an average purchase price of nearly €492,000, that adds up quickly.
It's a top neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AII experience the neighbourhood as very pleasant. Everyone is friendly, even though I don't know anyone. I sometimes find that a pity. Recently we had a market on the Dorpsstraat and then I felt very connected to my village. Events like that are very nice. By car, everything is just harder to reach than by bike. I also miss rubbish bins on the Dorpsstraat. You can hardly find any. That's why there is often litter on the pavement. Also, households should be encouraged more to install solar panels and remove as many paving stones as possible. Also, more charging points for electric cars should be installed in parking lots. Those are all tips to make it greener, but it's not that the neighbourhood is bad now.
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