Homes for sale in Oostertocht Zuid, Dijk en Waard
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Oostertocht Zuid. At the top you can see the current asking prices, selling times and available homes in this neighbourhood.
House prices and market figures for Oostertocht Zuid, Dijk en Waard
Owner-occupied homes in Oostertocht Zuid are firmly priced. Over the past twelve months, 9 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €485,389. The range runs from €375,000 to €750,000, indicating that both more affordable terraced houses and larger, more expensive homes can be found in the neighbourhood. With an average living area of 132 m², the average price per square metre comes to approximately €3,677. The WOZ value in Oostertocht Zuid is €348,000, slightly above the district average of Oostertocht (€346,000), but noticeably lower than the municipal average of Dijk en Waard (€366,000). That difference is relevant for buyers wondering whether they are entering the market relatively favourably here. Three-quarters of the housing stock (76%) is owner-occupied, giving the neighbourhood a stable ownership character. The supply consists mainly of ground-floor single-family homes. Check the current supply and current asking prices at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Living in Oostertocht Zuid, Dijk en Waard
Oostertocht Zuid is a quiet residential neighbourhood in the southern part of the Oostertocht district, which is part of the municipality of Dijk en Waard. The neighbourhood has a pronounced residential character: wide streets, many ground-floor terraced houses and semi-detached homes, largely built in the 1980s and 1990s. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for urban dynamism, but rather for its tranquillity and clarity. Residents often describe its character as pleasant and green, with enough space for children to play outside.
As for amenities: your daily shopping is done in the nearby shopping centre of Heerhugowaard, where you can find an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo, among others. For a wider range, the city centre of Heerhugowaard is within cycling distance. Primary schools are accessible in the immediate vicinity, and for sports, various clubs are active in the municipality, including football and tennis clubs. Green space in the neighbourhood itself is limited, but the polder strips and recreational areas around Heerhugowaard are easily accessible by bike.
Accessibility by car is good: via the N242 and the connection to the A9, you can quickly reach Alkmaar or Amsterdam. By bike, you can reach Heerhugowaard station in about ten minutes, from where sprinters run towards Alkmaar and Amsterdam Central. Bus line 130 connects the neighbourhood with the centre of Heerhugowaard and surrounding villages. Commuters to the Randstad are well represented here, which is also visible in the labour participation rate of 68%.
Residents particularly appreciate the neighbourhood for its tranquillity and social cohesion in the streets. One resident writes: "It is pleasantly quiet here, you know your neighbours and the children just play in the street. Not spectacular, but that is exactly what we were looking for." Criticisms that come up are the limited dining and entertainment options in the immediate vicinity and the fact that for more urban entertainment you really have to go to Alkmaar or further. See all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Oostertocht Zuid neighbourhood main page.
Compared to Oostertocht Noord, Oostertocht Zuid is slightly quieter in character and less centrally located relative to the shopping centre. Anyone wanting to understand the full context of the district will find a good overview at owner-occupied homes in Oostertocht as a whole.
Who is a home in Oostertocht Zuid interesting for?
Based on the demographic composition, Oostertocht Zuid is pre-eminently a neighbourhood for families and movers. The largest age group consists of 45 to 65-year-olds, and households with children form the largest category. Starters will experience the average purchase price of almost €485,000 as a barrier, certainly given the limited number of transactions per year. Supply is scarce and competition for a well-priced home can be fierce. Those who are flexible can also look at rental homes in Oostertocht Zuid as an intermediate step. Also compare with surrounding districts such as Broek op Langedijk or Oudkarspel, where the market sometimes offers a bit more room for manoeuvre.
What residents say about Oostertocht Zuid
Residents of Oostertocht Zuid rate their neighbourhood predominantly positively, particularly in terms of safety, tranquillity and the quality of the homes themselves. Points such as entertainment options and public transport score somewhat lower. One resident sums it up aptly: "You don't live here for the liveliness, but for the quality of life at street level. That is a conscious choice and it suits us perfectly." Want to read all the reviews and see how Oostertocht Zuid scores per category? Then check the full neighbourhood page of Oostertocht Zuid with all resident reviews.
Comparing owner-occupied homes in and around Oostertocht Zuid
Buurtje.nl brings together the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources on one page, supplemented with resident reviews and district data that you won't find in this combination anywhere else. This way, you can not only see what is for sale, but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. In addition to Oostertocht Zuid, Noord-Scharwoude and Zuid-Scharwoude are also worth exploring if you want to buy in the municipality of Dijk en Waard. More general information about the municipality can be found on the website of Dijk en Waard.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Oostertocht Zuid?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Oostertocht Zuid was €485,389. Prices ranged from €375,000 to €750,000, with an average living area of 132 m². This equates to a price per square metre of approximately €3,677. These are relatively high prices for the region, partly due to limited supply and the predominance of ground-floor homes in this neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value in Oostertocht Zuid?
The average WOZ value in Oostertocht Zuid is €348,000. This puts the neighbourhood slightly above the district average of Oostertocht (€346,000), but clearly below the municipal average of Dijk en Waard as a whole (€366,000). For buyers using the WOZ value as an indicator of value development, this means there is still some room compared to the municipal average.
What is it like to live in Oostertocht Zuid?
Living in Oostertocht Zuid is quiet and orderly. The neighbourhood consists mainly of single-family homes from the 1980s and 1990s, with wide streets and a green character. Residents appreciate the social atmosphere and safety, although the neighbourhood is not the liveliest in the municipality. For dining and urban entertainment, you rely on Alkmaar or the centre of Heerhugowaard.
Is Oostertocht Zuid suitable for families with children?
Yes, Oostertocht Zuid is pre-eminently a family neighbourhood. Households with children form the largest category, and the quiet streets and ground-floor homes make the neighbourhood attractive for families. Primary schools are within easy reach in the immediate vicinity, and there is plenty of space for children to play outside. However, the average purchase price is high for starters with a young family.
How accessible is Oostertocht Zuid?
By car, Oostertocht Zuid is easily accessible via the N242, with a quick connection to the A9 towards Alkmaar and Amsterdam. Heerhugowaard station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with sprinters to Alkmaar and Amsterdam Central. Bus line 130 connects the neighbourhood with the centre of Heerhugowaard. Accessibility by bike is good for daily destinations in the immediate vicinity.
What type of homes are for sale in Oostertocht Zuid?
The supply in Oostertocht Zuid mainly consists of ground-floor single-family homes, such as terraced houses and semi-detached houses. Most homes were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Buying apartments in Oostertocht Zuid is less common; the housing stock is clearly focused on family homes. Of the total housing stock, 76% are owner-occupied homes, giving the neighbourhood a stable ownership character.
Is there much supply for sale in Oostertocht Zuid and do you need to overbid?
The supply in Oostertocht Zuid is limited. In the past twelve months, only 9 homes were sold, indicating little turnover. With a well-priced home, the chance of competition from other buyers is real. Anyone wanting to buy a home in Oostertocht Zuid would be wise to respond alertly to new listings and prepare well for the bidding process.
