Homes for sale in Oude Gouw, Enkhuizen

House prices and market figures for Oude Gouw, Enkhuizen

The owner-occupied market in Oude Gouw is more modest than the average in the municipality of Enkhuizen, but transaction prices are surprisingly higher than the WOZ values suggest. The average WOZ value in Oude Gouw is €249,000, which is clearly lower than the district average of Enkhuizen Noord (€307,000) and the municipal average of €320,000. Nevertheless, in the past twelve months, 42 homes were sold for an average of €344,167, with a range of €275,000 to €485,000. That works out to an average price of approximately €2,967 per square metre, based on an average living area of 116 m².

Of the more than 1,290 homes in the neighbourhood, 48% are owner-occupied and 52% are rental properties, a large portion of which are owned by housing corporations. This gives Oude Gouw a mixed character: homeowners live here alongside social tenants, which influences the neighbourhood dynamics. The housing stock largely consists of ground-floor homes from the 1970s and 1980s, such as terraced houses and semi-detached houses. Current asking prices and selling times can be found at the top of this page.

Living in Oude Gouw, Enkhuizen

Oude Gouw is a post-war expansion neighbourhood on the north side of Enkhuizen, built in the 1970s and 1980s. The streets are laid out wide, with space for cars and bicycles, and the buildings mainly consist of terraced houses, porch flats and semi-detached houses. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural features, but it does have a clear, orderly structure that many residents find pleasant.

The atmosphere is predominantly quiet. Elly van Ramesdonk describes her street as a place with "little traffic" and "lots of friendly people", giving the neighbourhood an 8.6. That picture fits the quieter residential streets in the south of the neighbourhood. At the same time, another resident is less positive and gives only a 4.3, indicating that the experience can vary greatly per street or corner. The overall resident score stands at 6.5 out of 10, based on two reviews. Read all reviews on the neighbourhood page of Oude Gouw.

For daily groceries, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. Supermarkets are within walking distance, and the centre of Enkhuizen with its historic city centre, shops and restaurants can be reached by bike in about ten minutes. Children in the neighbourhood can attend primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and this is rewarded: education scores remarkably high with a 9.0. Sports facilities are available in the nearby districts, and the IJsselmeer is a short bike ride away.

Accessibility scores a 7.5. Enkhuizen has its own train station, part of the line to Amsterdam Centraal via Hoorn. From Oude Gouw, you can cycle there in about ten minutes. By car, you connect to the N302 towards Hoorn and the rest of North Holland. Bus routes run through the neighbourhood and provide additional public transport for those not using a bicycle.

Green space is the weak point: the score is 4.5, and that is noticeable when walking through the neighbourhood. There are few parks or significant green strips within the neighbourhood itself. If green space is important to you, you are better off looking at Drechterwijk or the Enkhuizen Buitengebied. Safety, on the other hand, scores well with an 8.0, which is a strong result for a mixed urban neighbourhood.

Compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Gommerwijk Oost or Kadijken, Oude Gouw has a somewhat coarser urban character, but also lower entry prices. The Enkhuizen Noord district as a whole has a higher average WOZ value, which shows that Oude Gouw is on the more affordable side of the district.

Who is a home in Oude Gouw interesting for?

Buying a home in Oude Gouw mainly appeals to first-time buyers and young families who want to live in Enkhuizen without the higher prices of the centre or new-build neighbourhoods. The neighbourhood has a relatively large group of 25 to 45-year-olds and many single-person households, which determines the social mix. Movers looking for space at a reasonable price and not dependent on a green living environment will find plenty of choice here. Disadvantage: the supply is limited and homes are sometimes sold quickly. If you want to rent more or are still orienting yourself, you can also look at the rental properties in Oude Gouw.

What residents say about Oude Gouw

Oude Gouw receives an average score of 6.5 out of 10, based on two resident reviews. The outliers are education (9.0) and safety (8.0), while green space (4.5) and housing (6.0) score less well. Elly van Ramesdonk writes: "Nice street with lots of friendly people, little traffic." Another resident is significantly more critical and gives a 4.3. That difference shows that Oude Gouw is not the same for everyone. View all reviews and sub-scores on the page of the Oude Gouw neighbourhood.

Compare homes for sale in and around Oude Gouw

On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Oude Gouw combined with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, compiled from more than 1,500 sources. This way you can not only compare a home, but also assess the neighbourhood itself before planning a viewing. Also check the supply in the wider district via homes for sale in Enkhuizen Noord, or explore other neighbourhoods such as Gommerwijk West and Noord. For an overview of the city, you can visit homes for sale in Enkhuizen. Want to know more about the municipality? Then check the website of the municipality of Enkhuizen.