Homes for sale in Oudorp, Alkmaar
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Oudorp, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home in Oudorp cost?
Oudorp is a neighbourhood where the majority of homes are privately owned: 62% are owner-occupied, compared to 38% rented. The average WOZ value is €374,000, which is about €32,000 higher than the average for Alkmaar (€342,000). Looking at actual sale prices over the past year, they are significantly higher: the average purchase price came to €508,833, with a range of €297,000 to €895,000. 45 homes were sold, with an average living area of 161 m². The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached homes, although in areas like Oudorp-Centrum and Schermereiland en Omval you will also find apartments. At the top of this page you will always see the current supply with the latest asking prices and selling times.
Living in Oudorp: polder edge, amenities and a quiet atmosphere
Oudorp scores an 8.1 from residents on Buurtje.nl, and if you read the reviews, one thing immediately stands out: peace and quiet. Resident Regina sums it up well: "A quiet neighbourhood, I love living here. Within walking distance of a nursing home and the polder. Wouldn't want to leave." That proximity to the Oudorperpolder is a real plus that you will find in few other Alkmaar neighbourhoods. In areas like Oudorperpolder-Noord and Oudorperpolder-Midden, you literally step into the greenery, while still being just a few minutes' bike ride from the centre.
In terms of amenities, Oudorp is fairly self-sufficient. There is an Albert Heijn on Edvard Griegstraat, and residents also mention a butcher, baker and hairdresser in the area. A dental practice is also opening soon, as Regina notes: "Lovely and green, close to a supermarket, butcher, baker, hairdresser and soon a dentist. So a wonderful place to live." Rene confirms that picture and points to the good mix: "Mix of young and old. All amenities are nearby, shops, care." That matches the demographics: the largest group of residents is aged 45 to 65 (3,830 inhabitants), but there are also over 2,150 children under 15. Education scores the lowest of all categories at 6.7, so if you have school-age children, it is wise to compare carefully. On the neighbourhood page for Oudorp you will find all ratings and reviews.
Accessibility gets an 8.5 from residents. Alkmaar station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, and via the N242 and the connection to the A9 at Heerhugowaard you are quickly on the motorway towards Amsterdam or Den Helder. Bus routes along Vondelstraat and Oudorperplein connect the neighbourhood with the centre and the station. Comparing Oudorp with nearby neighbourhoods like Overdie or Huiswaard, it is noticeable that Oudorp has retained a slightly more village-like character, despite formally belonging to Alkmaar. Safety scores a 7.8, which resident Bk confirms: "Generally good, few burglaries."
Is Oudorp right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price above half a million euros, buying a home in Oudorp is not for every first-time buyer. The entry point around €297,000 does offer possibilities, for example for buying an apartment in Oudorp or a smaller terraced house in Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest. Upsizers and families looking for space will find homes here with an average living area of 161 m². Bear in mind additional costs: 2% transfer tax, notary and valuation fees quickly add up. Overbidding also occurs in Oudorp, so adjust your budget accordingly. Looking for flexibility or want to get to know the neighbourhood first? Also check out the rental homes in Oudorp as an alternative.
Searching for a home to buy in Oudorp using neighbourhood scores and reviews
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only choose a house but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Also check out the supply in similar neighbourhoods like De Mare or West, or view all homes for sale in Alkmaar. More about living, life and amenities in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Alkmaar.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Oudorp?
The average purchase price in Oudorp over the past year was €508,833. Prices range from approximately €297,000 to €895,000, depending on the type of property and its location within the neighbourhood. The average living area is 161 m².
How does the WOZ value of homes in Oudorp compare to Alkmaar?
The average WOZ value in Oudorp is €374,000. That is about €32,000 higher than the Alkmaar average of €342,000. The WOZ value partly determines your municipal taxes and is often lower than the actual sale price.
What costs are involved in buying a house in Oudorp?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax (exempted under certain conditions for first-time buyers), notary costs, valuation costs, and possibly advice or brokerage fees for your mortgage. Budget for about 4-6% extra on top of the purchase price. In Oudorp, bidding above the asking price is common, so keep that in mind for your budget.
Is Oudorp a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home for families?
Oudorp is popular with families thanks to the spacious homes, the green character on the edge of the polder, and good amenities such as a supermarket, bakery, and healthcare facilities. The neighbourhood has over 2,150 children under 15. However, note that education scores a relatively low 6.7 among residents, so compare schools carefully.
Can I also buy an apartment in Oudorp?
Yes, apartments are also available in Oudorp, especially in the more centrally located areas. Entry-level prices are around €297,000. Apartments are an option for first-time buyers or singles who want to combine living in Oudorp with a somewhat lower budget.
Decent, few burglaries. I live in the city so fairly little greenery, but enough within a few minutes' drive
Auto-translated to English by AIA neighbourhood on the edge of the polder, wonderfully green, close to a supermarket, butcher, baker, hairdresser, and soon a dental practice. So lovely to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIMix of young and old, older people are now passing away age. All facilities are available in the neighbourhood, shops, care.
Auto-translated to English by AIA quiet neighbourhood because I live here wonderfully, as I live within walking distance of a nursing home and the polder. Wouldn't want to leave here anymore.
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