Homes for sale in Schagen-Zuid, Schagen
Looking for a home to buy in Schagen-Zuid? Check the current listings on this page, including asking prices, selling times, and resident reviews.
House prices in Schagen-Zuid: well above the WOZ value
Schagen-Zuid is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 69% of the 946 homes are owned by residents. The average WOZ value is €327,000, slightly below the municipal average of €348,000. This difference says something about the type of housing that dominates here: they are largely ground-floor family homes, but transaction prices are considerably higher than the WOZ. In the past twelve months, six homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €686,000, with a range of €385,000 to €1,195,000 and an average living area of 187 m². That upper segment points to more spacious detached homes. See the overview at the top of this page for current asking prices and selling times of owner-occupied homes in Schagen-Zuid.
The share of rental homes is 31%, of which 28% is owned by housing associations. If you are unsure between renting and buying, you can also look at rental homes in Schagen-Zuid as an alternative.
Living in Schagen-Zuid: quiet, tidy and well-connected
Schagen-Zuid scores a 7.6 on Buurtje.nl, based on five resident reviews. That is a fair score for a neighbourhood that does not excel in spectacular amenities, but is valued precisely for what it does not have: hustle and bustle, nuisance and anonymity. Resident Janna describes it aptly: "I experience this neighbourhood as quiet, stable. There are no extra facilities, but as far as I'm concerned that's fine, that probably also makes the neighbourhood as quiet as it is." R.v.Merkesteijn adds that he lives nice and quiet along the cycle path, without cars at his doorstep. That image of a neat, friendly neighbourhood recurs in several reviews. On the neighbourhood page of Schagen-Zuid you can read all reviews and sub-scores per category.
The highest sub-scores go to accessibility (8.8) and safety (8.0). Lucas confirms that picture: "Well accessible by bike and car, only little greenery. A small forest and a park, that's it." Schagen has its own train station with connections towards Alkmaar and Den Helder, and the neighbourhood is conveniently located relative to the N9 towards Alkmaar. The centre of Schagen, with its weekly market, shops and restaurants, can be reached by bike within a few minutes. Daniëlle writes enthusiastically about the offerings in the town: "Lots of fun things to do and good restaurants. Also a nice gym." For daily groceries you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The lowest sub-scores are for education (6.2) and greenery (6.8), which corresponds to what residents say: greenery is limited to a small park and a modest wood, and primary school provision in the immediate vicinity is not abundant. The municipality is working on various facilities; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Schagen.
Schagen-Zuid borders several neighbourhoods each with their own character. Muggenburg and Muggenburg-Zuid are nearby and interesting if you want to compare the offerings. A bit further away are Witte Paal and Tolke en Buitengebied, where it becomes more rural. The neighbourhood mainly attracts middle-aged residents: the 45-65 age group is by far the largest with 645 people, followed by those aged 65 and over (525). This translates into a quiet, stable living environment with little turnover.
Who is a home for sale in Schagen-Zuid suitable for?
Schagen-Zuid mainly appeals to movers and seniors looking for peace and space without living completely outside the town. The average transaction price of €686,000 makes this not a starter neighbourhood: with additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for homes above the starter exemption) and notary fees, you quickly add €15,000 to €20,000 extra. The supply is limited: only six homes were sold in the past year, so acting quickly pays off. Anyone considering buying an apartment in Schagen-Zuid must take into account a market that predominantly consists of ground-floor homes. If buying is not feasible now, the rental homes in Schagen-Zuid are a realistic alternative.
Searching for a home for sale in Schagen-Zuid and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only buy a house but also know what to expect from the area. Also check the supply of homes for sale in Schagen as a whole, or explore surrounding villages such as Sint Maarten, Warmenhuizen or Tuitjenhorn for a different type of housing within the same municipality.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Schagen-Zuid?
In the past twelve months, six homes were sold in Schagen-Zuid for an average purchase price of €686,000. The range ran from €385,000 to €1,195,000, with an average living area of 187 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €327,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €348,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Schagen-Zuid?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for homes above the starter exemption threshold), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. For a home of €686,000, the additional costs can quickly add up to €15,000 to €25,000 extra. Make sure to get good advice from a buying agent, especially given the limited supply in this neighbourhood.
What types of homes can you buy in Schagen-Zuid?
Schagen-Zuid consists mainly of ground-floor single-family homes. The high average living area of 187 m² and the wide price range up to €1,195,000 indicate the presence of larger detached homes in the higher segment. If you are considering buying an apartment in Schagen-Zuid, you will find little supply here; the market is clearly focused on family homes and larger owner-occupied houses.
How is the accessibility from Schagen-Zuid?
Residents rate the accessibility at 8.8 out of 10, the highest sub-score in the neighbourhood. Schagen has its own train station with connections to Alkmaar and Den Helder. Via the N9 you are quickly on the motorway towards Amsterdam. Within the neighbourhood itself, cycling is popular: several residents mention the cycle path as a pleasant alternative to the car.
Are there schools and facilities nearby for families wanting to live in Schagen-Zuid?
The education offering scores relatively low (6.2 out of 10) in resident reviews, indicating that the direct supply in the neighbourhood is limited. The centre of Schagen, within cycling distance, offers more options for primary and secondary education. Supermarkets and daily amenities are easily accessible, and residents are positive about the catering offer and sports facilities in the town.
Friendly people
Auto-translated to English by AII live nice and quiet by the cycle path, so no cars at the door.
Auto-translated to English by AII experience this neighbourhood as quiet, stable. There are no extra amenities, but as far as I'm concerned that's fine, it probably makes the neighbourhood as quiet as it is now. The greenery is a bit sparse here and there. The neighbourhood is reasonably clean and the green space maintenance keeps what there is in good condition. From the neighbourhood, everything is within acceptable distance, so as far as I'm concerned, no amenities are needed in the neighbourhood itself.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, friendly neighbourhood. Lots of fun things to do and good restaurants. Also a nice gym.
Auto-translated to English by AIEasily accessible by bike and car, but not much greenery. A small "forest" and a little park, that's it.
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