Homes for sale in Schermereiland en Omval, Alkmaar

House prices and market figures Schermereiland en Omval, Alkmaar

House prices in Schermereiland en Omval are at a notable level. Of the 856 homes in the neighbourhood, 57% are owner-occupied, the rest are rented, a significant portion of which through housing associations (32%). The average WOZ value is €340,000, slightly below the municipal average for Alkmaar (€342,000) and clearly below the district average of Oudorp (€374,000). However, actual transaction prices are significantly higher: over the past twelve months, 15 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €533,733. The range runs from €297,000 to €895,000, indicating that supply varies widely. With an average sold area of 253 m², the average price per square metre comes to around €2,110. These are relatively spacious homes, pointing to a predominance of ground-floor properties in the higher segment. For current supply, the average asking price and the average time on market, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Schermereiland en Omval, Alkmaar

Schermereiland en Omval is a neighbourhood that you don't immediately associate with the hustle and bustle of Alkmaar city centre, but it is certainly not an ordinary expansion district either. The location defines its character: the neighbourhood borders the water of the Schermerboezem and therefore has an open, almost rural profile, while still being within cycling distance of the city centre. The housing stock largely consists of more spacious single-family homes, partly from the 1980s and 1990s, with a mix of semi-detached and detached houses in the higher price range. This also explains the high average sold area of 253 m².

The neighbourhood attracts a relatively large number of residents in the 25 to 45 age group (the largest group), but the 45 to 65 category is also well represented. This gives a mixed picture: young families alongside people who have lived in the area for longer. Single-person households form the largest household group with 415 units, indicating that not everyone here lives with a family. The average income is €33,600, slightly below the Alkmaar average of €36,900.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is self-sufficient but modest. For daily groceries, residents rely on supermarkets in the immediate vicinity or in the nearby centre of Alkmaar. Primary schools are available in the Oudorp district. For sports, there are various clubs in the region. The proximity to water offers opportunities for recreation and walking along the polder. On the neighbourhood page of Schermereiland en Omval you can read what residents themselves say about living here, including scores per category such as green space, safety and atmosphere.

Accessibility is something to consider. Alkmaar has a good bus network and Alkmaar train station is a few kilometres away. By bike, you can reach the centre in twenty minutes. By car, you can quickly connect to the N9 towards Amsterdam or Den Helder. Parking is not a problem in most parts of the neighbourhood.

Residents appreciate the peace and space. One resident describes it as: "Here you live quietly but you are never far from anywhere, the water around the corner makes it complete." Criticisms that come up are the limited local amenities and the fact that you often take the car for many things. Compared to neighbourhoods like Oudorp-Centrum or Oudorperpolder-Midden, Schermereiland en Omval is greener and more spacious but also less well-served with amenities. If you are looking for more urban vibrancy, you could also look at districts like West or Overdie within the municipality. More information about the municipality can be found on the page homes for sale in Alkmaar. The municipality itself publishes up-to-date information about living and developments via alkmaar.nl.

Is a home for sale in Schermereiland en Omval right for you as a buyer?

Based on demographic and price data, this neighbourhood mainly appeals to movers and established dual-income earners who are looking for space and are willing to pay a substantial price for it. The average transaction price of over €533,000 makes buying an apartment in Schermereiland en Omval or a starter home in the lower segment scarce, although the range starts at €297,000. Flexible starters could also look at rental homes in Schermereiland en Omval as an intermediate step. The modest number of 15 transactions in a year indicates a tight market: anyone wanting to buy in Schermereiland en Omval must act quickly and allow for limited supply. Also compare supply in neighbouring municipalities or other neighbourhoods within the Oudorp district to broaden your options.

What residents say about Schermereiland en Omval

Residents give the neighbourhood a generally positive rating, with the highest scores for peace, space and the green environment near the water. They are less enthusiastic about the level of amenities and the connection to the centre. One resident writes: "The location on the Schermereiland gives a sense of space that you find in few Alkmaar neighbourhoods, but for a loaf of bread you do have to drive a bit." See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Schermereiland en Omval.

Compare homes for sale around Schermereiland en Omval

Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you won't find anywhere else in this overview. This way you can compare not only homes but also neighbourhoods. In addition to this supply, also look at the neighbourhoods Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest, Oudorp-Noord en Oudorp-Oost and Huiswaard for a more complete picture of what is for sale in and around Alkmaar.