Homes for sale in Spanbroek Centrum, Opmeer

House prices and market figures for Spanbroek Centrum, Opmeer

In Spanbroek Centrum, 57% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to 43% rented from private landlords. There are no social housing properties. The average WOZ value is €311,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of Spanbroek (€378,000) and the municipal average of Opmeer (€369,000). This difference is remarkably large and is likely due to the age and type of housing stock in this central part of the village.

In the past twelve months, three homes have been sold, with an average sale price of €359,667. The range ran from €335,000 to €375,000, with an average living area of 130 m². That works out at around €2,767 per square metre. Supply is limited: Spanbroek Centrum is a small neighbourhood with 241 homes in total, and only a few change hands each year. For current asking prices and selling times, you can check the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Spanbroek Centrum, Opmeer

Spanbroek Centrum is the heart of the village of the same name in the municipality of Opmeer, in the middle of the North Holland polder. It is a quiet, small-scale living environment with a clear village character. No urban hustle and bustle, no high-rise buildings, but also no anonymity. The neighbourhood has only 430 residents, and you notice that: people know each other, there is little traffic, and the peace is tangible.

The housing stock consists mainly of ground-floor homes, mostly terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. Some of the homes along the older ribbons date from earlier. Detached houses exist but are scarce. Apartments are hardly present in this part of Spanbroek.

In terms of amenities, Spanbroek Centrum is limited but functional. There is a primary school in the village, a small supermarket, and a few other daily amenities. For a wider range of shops, you need to go to Opmeer or Hoorn. Sports club SV Spanbroek offers football for young and old, and there are various opportunities for walking and cycling in the polder right around the neighbourhood. The Spanbroekermeer, a recreational lake a short bike ride away, is popular in summer.

Accessibility by car is reasonable: via the N239 you quickly reach the A7 towards Hoorn or Alkmaar. Public transport is less strong. There is a bus line through the village, but the frequency is low, and a car is almost indispensable for commuters. The nearest train station is Hoorn, about a twenty-minute drive away.

The population composition tells a clear story: the largest age group is 65-plus, accounting for 240 of the 430 residents. This gives the neighbourhood a quiet, subdued atmosphere. Young families and people between 25 and 45 are a small minority. On the neighbourhood main page of Spanbroek Centrum you will find resident reviews and all neighbourhood scores. Residents appreciate the peace and social cohesion. One resident writes: "You really know your neighbours here, and that gives a nice feeling of safety." Criticism mainly focuses on the limited amenities and dependence on the car.

Compared to neighbouring communities such as Slothuis or Spanbroekerweg Kern, the centre of Spanbroek is slightly livelier due to the presence of village amenities, but the difference is small. Those looking for more dynamism can also look at Hoogwoud or the centre of Opmeer itself, both with a slightly larger range of amenities.

Who is a home in Spanbroek Centrum suitable for?

Spanbroek Centrum is best suited to people who consciously choose peace, space, and a close-knit village life. Seniors and those ready for a quieter living environment usually feel at home here quickly, given the existing population structure. Young families with children can live here fine, but must take into account limited local amenities for teenagers and the need for a car. First-time buyers find the supply limited and prices not low: with an entry price around €335,000, a substantial mortgage is necessary. Those unsure about buying can also check the rental homes in Spanbroek Centrum as an alternative to get to know the neighbourhood first.

What residents say about Spanbroek Centrum

On the neighbourhood page of Spanbroek Centrum you will find reviews from people who live or have lived there. Residents are generally positive about the social atmosphere and safety in the neighbourhood. Peace scores highly, as does the green environment. Residents are less enthusiastic about public transport and the distance to larger cities. One resident describes it like this: "Quiet, green, and safe. But without a car, you won't get far here." Read all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood main page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Spanbroek Centrum

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