Semi-detached houses for sale in Texel

A semi-detached house on an island: what that means for supply

Texel is no ordinary municipality. The ferry partly determines the pace of the housing market, and you can see that in the supply of semi-detached houses too. This concerns a limited stock in an environment where new construction is scarce and land is not readily available. Anyone considering buying a semi-detached house in Texel must take into account a market that works differently than on the mainland.

The houses are spread across the island's villages, from Den Burg to De Cocksdorp. The type appeals to both families and people who want space but cannot or do not want to pay for a detached house. First-time buyers moving up from an apartment also look at this segment. Current supply can be found at the top of this page.

What determines the price on Texel

Semi-detached houses in Texel are in the higher segment. This has several causes.

• The location on an island makes building materials and renovations more expensive. Contractors pass on travel costs and ferry fares.
• Tourist pressure increases demand for houses that can also be rented out as holiday homes. This drives up prices for everyone, including those who simply want to live there.
• Houses with a south-facing garden or open views over the landscape are priced significantly higher than comparable houses on a residential street.
• The state of maintenance varies greatly. Salt air and wind take more of a toll on facades, window frames and roofs than on the mainland. Always have a structural survey carried out.

For an indication of the current price level: see the overview at the top of this page.

Five practical tips for anyone wanting to buy a semi-detached house on Texel

• Check the deed of division. For a semi-detached house, the legal separation between the two homes is laid down in the deed of division or the deed of transfer. Check whether there are agreements about the maintenance of the shared wall, roof and foundations. Unclarities about this later lead to conflicts with the neighbour.
• Ask about the HOA status. Not all semi-detached houses have a Homeowners' Association (VvE), but if there is one, check whether it is active and whether a reserve fund exists. A dormant HOA without reserves is a risk.
• Take rental rules into account. The municipality of Texel has rules regarding holiday rentals. If you want to rent out the house (partially), ask the municipality in advance what is allowed. This varies per neighbourhood and plot.
• Engage a local buying agent. Estate agents on Texel know the island inside and out. They know which houses have been on the market for months and why, and which streets to avoid in strong westerly winds.
• Set up a search alert in the Buurtje.nl app. Supply on Texel is limited and new houses are snapped up quickly. The free Buurtje.nl app sends you a push notification as soon as a new semi-detached house comes on the market. Download the app via the App Store or Google Play. Both free.
• Pay attention to the foundation. Texel has peaty or sandy subsoil in various places. Have a foundation survey carried out, especially for older houses.
• Ask about the energy label. Houses on Texel are sometimes poorly insulated due to their age. A low energy label costs you extra in an environment where heating costs are already higher due to the wind.

Neighbourhoods to watch

Texel has a limited number of residential centres. Most semi-detached houses are located in or directly around the villages. Also check the neighbourhood data and reviews of Texel for a broader picture per centre.

• Het Oude Land en duingebied (resident score 8.1/10). This area covers the more rural and dune-rich parts of the island. Quiet, lots of greenery, but amenities are not always within walking distance. Suitable for those seeking distance from the crowds.
• Den Burg (main village, not available as a neighbourhood link). The centre of the island, with most amenities, schools and shops. Semi-detached houses here are rare and sell quickly.
• De Koog and De Cocksdorp (not available as neighbourhood links). Smaller centres with their own character. De Koog is more touristy, De Cocksdorp quieter and more northerly. Both have occasional supply of this house type.

Also look outside Texel?

The supply of semi-detached houses on Texel is naturally limited. Anyone wanting more choice or a lower price level can also look at the mainland. In Zaanstad the supply of this house type is larger and the market more accessible. That can be a realistic option if you are flexible on location.

Want to stay on the island but considering renting as an intermediate step? Then also check the supply of semi-detached houses for rent in Texel.