Homes for sale in Velserbroek, Velsen
View the current supply of homes for sale in Velserbroek, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Compare prices, property types, and neighbourhood data to make the right choice.
What does a home in Velserbroek cost?
Velserbroek is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm: as many as 70% of the more than 6,100 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 30% rented. The average WOZ value is €460,000, well above the municipal average of €393,000 in Velsen. That difference says something about the type of homes here: many spacious single-family homes and also bungalows, built in the 1980s and 1990s. In the past twelve months, 59 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €561,475. The range varied from €350,000 to €1,195,000, with an average living area of 112 m². This makes Velserbroek one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within the municipality. Want to know what is currently for sale and at what asking prices? Then check the current overview at the top of this page.
Living in Velserbroek: family neighbourhood with a village character
Velserbroek is not a neighbourhood with big surprises, and that is precisely what many residents appreciate about it. On the neighbourhood page of Velserbroek, residents give the area a 7.1 out of 10. Safety scores notably high at 8.7, and amenities also receive an 8.0. Resident Lisa describes it as a "cosy, bourgeois neighbourhood" with "many places where children can play and where only lovely, decent people live". That image fits when you cycle through the neighbourhood: wide streets, plenty of greenery and playgrounds everywhere. Wout, another resident, notes that there are about seven playgrounds and that the neighbourhood is liveable for all ages, partly due to the combination of bungalows for the elderly and family homes with gardens.
In terms of amenities, much revolves around the Velserbroek shopping centre at Brokken, where you can go to Albert Heijn and various small shops. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Springplank and De Dijck. For secondary education, children must go to IJmuiden or Haarlem. Sportpark De Buitenmeer offers space for football club VSV, and there are tennis courts and a swimming pool in the immediate vicinity. The Houtmanplantsoen and the green zones around the water features give the neighbourhood a quiet, green character, although greenery scores a 7.0, not exceptionally high among residents.
Accessibility is a point where residents are more critical: a 6.3 out of 10. Velserbroek does not have its own train station. The nearest stations are Driehuis and IJmuiden (Connexxion bus). By car, via the N208 you are quickly on the A9 towards Haarlem (about 15 minutes) or Amsterdam (around 30 minutes). Bus lines 72 and 74 connect the neighbourhood with IJmuiden and Haarlem, but the frequency is not always high. If you commute daily by public transport, you need to take that into account. Within the neighbourhood, cycling is easy; everything is flat and there are separate cycle paths. The various districts each have their own atmosphere: Hofgeest and Bastionbuurt are known for their larger plots, while Tjotterbuurt and Weidbuurt are built more compactly. In Springerbuurt you will find more terraced houses in the mid-range segment.
Does Velserbroek suit you as a buyer?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts families with children, and that is reflected in the figures: 2,660 households with children form the largest group. With an average purchase price above €560,000, buying a home in Velserbroek is not for starters on a median income. Movers and dual-income couples are the most logical buyers. Seniors will find suitable single-storey homes in the bungalow districts. Keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees, which at these prices can quickly add up to €15,000 or more. Supply is limited and bidding above the asking price is common. Those considering buying an apartment in Velserbroek will find fewer options than in, for example, IJmuiden-Zuid. Looking for something more affordable? Then also check rental homes in Velserbroek as an alternative.
Searching for homes for sale in Velserbroek and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Feel free to compare Velserbroek with other neighbourhoods in the municipality, such as Velsen-Zuid and Driehuis or Zee- en Duinwijk. More information about living in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Velsen. Also check the broader supply of homes for sale in Velsen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Velserbroek?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Velserbroek was €561,475. Prices ranged from €350,000 to €1,195,000, depending on the type of property and location within the neighbourhood. The average living area was 112 m².
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Velserbroek?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs, and possibly advisory or brokerage fees. For a home around €560,000, these costs quickly amount to €15,000 to €20,000.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Velserbroek?
The average WOZ value in Velserbroek is €460,000. That is significantly higher than the municipal average of Velsen (€393,000). The WOZ value affects your owner-occupied home tax and municipal taxes.
Is Velserbroek suitable for buying a home for a family?
Velserbroek is pre-eminently a family neighbourhood. There are several primary schools, around seven playgrounds, and many single-family homes with gardens. Residents rate safety at 8.7 out of 10. The largest group of households consists of families with children.
Can I also buy an apartment in Velserbroek?
The supply of apartments in Velserbroek is more limited than in, for example, IJmuiden. The neighbourhood mainly consists of single-family homes and bungalows. There are a few smaller apartment complexes, but if you are specifically looking for an apartment, it is advisable to also look in surrounding neighbourhoods.
Honestly a nice neighbourhood with many places where children can play and where only sweet, decent people live
Auto-translated to English by AIIn this neighbourhood there are a number of bungalow houses that are easily liveable for the elderly, but there are also about 7 playgrounds for children. As a result, the neighbourhood is filled with all ages. There is also a primary school in the area with a retirement home opposite. Truly a liveable place for everyone.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbours! Unfortunately the village has no soul, but it does have all the shops you need. Public transport and main roads nearby!
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