Homes for sale in Wijkerbaan, Beverwijk

House prices and market figures for Wijkerbaan, Beverwijk

The owner-occupied market in Wijkerbaan is relatively limited in size. Of the 1,584 homes in the neighbourhood, only 36% are owner-occupied, while 64% are rented, a large proportion of which through housing associations. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Wijkerbaan scarce and competition among buyers correspondingly greater. The average WOZ value is €296,000, slightly below the district average for Meerestein (€300,000) and clearly below the municipal average for Beverwijk (€341,000). This price difference compared to the rest of the municipality makes the neighbourhood relatively accessible, although the transaction prices of the past year tell a different story. In the past twelve months, 6 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €346,500 and a range of €225,000 to €495,000. With an average living area of 85 m², this works out to approximately €4,076 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of ground-floor homes from the post-war construction period, with the occasional apartment. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times.

Living in Wijkerbaan, Beverwijk

Wijkerbaan is a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood in the district Meerestein, on the southwest side of Beverwijk. The atmosphere is subdued and down-to-earth, with long residential streets, many porch flats and terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architecture or liveliness, but rather for the peace and clarity that many residents appreciate. Most homes have a garden or a communal inner garden, and the streets are wide enough for pleasant cycling.

The neighbourhood has a clear profile: more than a third of residents are aged 65 or older, and single-person households form the largest household group. This is reflected in the street scene: it is lively during the day with elderly people walking or doing errands, but quiet in the evenings. Families with young children are less common, although primary schools are accessible in the immediate vicinity.

For daily shopping, you don't have to go far from Wijkerbaan. The Beverwijk-Noord shopping centre is within cycling distance and offers supermarkets, a pharmacy and other daily amenities. For a wider range, the city centre of Beverwijk is easily accessible, including the famous Bazaar Beverwijk, the largest covered market in Europe. For sports activities, you can go to the football clubs and sports facilities in the wider Meerestein district.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores reasonably well. Beverwijk station is about a ten-minute cycle away, from where you can travel quickly by train to Haarlem (about 20 minutes) or Amsterdam Central (about 35 minutes). By car, the A9 is easily accessible via the N197, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters to the Randstad or the IJmuiden port area. Bus services provide local connections within Beverwijk.

Residents appreciate the peace and affordability compared to surrounding municipalities. On the neighbourhood page of Wijkerbaan you can read all reviews and scores per category. One resident writes: "It's nice and quiet here and the neighbours still know each other. Not spectacular, but pleasant to live in." Criticism sometimes focuses on the outdated street furniture and the limited green spaces directly in the neighbourhood. Sister neighbourhood Overbos has a greener appearance, while Bleriotlaan has a bit more dynamism due to its location near commercial activity. Fokkerlaan is most similar to Wijkerbaan in terms of housing type and atmosphere.

Does an owner-occupied home in Wijkerbaan suit you as a buyer?

Wijkerbaan mainly attracts buyers who consciously choose peace, affordability and a stable living environment. Seniors who want to buy in a familiar neighbourhood with good public transport connections will find what they are looking for here. First-time buyers with a limited budget can also find something here, although the supply is small and competition for a home in the lower price range can be high. Families with children who value green spaces and play areas would be better off also exploring owner-occupied homes in Meerestein more broadly. Keep in mind that only a handful of homes change hands each year, so quick action is necessary. If you want to be flexible, you can also look at rental homes in Wijkerbaan as a temporary alternative.

What residents say about Wijkerbaan

Residents describe Wijkerbaan as a down-to-earth, friendly neighbourhood without frills. The peace and social cohesion in the streets are most often mentioned positively. One resident sums it up aptly: "You know your neighbours here, that's not a given these days." Residents are less enthusiastic about the maintenance of public spaces and the limited availability of green spaces directly on the street. View all reviews, scores per category and recent comments on the neighbourhood overview page.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Wijkerbaan

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and district data that you won't find anywhere else. This allows you to compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. In addition to Wijkerbaan, the Centre of Beverwijk, the Vondelkwartier and the Oranjebuurt are also worth exploring. For a broader overview of the municipality, you can visit the page with owner-occupied homes in Beverwijk. More information about local regulations and housing policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Beverwijk.