Homes for sale in Wormerland
View the current supply of homes for sale in Wormerland. Compare prices, neighbourhood scores and resident reviews and find a home that suits you.
Buying a house in Wormerland: the housing market in 2026
Wormerland is a rural municipality in the Zaanstreek, located in North Holland, just north of Zaandam. The municipality consists of the villages Wormer, Jisp, Wijdewormer, Oostknollendam and Neck. Anyone buying a home here chooses peace and space in the open peat meadow landscape, but with the city around the corner. Zaandam is a five-minute drive away, Amsterdam a quarter of an hour via the A7. This combination of rural living and urban accessibility makes Wormerland popular with families and home-movers who want to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.
Of the 7,145 homes in the municipality, 64% are owner-occupied, a relatively high proportion compared to many Randstad municipalities. The average WOZ value is €415,000, but actual selling prices are considerably higher. In the past twelve months, 69 homes were sold for an average purchase price of €777,316. The range runs from around €350,000 for a compact home to €1,500,000 for the more spacious detached houses on the water. The average floor area of sold homes is 139 m². This relatively limited supply of 69 transactions per year indicates a tight market. At the top of this page you will find the current state of supply, the average asking price and time to sell. Buurtje.nl bundles homes from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you can assess not only the home but also the neighbourhood.
The best neighbourhoods to buy a house in Wormerland
Wormerland has three main centres, each with its own character. Whether you are looking for a family home in the centre of Wormer, want space in Wijdewormer or prefer the tranquillity of Jisp: the differences are large for such a compact municipality. Below are the main areas to find a home to buy.
Wormer, the beating heart of the municipality
Wormer is by far the largest centre and the amenities hub of the municipality. Here you will find supermarkets, shops along the Dorpsstraat, primary schools, GPs and sports clubs. The housing stock ranges from 1960s terraced houses to newer semi-detached homes and a limited number of apartments. Families with children form a large group of buyers, partly due to the good education (residents rate education an 8.1). The neighbourhood score of Wormer on Buurtje.nl is a 7.1 based on 6 reviews. Accessibility scores highest with an 8.0, while sense of community lags behind with a 6.1. One resident notes: "Accessibility is fine, you are quickly on the motorway towards Amsterdam or Alkmaar." Anyone looking for a home in the centre can view the supply in Wormer. Prices here are around the municipal average, with terraced houses in particular being relatively affordable compared to the more expensive segment on the water.
Wijdewormer, spacious living in the polder landscape
Wijdewormer is the rural area south of Wormer, a ribbon of farms, detached homes and newer plots in the open polder. This is the area for those who really want space: large plots, views over meadows and few direct neighbours. That comes at a price. Homes in Wijdewormer are generally in the higher segment, towards €800,000 to well over a million. It is popular with home-movers and dual-income couples who do not mind a car-dependent lifestyle. There are hardly any amenities; you rely on Wormer or Zaandam. View what is currently for sale in Wijdewormer for the current supply.
Jisp, village-like and authentic on the water
Jisp is a small, protected village view on the Jisperveld, one of the most beautiful peat meadow areas in North Holland. The village has only a few hundred homes, so something rarely comes up for sale. Anyone who manages to get a house here buys a piece of peace: narrow streets, historic facades and direct access to the water. The downside is that there is no shop, no school and no public transport stop in the village. You need a car. Prices vary widely, from a small terraced house for around €400,000 to characteristic properties that are considerably more expensive. Keep an eye on the housing market in Jisp, because supply is scarce.
In addition to these three centres, Wormerland also includes Oostknollendam and Neck, two small ribbon villages with a handful of homes. In Oostknollendam you live directly on the Zaan, in Neck you are close to the A7. Both villages have few amenities but do offer the rural character for which the municipality is known. On the municipality page of Wormerland you will find all ratings and reviews per neighbourhood.
What to look out for when buying a home in Wormerland?
Firstly: be realistic about the market. With only 69 sales per year, supply in Wormerland is limited. Popular homes, especially in Wormer centre and on the water, attract multiple bidders. Prepare for overbidding and make sure your financing is in order before you go viewing.
Secondly: accessibility differs per centre. Wormer has bus connections to Zaandam and a reasonable connection to the A7. But in Jisp or Wijdewormer you are completely car-dependent. If you commute to Amsterdam daily, expect traffic jams at the Coentunnel during rush hour. Consider whether a location closer to Zaandam station might not be more practical.
Thirdly: check the condition of the home carefully. Many houses in Wormerland are on peat soil. Foundation problems occur, especially with older properties. Always have a structural survey carried out. And finally: use the neighbourhood data on Buurtje.nl to compare neighbourhoods on points such as safety, amenities and green space. That gives you a fairer picture than just a viewing. Are you looking for flexibility without purchase obligations? Then also view a rental home in Wormerland as an alternative.
What residents say about living in Wormerland
Residents rate Wormerland a 7.1 based on 6 reviews. Strongest points are accessibility (8.0) and education (8.1). Housing scores a 7.2, indicating that residents are reasonably satisfied with their living situation. They are less enthusiastic about sense of community (6.1) and the cleanliness of public spaces (6.7). A resident of Wormer writes: "Well accessible and good schools, but the village feel is less strong than you would expect." Curious about all experiences? Read all reviews of Wormerland and discover what current residents think of their neighbourhood.
Homes for sale near Wormerland
Are you looking more broadly than just Wormerland? The surrounding municipalities also offer interesting options. To the south you will find homes in Amsterdam, although prices there are much higher. Closer to home, the supply in Beverwijk is worth a look, as are homes for sale in Alkmaar for those looking further north. Aalsmeer and Amstelveen are also popular alternatives in the region.
View the current supply of homes for sale in Wormerland
At the top of this page you will find the complete overview of homes for sale in Wormerland, updated daily. Use the filters to search by price, floor area or energy label. With each home you will not only see the asking price and photos, but also the neighbourhood score and resident experiences. This way you can immediately assess per home whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also view the municipality page for a complete picture of life in Wormerland, including figures about the municipality on the website of municipality Wormerland.
Frequently asked questions
How many owner-occupied homes are for sale in Wormerland?
The current number of owner-occupied homes in Wormerland can be found at the top of this page. The supply is updated daily from more than 1,500 sources. Wormerland is a small municipality with limited supply; only 69 homes were sold last year. So keep a close eye on the overview, because new homes are quickly gone.
What does an owner-occupied home cost in Wormerland?
The average purchase price in Wormerland over the past twelve months was €777,316. The range runs from approximately €350,000 for a more compact home to €1,500,000 for spacious detached houses. In Wijdewormer and Jisp, prices are generally higher due to larger plots, while terraced houses in Wormer-centrum are relatively more affordable.
What is the average price per square metre in Wormerland?
Based on an average purchase price of €777,316 and an average area of 139 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €5,593. This is an average; smaller homes in Wormer are often more expensive per m² than large detached properties in the rural area.
How long is a home on the market on average in Wormerland?
The current average selling time can be found at the top of this page. With only 69 transactions per year and a high purchase rate (64%), the market in Wormerland is tight. Homes in sought-after locations such as Wormer-centrum and along the water typically sell quickly, often within a few weeks.
Which neighbourhoods in Wormerland are most popular for buying a home?
Wormer is the most popular core with the most amenities and a neighbourhood score of 7.1. Families often choose Wormer because of schools and shops. Wijdewormer attracts movers looking for space in the polder. Jisp is popular with buyers who want authentic and rural living, but supply there is very limited.
Is Wormerland a good place to buy a home?
Wormerland offers rural living within a short distance of Amsterdam and Zaandam. The municipality has 16,552 inhabitants and a labour participation rate of 66%. Residents particularly appreciate the accessibility (8.0) and education (8.1). The WOZ value of €415,000 is below the selling prices, indicating price appreciation. A downside is the limited supply and dependence on the car in the smaller cores.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Wormerland?
Expect 4 to 6% extra on top of the purchase price. This includes transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs, valuation costs and possibly estate agent commission. With an average purchase price of €777,316, this amounts to approximately €31,000 to €47,000. Buyers under 35 who purchase a home up to the legal limit qualify for a starter exemption on the transfer tax.
What about the accessibility of Wormerland?
Wormerland is located directly on the A7, allowing you to reach Amsterdam-Noord in about 20 minutes. Wormer has bus lines to Zaandam, where you can transfer to the train. Jisp and Wijdewormer have no public transport; there you are dependent on the car. During rush hour, it can be busy towards the Coentunnel. Residents give accessibility a score of 8.0.
Can I search for owner-occupied homes per neighbourhood in Wormerland?
Yes, you can search per neighbourhood. Wormerland has three main cores: Wormer, Wijdewormer and Jisp. Each neighbourhood has its own page with the current housing supply, neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. This allows you to compare which area best suits your wishes.
Is buying an apartment in Wormerland possible?
The supply of apartments in Wormerland is limited. The municipality mainly consists of single-family homes, semi-detached houses and detached houses. In Wormer-centrum, apartments are occasionally for sale, but it is not a typical apartment municipality. If you are specifically looking for an apartment, it is wise to also look at surrounding municipalities such as Zaanstad or Amsterdam.
I live there myself and I really feel super safe, it's very cosy and there's plenty to do. You know almost everyone who lives there and often greet each other. There are good primary schools, supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, hairdressers, and so on. Everyone usually stays in touch with each other, for example via a neighbourhood group chat; if you lose your pet or there's something that bothers you, it's often resolved. All in all, I'm really super happy to live here!
Auto-translated to English by AII have never lived on a street that is so antisocial, dealers, girls who earn money and 3 or 4 families (households ruin the whole street, very sad. I still have to be able to cope with it, although I have bought myself 2 weapons. Because what it says about living quietly. Well, you can take 60,000 euros off that, it is not quiet. Your garden, car, etc. are regularly vandalised.
Auto-translated to English by AINice house, unfortunately too big for me now but little chance of a smaller house. Main road with lots of activity, pavement is too wide causing e.g. fatbikes to be dangerous. Plenty of amenities in the neighbourhood. I am socially involved and try to contribute through volunteering even though I am no longer allowed to work, I think in solutions and am a positive person. The immediate neighbours don't look out for each other, which I find very sad as I am not like that myself, but unfortunately I can't change people.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood, often something is organised to do together like a barbecue
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's fine, not much trouble from the people here, they're mostly elderly though and there are some odd characters among them. There's just not a lot to do. It is next to a small lake, so you can sail there in summer. There are enough shops to get the things you need, and there are plenty of schools nearby to find suitable education.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood with cosy and snug courtyards and plenty of parking.
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