Homes for sale in Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder, Velsen

House prices and market figures for Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder, Velsen

Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm: 80% of the 35 homes are owner-occupied, only 20% are rented (entirely in the hands of private landlords, no housing association properties). The average WOZ value is €552,000, which is higher than the average for the district Spaarndammerpolder (€534,000) and well above the municipal average of Velsen (€393,000). Yet the actual selling prices tell a different story. In the past twelve months, 18 homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €150,483, with a range of €106,000 to €220,000. These are remarkably low amounts compared to the WOZ value. The explanation lies in the type of property: these are mainly plots and parcels of land with an average area of 417 m², which works out at around €361 per square metre. At the top of this page you will always find the current state of supply, including asking prices and selling times.

Living in Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder, Velsen

Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder is nestled between the North Sea Canal and the Spaarne, in the rural area south of Spaarndam. This is not your typical residential neighbourhood with terraced houses and playgrounds. It is a ribbon development along the Spaarndammerdijk and the Grote Sluis, with scattered detached homes, former farmhouses and a handful of newer houses on spacious plots. The atmosphere is rural and quiet, almost village-like, while still being within the municipal boundaries of Velsen. The polder landscape dominates: meadows, ditches and wide views. Those who live here consciously choose space and tranquillity.

The neighbourhood has only 320 residents and 35 homes, making it one of the smallest neighbourhoods in the municipality. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (145 people), followed by those aged 65 and over (75). This clearly defines the profile: this is a neighbourhood of established households, many of them dual-income couples or pensioners who have lived here for years. Of the households, 37% are married, but strikingly, single-person households form the largest group (70). The average income of €37,200 is on a par with the district and the municipality.

As for amenities, to be honest, there are hardly any in the neighbourhood itself. For groceries, schools and shops, you rely on Spaarndam-West (within cycling distance) or Haarlem-Noord. The nearest supermarket is the Vomar in Spaarndam or the Albert Heijn in Haarlem-Noord. De Brug primary school in Spaarndam is the closest option for families with young children. Sports club SV Spaarndam is a few minutes away by bike.

Accessibility is twofold. By car, you are quickly on the A200 towards Haarlem or the A9 towards Amsterdam. Public transport is more limited: bus connections via Spaarndam take you to Haarlem station or Haarlem Spaarnwoude, but the frequency is not high. A car of your own is practically indispensable here. More information about local amenities and accessibility can be found on the website of the municipality of Velsen.

Residents particularly appreciate the tranquillity and green character. On the neighbourhood page of Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder you can read reviews from residents. "You really live here in the polder, with views over the meadows. That is priceless," writes one resident. At the same time, the limited amenities are mentioned as a downside. If you compare this neighbourhood with Noord-Spaarndammerpolder, the picture is similar in terms of tranquillity, but the south is even more sparsely populated and rural. Those looking for more bustle would be better off looking at homes in IJmuiden-Zuid or the district Velsen-Zuid en Driehuis.

Is a home in Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder right for you?

Buying a home in Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder is particularly interesting for movers and seniors seeking space, privacy and a rural environment. With plots averaging 417 m² and prices between €106,000 and €220,000 for plots and buildings, the supply is unique within Velsen. Note: these are often homes that require maintenance or renovation, or plots without buildings. First-time buyers with a limited budget may find opportunities here, but must take into account additional construction or renovation costs. The supply is small and changes little, so patience is required. Buying an apartment in Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder is virtually impossible; for that you need to look to IJmuiden-West or IJmuiden-Noord. Prefer flexibility? Then also check out the rental homes in this neighbourhood, although the supply there is equally limited.

What residents say about Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder

On the review page of Zuid-Spaarndammerpolder, residents share their experiences. The tranquillity and green character consistently score highly. "Nowhere in the region do you live as freely as here, but you have to like being remote," sums up one resident. Accessibility and amenities are rated less favourably. That fits the character of the neighbourhood: this is not a place for those who want everything on their doorstep, but for those who consciously choose space and nature.

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