Homes for sale in Zwaagdijk-Oost, Medemblik

House prices in Zwaagdijk-Oost: well above the municipal average

Zwaagdijk-Oost is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 84% of the 457 homes are owner-occupied, only 16% are rental properties. The average WOZ value is €435,000, which is clearly higher than the municipal average of €376,000 for Medemblik. That difference tells you something about the type of housing that dominates here: spacious single-family homes and detached houses, with an average living area of 140 m². In the past twelve months, ten homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €558,200. The range runs from €169,000 to €975,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and substantial detached houses come onto the market. For current asking prices and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. If you are looking for a broader orientation, you can also look at homes for sale in Medemblik as a whole.

Living in Zwaagdijk-Oost: everyone knows each other, but the city is far away

Zwaagdijk-Oost is a small village with a pronounced village character. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the neighbourhood a 9.2 out of 10, and that is no surprise when you look at the sub-scores: accessibility scores a 10, community spirit also a 10, and housing also gets the highest score. Resident Nikki describes it aptly: "Small but cosy, everyone knows each other pretty much." That community spirit is exactly what people are looking for here, and what you don't find so quickly in a larger city. More resident reviews and all neighbourhood data can be found on the neighbourhood page of Zwaagdijk-Oost.

In terms of amenities, Zwaagdijk-Oost is compact but functional. There is a shopping centre within walking distance where daily groceries are well taken care of, and a primary school in the village itself. For secondary education, you have to go further: Hoorn or Medemblik are the nearest options for a secondary school. In terms of sports, there is limited provision in the village itself, but the surrounding area offers plenty of space for cycling and walking in the open polder landscape. The rural area of Zwaagdijk-Oost borders directly on agricultural land, which explains the peace and space that residents so appreciate. Those looking for more urban amenities can go to the centre of Zwaagdijk-Oost.

Accessibility deserves an honest story. By car, you drive via the N302 towards Hoorn, which takes about twenty minutes. A car of your own is not a luxury here but a necessity: public transport is limited and there is no train station nearby. Medemblik itself does not have an intercity station, so for train travellers, Hoorn is the nearest hub. If you commute to the Randstad daily, you have to take that into account. Similar village living environments in the municipality can be found in Opperdoes and Twisk, which have a similar character but sometimes a different price level.

For whom is buying in Zwaagdijk-Oost a good choice?

Zwaagdijk-Oost mainly attracts families and home-movers who prioritise space and peace over urban convenience. The labour participation rate is 72% and 43% of households are married, which underlines the family-oriented character. The supply of owner-occupied homes is limited: only a handful of homes are sold per year, so acting quickly is important. Also take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary fees. First-time buyers with a smaller budget can also look at rental properties in Zwaagdijk-Oost as an intermediate step. More information about living and moving in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Medemblik.

Searching for a home to buy in Zwaagdijk-Oost: how Buurtje.nl helps

The current housing supply is at the top of this page, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl adds something that you won't find on other platforms: resident reviews per neighbourhood and objective neighbourhood data. This way you can compare not only on square metres, but also on liveability. Also explore surrounding villages such as Lambertschaag or Abbekerk for a complete picture of the supply in this region.