De Koog, Texel
NeighbourhoodThis 50 m² apartment on Badweg sits in the heart of De Koog, the main village on Texel. Built in 1965 and with an E energy label, it's a practical holiday or permanent home a couple of streets away from the dunes and beach. The asking price of €435,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Texel, reflecting its prime position in a popular island resort.
De Koog is a compact village with just over a thousand residents, many of them over 45. It's a place where holiday lets and permanent homes mix, and the atmosphere is relaxed and tourist-friendly. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a mix of families and singles, with a high proportion of owner-occupied homes. The neighbourhood De Koog is the most lively spot on the island, with restaurants and shops just around the corner.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner and Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. The local primary school, Lubertischool, is also a five-minute walk, making the school run easy. For secondary education, children travel to Den Burg, about 7 km away. The municipality Texel offers a quiet, island lifestyle with all essentials within reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Kortekaas & Kooijman makelaars en taxateurs and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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Badweg 136, De Koog
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About Badweg 136, De Koog
At 50 m² and with an E label, the price of €435,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Texel. The location in De Koog, close to the beach and amenities, justifies part of the premium, but you are paying for the holiday atmosphere and island setting rather than the size or energy efficiency.
The apartment has an E energy label, which means it is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, but this specific home will need attention to insulation and heating to improve its efficiency.
Badweg is in the centre of De Koog, and the beach is just a couple of streets away, less than 300 metres. You can walk there in about five minutes, making it ideal for a quick dip or a sunset stroll.
Lidl and Jumbo supermarkets are both within a five-minute walk, so daily groceries are easy. Restaurants are just around the corner, and there is a primary school within walking distance. For a hospital or secondary school, you need to go to Den Burg, about 6 km away.
De Koog is the most tourist-oriented village on Texel, so it can be busy in summer. With 1,040 residents and a high number of holiday homes, it has a lively, seasonal feel. The rest of the year it is quiet, with a mix of permanent residents and second-home owners.
The nearest train station is 19.4 km away, on the mainland in Den Helder. To reach it, you take the ferry from Texel to Den Helder, which adds travel time. The apartment is best suited for those who rely on a car or bicycle on the island.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Koog