Kern Zee, Noordwijk
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Parallel Boulevard sits right in the lively centre of Noordwijk aan Zee, with the beach and boulevard just a short stroll away. At 159 m², it's a generous size for an apartment, more than double the average in the neighbourhood. The home was built in 1995 and has an A energy label, so it's well insulated and efficient. With a price of €539,500, it's on the high side compared to the local average of €387,000, but the extra space and central location explain that. For context, apartments in Noordwijk vary widely in size and price.
Kern Zee is the compact, bustling heart of Noordwijk aan Zee, home to around 890 residents. It's a mix of holiday flats and permanent homes, with many single-person households (295) and a relatively small number of families with children (100). The area has a strong urban feel, the address density is 1,573 per km², which is quite high for a coastal town. One resident describes it as "lively and touristy, but with a real community feel in the quieter streets." Another says: "You're never far from the sea, and everything you need is within walking distance." The neighbourhood Kern Zee is popular with both second-home owners and permanent residents.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully compact. For groceries, Vomar is just around the corner, and Lidl, Dirk and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. There are several primary schools within a couple of streets away, including De Regenboog and Basisschool De Avonturier, though the closest is about a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Teylingen College Leeuwenhorst is a bit further out. The municipality Noordwijk offers a wide range of amenities, from restaurants (the nearest is on your doorstep) to a library and park within walking distance.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Damen Makelaars B.V. and Funda. The details are current as of the listing date.
Details of this home
Parallel Boulevard 174, Noordwijk (Zh)
Data from Kern Zee
Data from Kern Zee
16 within 5 km
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About Parallel Boulevard 174, Noordwijk (Zh)
The asking price of €539,500 is above the neighbourhood average of €387,000, but this apartment is also much larger than typical homes in Kern Zee (159 m² vs 53 m² average). Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €567,429, so the price is in line with what buyers have been paying for larger properties.
At 159 m², this apartment is about three times the average size in Kern Zee, where the typical home is 53 m². That makes it one of the largest apartments available in the area.
The apartment has an A energy label, which means it's very energy-efficient. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes with lower labels.
The beach is just a couple of streets away, about a five-minute walk from Parallel Boulevard. The nearest restaurant is on your doorstep, and the boulevard with its shops and cafes is also within a few minutes' walk.
The nearest train station is 6 km away, so you'd need a bus or car to reach it.
Kern Zee is the centre of Noordwijk aan Zee, so it can be lively, especially in tourist season. However, residents note that the side streets are quieter and have a community feel. The area has a mix of permanent residents and holiday visitors.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kern Zee
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