Canberrastraat 3
Afrika, Purmerend
AreaA home by the water in Purmerend
This semi-detached house on Canberrastraat 3 sits in the Afrika neighbourhood, part of the Weidevenne district in Purmerend. Built in 2003, it's a modern family home with a free view over the water, right in a residential area. The asking price of €689,000 is on the high side compared to the average for semi-detached houses in Purmerend, which sits around €697,917 for similar homes in the neighbourhood.
Inside the house
This home offers six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 187 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 188 m². The plot size also differs: the agent states 104 m², the BAG registration 79 m². The house is fully insulated and heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating. There's a sunny terrace facing west, a roof terrace and a balcony. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright.
Life in Afrika
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.55 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Great neighbourhood with all amenities such as public transport, shops, schools, sports." Another notes: "Nice people but boring." A third resident, a student, appreciates the many schools and public transport options, and mentions the water: "A large part of the Afrika neighbourhood is connected by water, so you can also go boating and swimming." The neighbourhood has around 5,410 residents, and most homes were built between 1990 and 2010. The Afrika neighbourhood is part of a larger district, so these reviews reflect the wider area rather than just this street.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is easy here. The nearest supermarket, a Vomar, is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Oecumenische basisschool Kawama and Openbare Basisschool Oeboentoe are both a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Melbourne is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Weidevenne pharmacy is even closer. The bus stop Canberrastraat is right outside, with lines 101, 102 and 103. Purmerend Weidevenne train station is a couple of streets away, and the Dijklander Ziekenhuis hospital is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Purmerend offers further amenities like a cinema, swimming pool and shopping centre.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €674,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 56%, from €433,000 to €674,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, remaining elevated in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including HR Home. Aandacht maakt het verschil. and their listing on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Canberrastraat 3, Purmerend
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €689,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €674,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 56%, from €433,000 in 2020 to €674,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 187 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration states 188 m². There is a garden with a west-facing sunny terrace, plus a roof terrace and a balcony. The property is freehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. However, this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. The data comes from sources like the Klimaateffectatlas and KCAF.
What are the flood risks for this property?
Public risk data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium for this address. The current flood risk is elevated, and it is expected to remain elevated in 2050. These are area-level indications, not a guarantee for this specific home. Heat stress is currently low but is projected to be medium by 2050.
How close are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
A Vomar supermarket is just around the corner at 203 metres, and an Albert Heijn is 224 metres away. For primary education, Oecumenische basisschool Kawama is 456 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool Oeboentoe is 468 metres. Both are about a five-minute walk.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The bus stop Canberrastraat is just 41 metres from the front door, with lines 101, 102 and 103. Purmerend Weidevenne train station is 213 metres away, so you can easily reach other cities. The nearest hospital, Dijklander Ziekenhuis, is 1.8 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.55 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Great neighbourhood with all amenities such as public transport, shops, schools, sports." Another notes: "Nice people but boring." A third resident mentions the many schools, public transport options, and the water connections for boating and swimming.
How does the living area compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The living area of 187 m² is 30% larger than the neighbourhood average of 144 m². This makes it a relatively spacious home compared to others in the Afrika neighbourhood. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,082, while this home is listed at €3,684 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
Yes, the agent mentions a garden with a west-facing sunny terrace, as well as a roof terrace and a balcony. The home is situated by the water with a free view, so you can enjoy outdoor living in a residential setting.
