A grand old house in the heart of Monnickendam
This semi-detached house on Havenstraat 8 sits in the centre of Monnickendam, a town with a rich history and a lively harbour. The home dates from 1890 and has a classic herenhuis feel, with three rooms spread over two floors. With an asking price of €595,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €894,067. For context, semi-detached houses in Waterland are listed at various price points, but this one stands out for its age and central setting.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². The plot measures 221 m² according to the agent, but the BAG registration gives 148 m². The house has a west-facing back garden, and the agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, and the property is in full ownership. The energy label is D.
The neighbourhood of Monnickendam
Monnickendam is a compact town where daily life unfolds within walking distance. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.35, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Neighbours, bus stop, supermarket, chemist & greengrocer are nearby & make me happy." Another notes: "Nice little neighbourhood; the Oranjewijk" and adds a gentle plea about dog mess on the pavement. A third resident, who has lived in 't Spil their whole life, describes it as "a quiet, child-friendly residential area in a green environment with a close-knit community", mentioning a neighbourhood day that brings people together. The district has around 2,030 inhabitants, and about a quarter of households have children. For more on the area, see the municipality of Waterland.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools are close by: Oecumenische Basisschool De Binnendijk is a couple of streets away, and Openbare basisschool De Gouwzee is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both at Huisartsen Monnickendam and Apotheek Monnickendam, a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stops at Zuideinde and Swaensborch are within a five-minute walk, served by lines 111, 419, 610 and N11, among others. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 7.3 km away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €554,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €385,000 to €554,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the norm, and industrial noise is 56 dB Lden, also above the norm; aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the clay soil and the 1890 construction date. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, rising to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kopinsky Makelaardij and several listing platforms.
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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 Havenstraat 8, Monnickendam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €595,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €554,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €894,067, but that average includes larger and newer homes.
What is the layout of this house?
According to the agent, the house has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². The plot measures 221 m² according to the agent, but the BAG registration gives 148 m². There is a west-facing back garden.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This label indicates the home's energy performance, and with label D you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which can help with keeping the home warm. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1890 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 62% of properties were built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data from Atlas Leefomgeving, the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Industrial noise is 56 dB Lden, also above the norm. Aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications based on the address, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Dekamarkt is about 669 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn is about 1,168 metres away, also within walking distance. There are several other supermarkets within 5 km, including additional Albert Heijn locations. For daily groceries, you have options close by.
Which schools are close to this home?
Oecumenische Basisschool De Binnendijk is about 241 metres away, a couple of streets from the house. Openbare basisschool De Gouwzee is about 623 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Bernard Nieuwentijt College is about 1,068 metres away. There are 14 schools within 5 km.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Monnickendam, Zuideinde, about 465 metres away, served by lines 111, 419, 610 and N11. Other stops include Swaensborch and Grote Kerk, all within about 600 metres. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 7.3 km away, which you can reach by bus or car.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 44%, from €385,000 to €554,000. The reference date for the 2025 value is 1 January 2025. This increase reflects the general trend in the area, but the WOZ value is set by the municipality and may differ from the actual market value.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.35, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Neighbours, bus stop, supermarket, chemist & greengrocer are nearby & make me happy." Another describes 't Spil as "a quiet, child-friendly residential area in a green environment with a close-knit community". The district has around 2,030 inhabitants.
