Molendijk, Castricum
NeighbourhoodThis detached semi (twee-onder-één-kap) on Kerckeven sits in a quiet part of Castricum-Oost, with a large 268 m² floor area and a 395 m² plot. The home was built in 1969 and has an A energy label, so it's efficient for its age. At €1,375,000, it's the most expensive of the 19 homes currently for sale in Molendijk and 173% above the neighbourhood average, clearly a premium property. For context, semi-detached houses in Castricum typically sell for less.
Molendijk has around 3,330 residents, with a mix of ages, a quarter are 65+ and a fifth are under 15. Most homes are owner-occupied (85%) and two-thirds are single-family houses. One resident describes the area as "reasonably okay" but notes that their complex suffers from poor insulation and mould, and is vulnerable to burglaries. However, they also mention that police respond quickly when needed. The neighbourhood has plans for new construction in the Geesterduin 2.0 area, which could improve things. Overall, it's a neighbourhood Molendijk with potential.
For groceries, you have Vomar just around the corner (a couple of streets away), Albert Heijn a five-minute walk, and Ekoplaza and Aldi also within walking distance. Schools are close by: Kindcentrum Helmgras primary school is on your doorstep, and Bonhoeffercollege secondary school is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and there's a park within a couple of streets. The municipality Castricum offers good amenities for families.
At the time of writing, this home is listed via Teer Makelaars Castricum B.V. and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Kerckeven 3, Castricum
Very good · 1 resident
The neighbourhood is reasonably okay, there are plans for new construction in the Geesterduin 2.0 area, but our complex is not included in this renovation. The insulation of the homes, including mine, is so poor that it feels like your ceiling is a thin garden fence; everything that moves above crashes loudly into the bedroom below. Neighbours also suffer severely from mould due to the poor insulation. In terms of safety, the complex is easy to access for burglaries and is very prone to break-ins. The police are often quick to respond if needed.
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About Kerckeven 3, Castricum
The asking price is €1,375,000, which is 173% above the average asking price in Molendijk (€502,868). It's also the most expensive home currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the home is much larger than average (268 m² vs 116 m²) and has an A energy label, which justifies part of the premium. Whether it's fair depends on how you value the size and efficiency.
With 268 m² of living space, this home is 131% larger than the average home in Molendijk (116 m²). The plot of 395 m² is also generous. Most homes in the neighbourhood are smaller, so this is a standout property in terms of space.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In Molendijk, only 25% of homes have label A, and 5% have A+. So this home is better insulated than most in the area, meaning lower heating costs and a smaller environmental footprint.
One resident review mentions that the complex is easy to access for burglaries and prone to break-ins, but also notes that police are often quick to respond. The total number of crimes in the neighbourhood is 147, but without a per-capita comparison it's hard to judge. Overall, the resident rates the neighbourhood 8.38 out of 10.
Kindcentrum Helmgras primary school is just 323 metres away, and Bonhoeffercollege secondary school is 612 metres away. There are also several other primary and secondary schools within a kilometre, making it convenient for families with children.
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. Castricum station offers connections to Alkmaar and Amsterdam, so it's suitable for commuters.
Vomar is 622 metres away, Albert Heijn 791 metres, and Ekoplaza 919 metres. Aldi and Dekamarkt are also within a kilometre. So daily groceries are easily accessible on foot or by bike.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Molendijk
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