Zoutkamp, Het Hogeland
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s semi-detached house on Vissersstraat sits in the quiet village of Zoutkamp, a place where the Wadden Sea breeze and a strong sense of community set the tone. With 86 m² of living space and a 95 m² plot, it's a compact but classic family home. The energy label F means heating costs will be noticeable, but the asking price of €175,000 is keen compared to other semi-detached houses in Het Hogeland.
Zoutkamp is a small village with around 1,200 residents, where most homes are owner-occupied and nearly all are single-family houses. It's a place where people know each other, the mix of ages is balanced, with a fair share of families and older residents. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the low crime figures and quiet streets speak for themselves. Life here revolves around the harbour and the local shops, and the neighbourhood Zoutkamp offers a peaceful, no-fuss lifestyle.
Your morning bread run is a 1-minute walk to the SPAR, which is just 82 metres away, about as convenient as it gets. For a bigger shop, Aldi and Jumbo are a 10-minute drive. The local primary school, s.w.s. De Zoutkamperril, is a 5-minute walk, and there are two more primary schools within a 10-minute drive. The nearest secondary school is 10 km away, so older children will need a bus or lift. The municipality Het Hogeland is a rural municipality, so a car is handy for most trips.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij Reinette, Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Vissersstraat 14, Zoutkamp
Data from Zoutkamp
1 within 5 km
3 within 5 km
About Vissersstraat 14, Zoutkamp
The asking price of €175,000 is on the keen side for a semi-detached house of this size in Zoutkamp. The home needs energy upgrades (label F), which will cost money, but the price reflects that. Without recent sales data for the immediate area, it's hard to say exactly, but compared to similar homes in the wider region, it's priced to sell.
Energy label F means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher gas and electricity bills compared to a modern home. Typical improvements like insulation, double glazing or a new heating system could bring the label up and reduce costs, but that requires investment. The exact running costs depend on usage and the current installations.
The nearest train station is 11.3 km away, so Zoutkamp is not well connected by rail. A car or bus is essential for commuting. The bus network does serve the village, but train travel requires a drive or bus ride to a station like Warffum or Baflo.
Zoutkamp is a very safe village. The total number of recorded crimes in the area is just 30, which is low for a place with over 1,100 residents. It's a quiet, family-friendly environment where people feel comfortable walking around at any time of day.
There are three primary schools within 5 km, with the closest, s.w.s. De Zoutkamperril, just 400 metres away, a 5-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is 10 km away, so older children will need to travel. The schools in the area are small and community-focused.
The SPAR is just 82 metres from the front door, literally around the corner. For a wider selection, Aldi and Jumbo are about 5.5 km away in Ulrum, a short drive. Daily shopping couldn't be easier.
The listing does not mention a garden, but the plot is 95 m². The home is a semi-detached house, so some private outdoor area is common, but it's not confirmed.
6 homes in the district Ulrum