A bright studio in the Afrika neighbourhood
This studio on the fourth floor of a 2015 building sits in the Afrika neighbourhood in Purmerend, a part of the Weidevenne district. The home is compact but cleverly laid out, with the living space on one level and a balcony to enjoy the fresh air. The asking price is €320,000. For context, [studios in Purmerend]( /koopwoningen/purmerend/studios/ ) give you an idea of what this price buys in the wider market.
Inside the home
The studio has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area measures 42 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has floor insulation and is heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout. You own the property outright, and there is a balcony. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €130.
Life in Afrika
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.55, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Great neighbourhood with all amenities such as public transport, shops, schools, sports." Another adds: "There are many schools nearby, so plenty of choice. There are also many public transport options, so you are well connected to other cities." The same resident notes that "a large part of the Afrika neighbourhood is connected by water, so you can also go boating and swimming." The neighbourhood has around 5,370 residents, and about 69% of homes are owner-occupied. [The Afrika neighbourhood]( /buurt/afrika-purmerend/ ) is a recent development, with 92% of homes built between 1990 and 2010.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Oecumenische basisschool Kawama, is on your doorstep, and there are several other options within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Melbourne is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Weidevenne pharmacy is even closer. The bus stop Purmerend, Woestijnstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 101, 102 and 103. Purmerend Weidevenne train station is a five-minute walk. [The municipality of Purmerend]( /gemeente/purmerend/ ) offers further amenities like the Dijklander Ziekenhuis hospital, about a ten-minute walk away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €296,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 8% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 53%, from €194,000 to €296,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while 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 risk is low, but the current flood risk is elevated, as is the 2050 projection. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through Van Overbeek Makelaars o.g. Purmerend BV.
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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 Nijlstraat 154A, Purmerend
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €320,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €296,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is what the seller is asking, and the WOZ value is a separate figure used by the municipality.
What is the layout of this studio?
The home has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 42 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the home is located on the fourth floor. The property is a studio, so the living and sleeping areas are combined, with a separate bathroom.
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 with less efficient labels. The home has floor insulation and is heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout. The energy label is based on the building's characteristics, not on actual usage.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The flood risk is elevated, both currently and in the 2050 projection, while pluvial flooding risk is low.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Vomar supermarket is about 527 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 556 metres away. The nearest primary school, Oecumenische basisschool Kawama, is 133 metres away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Melbourne is 422 metres away, and Apotheek Weidevenne pharmacy is 363 metres away. The bus stop Purmerend, Woestijnstraat is 70 metres away, with lines 101, 102 and 103.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop Purmerend, Woestijnstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 101, 102 and 103. There are also stops at Zoeloestraat and Karavaanstraat within a few hundred metres. Purmerend Weidevenne train station is 420 metres away, which is about a five-minute walk. Residents of the district mention that public transport options are plentiful and connect well to other cities.
What do residents say about living in the Afrika neighbourhood?
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.55, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Great neighbourhood with all amenities such as public transport, shops, schools, sports." Another notes: "There are many schools nearby, so plenty of choice. There are also many public transport options, so you are well connected to other cities." A third resident describes the neighbourhood as "very nice to live in" with well-maintained areas.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there is a monthly homeowners' association fee of €130. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas, building insurance, and possibly a reserve fund for future repairs.
