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Wheermolen-West, Purmerend
NeighbourhoodThis 1966 terraced house on Castorstraat sits in a quiet residential street in Purmerend. With 87 m² of living space and a 132 m² plot, it offers a practical layout for daily life. The energy label C means reasonable efficiency, though some upgrades may be considered. At €400,000, the asking price is in line with the market, the only home currently for sale in Wheermolen-West. Compared to other terraced houses in Purmerend, this one is priced keenly.
Wheermolen-West is a densely built area with a mix of flats and terraced houses. Around a third of homes are single-family, and owner-occupied properties make up about a fifth of the stock. The population is diverse: many over-65s, but also a fair share of families and singles. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with an address density of over 3,300 per km². No resident reviews are available for this area, but the figures show a quiet, established community. For more context, see the Wheermolen-West neighbourhood.
For groceries, you have an AH XL just a couple of streets away, plus Albert Heijn, Lidl, Aldi and Vomar all within a five-minute walk. Primary schools include Kindcentrum Wheermolen and Basisschool 't Prisma, both about a ten-minute walk. Secondary options like SG Nelson Mandela and Jan van Egmond Lyceum are also within walking distance. The train station is a five-minute walk, making commutes easy. The area falls under the municipality of Purmerend, which manages local amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Overbeek Makelaars o.g. Purmerend BV. Homes in this neighbourhood sell quickly, on average within 21 days, so the market is active.
Details of this home
Castorstraat 30, Purmerend
Data from Wheermolen-West
Data from Wheermolen-West
17 within 5 km
43 within 5 km
About Castorstraat 30, Purmerend
The asking price of €400,000 is exactly the average and median for homes currently for sale in Wheermolen-West. Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood went for an average of €391,833, so the price is in line with the market. Given the quick sales (21 days on average), it reflects current demand.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. It means reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but not top-tier. In the neighbourhood, 75% of homes have label A, so this one is less efficient than many nearby. You can expect moderate energy costs.
The train station is 0.7 km away, about a five-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities straightforward. No specific lines are mentioned in the listing.
Primary schools within walking distance include Kindcentrum Wheermolen (778 m) and Basisschool 't Prisma (779 m). For secondary education, SG Nelson Mandela (683 m) and Jan van Egmond Lyceum (709 m) are close by. There is also a special school, Het Tangram, at 539 m.
An AH XL is just 374 m away, and Albert Heijn, Lidl, Aldi and Vomar are all within 700 m. That gives you plenty of choice for daily shopping without needing a car.
Wheermolen-West has a mix of households: about a quarter have children, while many are singles or couples without kids. There are several schools and playgrounds nearby, and the area is quiet. The high proportion of older residents gives it a settled feel.
The plot is 132 m², which is generous for a terraced house. The listing does not specify a garden, but the plot size suggests outdoor space.
Homes in Wheermolen-West sell in an average of 21 days, which is fast. This indicates strong demand. The current listing is the only one for sale, so competition may be high.
6 homes in the district Wheermolen
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