Gevangenpoortsteeg 16
Edam-Oude kom, Edam-Volendam
AreaA historic terraced house in Edam's old centre
This terraced house sits on the Gevangenpoortsteeg, a small street in the heart of Edam-Oude kom, where the town's history is visible in every brick. The home dates from 1900 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. With a living area of 81 square metres according to the BAG registration, the asking price of €450,000 works out at €5,556 per square metre. The price verdict is that the asking price is in line with the market, compared with the average asking price for terraced houses in Edam-Volendam.
The home itself
The listing does not include details on the layout, so the number of rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms is not stated. What is known is that the house was built in 1900 and has an energy label A. The plot measures 61 square metres according to the BAG registration. The agent has not provided further information about the interior or any outdoor space.
Life in Edam-Oude kom
Edam-Oude kom is the historic core of Edam, a town that draws visitors for its cheese market and its old harbour. Residents of the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident describes the area as "very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair", while another says "people are friendly". The neighbourhood itself has around 2,830 inhabitants, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over. For a sense of what daily life is like here, the Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood page brings the local picture together.
Amenities and daily routine
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a second Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, De Nieuwe School with its Jenaplan approach is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool De Piramide is just around the corner too. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Scheltens en van de Kamp is on your doorstep. Bus stops at De Meermin and Busstation Edam are both within a short walk, served by lines 110, 112, 316, 614 and N14 among others. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 5.5 kilometres away. The municipality of the municipality of Edam-Volendam covers both the historic town and the surrounding polder landscape.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €443,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 2% above this municipal valuation. The address data shows a road traffic noise level of 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft and industrial noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1900 on peat soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where 86% of properties were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Flem's Taxaties en Makelaardij.
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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 Gevangenpoortsteeg 16, Edam
What does the asking price of €450,000 include?
The asking price for this terraced house is €450,000, which works out at €5,556 per square metre based on the 81 square metre living area from the BAG registration. The price verdict indicates the asking price is in line with the market compared with the neighbourhood average. The WOZ value is €443,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 2% above that valuation.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label 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 was built in 1900, and the energy label reflects the current registered energy performance. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €443,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price of €450,000 sits 2% above this WOZ value. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and reflects the value as of the reference date.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built in 1900 on peat soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where 86% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type is peat, which is relevant to foundation considerations.
How noisy is the location?
The address data shows a road traffic noise level of 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden and industrial noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data at address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest Albert Heijn is 460 metres away, just around the corner. A second Albert Heijn is at 1,449 metres, and a Vomar is at 1,694 metres. In total, there are eight supermarkets within five kilometres. The closest options for daily groceries are within walking distance of the home.
Which schools are close to this home?
De Nieuwe School with its Jenaplan approach is 365 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Piramide is 460 metres away. For secondary education, SG De Triade is 491 metres from the home. The nearest primary school is a couple of streets away, making the school run a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Edam, De Meermin at 240 metres, served by lines 110, 112, 316, 614 and N14. Edam, Busstation Edam is 312 metres away with additional lines 100, 273, 314 and 801. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere at 5.5 kilometres. Bus connections are within a short walk of the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair", while another says "people are friendly". A third resident simply calls it "great and snug". These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms, nor any details about the garden, balcony or other outdoor space. The agent has not provided information about insulation, heating installations or ownership structure. Only the year of construction, energy label and floor areas from the BAG registration are available.
