A modern terraced home in De Draai Zuid
This 2021 terraced house on Merelweg 3 sits in De Draai Zuid, a young part of Heerhugowaard where almost all homes were built after 2010. The asking price of €500,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €614,146. That puts this home 19% below the neighbourhood average, a gap that also shows up per square metre. For context, the neighbourhood has 24 homes for sale at the moment, with asking prices ranging from €295,000 to €1,405,000. If you are looking at terraced houses in Dijk en Waard, this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a five-room terraced family home with three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 126 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 124 m². The plot measures 123 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 55 m², facing northeast and accessible from the back. The home has full ownership, and the agent lists insulation including roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, floor insulation and full insulation. Heating is partly underfloor, with a heat pump. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label.
Life in De Draai Zuid
De Draai Zuid is a residential area with about 2,030 residents, and it is a place where families seem to feel at home. Across the municipality of Dijk en Waard, residents give an average score of 7.85, based on 26 reviews. One resident says: "We live here with great pleasure. We feel safe in the neighbourhood, the children have plenty to do thanks to the various playgrounds in the district and many neighbourhood children." Another adds: "Very nice neighbourhood for young and old. For children a safe and pleasant district with various playgrounds where children play." The reviews mention schools, childcare, supermarkets and a friendly atmosphere, all close by. About 53% of households have children, and the average household size is 2.7. For more on the De Draai Zuid neighbourhood, the picture is of a quiet, family-oriented area.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, a Dekamarkt, is a ten-minute walk away, with a Vomar and a Jumbo just a bit further. Primary school De Nieuwe Draai is just around the corner, and secondary school Trinitas College - Han Fortmann is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Draai is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy ACN Apotheek Centrumwaard is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stop Heerhugowaard, Han Fortmann College is a five-minute walk, served by lines 160 and N60. The nearest train station, Heerhugowaard, is about 2.4 km away. The hospital Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep is roughly 2.4 km from the home. All of this sits within the municipality of Dijk en Waard.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €496,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 599%, from €71,000 to €496,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The climate indications show low pluvial flooding risk and medium flood risk both now and in 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 multiple channels, including CLIQ makelaars b.v. and CLIQ makelaars b.v. on Funda.
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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 Merelweg 3, Heerhugowaard
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €500,000 is 19% below the average asking price in De Draai Zuid, which is €614,146. Per square metre, the price is 16% below the neighbourhood average. The price verdict is described as keen. This comparison is based on the neighbourhood housing market data, which includes 24 homes currently for sale.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a five-room terraced family home with three bedrooms and one bathroom over two floors. The living area is listed at 126 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 124 m². The plot measures 123 m². There is a rear garden of 55 m² facing northeast, accessible from the back.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €496,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% above this WOZ value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 599%, from €71,000 to €496,000. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the foundation and flood risk indications for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The climate indications show a low risk of pluvial flooding and a medium flood risk both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt, about 960 metres away, with a Vomar and a Jumbo just over a kilometre away. Primary school De Nieuwe Draai is about 260 metres from the home, and secondary school Trinitas College - Han Fortmann is roughly 645 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Heerhugowaard, Han Fortmann College, about 500 metres away, served by lines 160 and N60. There are additional stops on the same lines within about 1.1 km. The nearest train station is Heerhugowaard, approximately 2.4 km from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Across the municipality of Dijk en Waard, residents give an average score of 7.85, based on 26 reviews. One resident says: "We live here with great pleasure. We feel safe in the neighbourhood, the children have plenty to do thanks to the various playgrounds in the district and many neighbourhood children." Another mentions a friendly atmosphere and everything you need close by.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The agent also lists insulation including roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, floor insulation and full insulation, along with partial underfloor heating and a heat pump. These are separate facts from the label itself.
