De Draai Zuid, Dijk en Waard
NeighbourhoodThis 2022-built mid-terrace house on Merelweg sits in a peaceful part of De Draai Zuid, a neighbourhood where families and young couples make up most of the street scene. The asking price of €389,000 is in line with what you'd expect for a home of this size and age in Dijk en Waard, especially given the energy label A+++ and the low running costs that come with it. For a sense of how this compares to other terraced houses in Dijk en Waard, the market here is steady.
De Draai Zuid is a relatively young neighbourhood, with most homes built in the last decade. It's a quiet area with wide streets and plenty of green verges. The population is around 1,800, and households with children outnumber those without, a sign that schools and playgrounds are part of daily life. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS figures show a low crime rate (21 incidents in total) and a strong sense of community. The neighbourhood De Draai Zuid is one where you'll see kids cycling to school and neighbours chatting on the pavement.
For your morning bread and milk, the nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt about a ten-minute walk away, with a Jumbo and a Vomar also within easy reach. Primary school De Nieuwe Draai is just a couple of streets away, a five-minute walk, and IKC de Helix is a bit further, around a ten-minute walk. Secondary school Trinitas College - Han Fortmann is also within walking distance. The municipality Dijk en Waard keeps the area well-maintained, with a park or public garden about a ten-minute walk from the house.
At the time of writing the home is listed via EV Wonen Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so you have a couple of channels to view the full details.
Details of this home
Merelweg 93, Heerhugowaard
Data from De Draai Zuid
20 within 5 km
37 within 5 km
About Merelweg 93, Heerhugowaard
Given that it's a 2022-built mid-terrace with 75 m² of living space, a 102 m² plot, and an A+++ energy label, the price is in line with what similar homes in Dijk en Waard are going for. The neighbourhood is quiet and family-oriented, which adds to the value. There's no room for negotiation on the facts, but the market here is stable.
The energy label is A+++, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. You can expect minimal energy bills, and the house is well-insulated with modern installations. It's a major plus for long-term living costs.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away, which is about a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride. It's not within walking distance, but the cycle paths in the area are good.
Primary school De Nieuwe Draai is just 167 m away, so you can walk there in two minutes. IKC de Helix is 733 m away, about a 10-minute walk. For secondary education, Trinitas College - Han Fortmann is 892 m away, also walkable. There are 37 schools within 5 km, so plenty of choice.
De Draai Zuid recorded only 21 total crimes in the latest data, which is very low for a neighbourhood of this size. It's a quiet, family-oriented area with wide streets and a strong community feel. You'll feel safe walking around at any time of day.
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt at 1.1 km, about a 10-minute walk. A Jumbo and a Vomar are also within 1.3 km, so you have several options for daily shopping. There are 20 supermarkets within 5 km, so you're well-covered.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Draai Zuid