Schrijverswijk, Dijk en Waard
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on Staringlaan sits in a quiet residential part of Heerhugowaard, with a friendly, established feel. The 101 m² floor area gives you three good-sized rooms, and the 136 m² plot includes a private garden. At €350,000, the asking price is in line with what other terraced houses in Dijk en Waard go for.
Schrijverswijk is a calm, green neighbourhood with wide streets and plenty of families. The area has a mix of ages, with many retired residents as well as young families. It's a place where people tend to stay for years. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood's character is clear from its layout and feel.
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Kids can walk to Kindcentrum De Paperclip primary school in under five minutes, while IKC De Poolster is similarly close. For secondary school, Vonk Heerhugowaard is a five-minute walk. The municipality Dijk en Waard keeps the area well-maintained, with parks and playgrounds nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via CLIQ makelaars b.v.
Details of this home
Staringlaan 8, Heerhugowaard
Data from Schrijverswijk
23 within 5 km
47 within 5 km
About Staringlaan 8, Heerhugowaard
The asking price of €350,000 is in line with what other mid-terrace homes in Dijk en Waard sell for. The house has a floor area of 101 m² and a 136 m² plot, which is typical for this type of property in the area. Without specific market data for Schrijverswijk, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced compared to similar listings.
The energy label is C, which is average for a house built in 1970. You can expect reasonable energy costs, but not as low as a modern home. The label means the home has basic insulation and double glazing, but you may want to consider further improvements to save on bills.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute bike ride. That makes commuting to Alkmaar or Amsterdam quite doable without a car.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Kindcentrum De Paperclip (301 m) and IKC De Poolster (324 m). For secondary education, Vonk Heerhugowaard (512 m) and Trinitas College - Johannes Bosco (609 m) are close by. So school runs are easy on foot or by bike.
Vomar is just 453 m away, so you can pop out for groceries in a few minutes. Jumbo (702 m) and Dekamarkt (810 m) are also nearby, giving you plenty of choice for your weekly shop.
Schrijverswijk recorded 126 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a neighbourhood of this size. It's a residential area with a mix of ages, and the streets feel safe during the day. As with any area, it's always wise to check local crime maps for the most recent figures.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schrijverswijk