A historic terraced house on the Turfhaven
This 1935 terraced house sits on the Turfhaven, right in the middle of Hoorn's historic centre. The area is known for its canals, monuments and lively streets, and this home puts you at the heart of it all. With a living area of 159 square metres according to the agent, the asking price is €695,000. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other terraced houses in Hoorn.
Inside the home
The agent describes a four-room layout spread over three floors, with three bedrooms and one bathroom. The total volume comes to 550 cubic metres. The BAG registration lists a living area of 185 square metres, while the agent's listing states 159 square metres. The plot measures 142 square metres according to both sources. The home dates from 1935 and carries energy label D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in the Binnenstad
Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their surroundings an average score of 8.13, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Very cosy and close to all shops." Another describes it as "a social neighbourhood" where "everyone knows each other", adding that it is "beautifully central in the centre of Hoorn" and a five-minute walk from two parks. A third resident mentions the many facilities, including a park, cafes, shops and a supermarket, but notes that it is "just not easily accessible by car." The district counts around 2,370 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more context, you can read about the Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
The daily essentials are close at hand. The GP practice Velius Hoed, Huisartsenpraktijk Assink is just around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Hoorn is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with an Ekoplaza a ten-minute walk off. The nearest primary school, Het Ooievaarsnest, is about a ten-minute walk away. Bus line 14 stops at Hoorn, Vollerswaal just around the corner, and Hoorn railway station is a ten-minute walk. The Dijklander Ziekenhuis is also within walking distance. The wider area falls under the municipality of Hoorn.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is nothing to compare with the asking price. As for the address, the area-level indications show road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the 1935 construction on clay soil and the fact that 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current and 2050 flood risk are low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Vidra Vastgoed Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Turfhaven 12, Hoorn
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price for this terraced house on the Turfhaven is €695,000. The home has a living area of 159 square metres according to the agent, which works out at €4,371 per square metre based on that figure. The neighbourhood has 20 homes currently for sale, with an average asking price of €719,700 and a median of €647,500.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 550 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 159 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 185 square metres. The plot measures 142 square metres. The home was built in 1935.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there is no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price of €695,000.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data: the home was built in 1935 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation, and 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level data shows road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 39 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data and describe the area around the address, not the soundproofing of the home itself.
What supermarkets are near Turfhaven 12?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 374 metres, which is just around the corner. An Ekoplaza is at 704 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 919 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. A Vomar is at 1,008 metres and a Lidl at 1,240 metres. In total, there are 16 supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are closest to this home?
The nearest primary school is Het Ooievaarsnest at 2,647 metres, followed by Kindcentrum De Bussel at 2,808 metres and Christelijke Basisschool De Rank at 2,856 metres. There are 14 schools within five kilometres. For secondary education, the nearest school is at 1.1 kilometres according to the neighbourhood data.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Hoorn, Vollerswaal at 151 metres, served by line 14. Hoorn, Gedempte Turfhaven is at 236 metres, also line 14, and Hoorn, Draafsingel at 344 metres with lines 14 and 412. Hoorn railway station is at 663 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the Binnenstad district give an average score of 8.13, based on three reviews. One resident says it is "very cosy and close to all shops." Another describes it as a social neighbourhood where everyone knows each other, central in Hoorn and close to two parks. A third mentions the many facilities but notes that it is not easily accessible by car.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label D. This label indicates the energy performance of the home as registered, and with label D you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1935, which is a fact about its age, not a judgement on its state.
