A 1925 terraced house in Edam
This terraced house on Westervesting 29 sits in the heart of Edam, a town known for its historic centre and canals. Built in 1925, the home has an energy label F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The asking price of €495,000 is 25% below the average asking price of €663,431 for homes in the neighbourhood, a figure that is precomputed against the local market. For context, terraced houses in Edam-Volendam are part of a market where the average asking price per square metre is €5,456.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home has three rooms, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and two floors, with a volume of 324 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 84 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 93 m²; the plot is 170 m² in both sources. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, is €5,893.
The Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood
Residents across the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair." Another notes: "Beautiful nature on your doorstep" and adds that "People are friendly." The neighbourhood itself has about 2,830 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are manageable from here. The nearest supermarket, Albert Heijn, is about a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other options within a couple of kilometres. For schooling, SG De Triade, a secondary school, is just around the corner, and De Nieuwe School, a primary school, is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk J. Koper is a couple of streets away, while the nearest pharmacy is in Volendam, about 2.5 km. Public transport is close: the bus stop Edam, Technische School is on your doorstep, with lines 314, 614, and N14. The nearest train station, Purmerend Overwhere, is about 5.3 km away. The municipality of Edam-Volendam covers this area.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made. Regarding address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is measured at 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is at 40 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1925 on peat soil, with a note that 96% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Overbeek Makelaars o.g. Edam-Volendam.
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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 Westervesting 29, Edam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €495,000 is 25% below the average asking price of €663,431 for homes in the Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,456, while this home is listed at €5,893 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €599,000.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has three rooms, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and two floors. The total volume is 324 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 84 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 93 m². The plot is 170 m² according to both the agent and the BAG registration.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared to more efficient labels. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the home, only its energy performance. No insulation details are stated in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1925 on peat soil, and the note mentions possible wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Additionally, 96% 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 around this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 40 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 913 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Other options include another Albert Heijn at about 1.9 km, a Vomar at about 2 km, and a Dirk at about 2.5 km. In total, there are eight supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are close to this home?
SG De Triade, a secondary school, is just 168 metres away, so on your doorstep. De Nieuwe School, a primary school, is about 497 metres away, a five-minute walk. Other primary schools include Openbare Basisschool De Piramide at about 913 metres and Oecumenische Basisschool De Trimaran at about 1.1 km.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Edam, Technische School, about 110 metres away, with lines 314, 614, and N14. The main bus station, Edam, Busstation Edam, is about 524 metres away and serves lines 100, 110, 112, 273, 314, 316, 614, 801, and N14. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 5.3 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair." Another notes: "Beautiful nature on your doorstep" and adds that "People are friendly." These reviews reflect the municipality, not specifically the Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood.
