A friendly start in Butterhuizen Noord
This terraced house on Zwarte Kaaiman 36 sits in Butterhuizen Noord, a calm corner of Heerhugowaard where the streets feel safe and tidy. The asking price is €375,000, which is the lowest of the 11 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. It sits 27% below the average asking price of €513,318. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €3,829, while this home comes in at €4,360 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are looking for a terraced house in Dijk en Waard, this one stands out for its entry-level price.
The home itself
Built in 1993, this terraced house offers a living area of 86 square metres according to the BAG registration, on a plot of 142 square metres. The agent has not published details about the layout, number of bedrooms, or any outdoor space, so the exact configuration remains unclear. With a price per square metre of €4,360, the home is priced above the neighbourhood average, but the total asking price remains the most accessible in the area.
Life in Butterhuizen Noord
Butterhuizen Noord is a residential area with a mix of ages, where families and older residents live side by side. Of the 1,277 homes here, 74% are owner-occupied, and the neighbourhood counts around 3,005 residents. Residents across the municipality of Dijk en Waard give their living environment an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on 24 reviews. One resident says: "Good neighbourhood, cosy people." Another adds: "Safe. Quiet. Clean. Many amenities in the area." A third simply calls it "Top." These are municipal-level impressions, so they reflect the wider area rather than this street alone. The neighbourhood itself is quiet and well established, with most homes built between 1990 and 2010. For a closer look at what the Butterhuizen Noord neighbourhood has to offer, the local data paints a picture of a settled community.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a ten-minute walk away. For schools, De Zonnewijzer is a couple of streets away, and IKC de Schatkist is within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Butterhuizen, is on your doorstep, while the pharmacy ACN Apotheek Stad van de Zon is about a ten-minute walk. Public transport is well covered: the bus stop Heerhugowaard, Butterhuizen, with lines 160, 162 and N60, is just around the corner. The train station Heerhugowaard is about 1.9 kilometres away, a short cycle or drive. The hospital Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep is within walking distance at 1.7 kilometres. All of this sits within the municipality of Dijk en Waard, which offers a full range of local services. The address does come with area-level risk indications from public data sources. Road traffic noise is measured at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is medium, as is the current and 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to rise to medium by 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 Vlieg Makelaars.
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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 Zwarte Kaaiman 36, Heerhugowaard
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Butterhuizen Noord?
The asking price of €375,000 is the lowest of the 11 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. It sits 27% below the average asking price of €513,318, and the median asking price here is €485,000. The average asking price per square metre is €3,829, while this home is listed at €4,360 per square metre based on the BAG registration. The total price is the most accessible in the area, though the per-square-metre figure is above the neighbourhood average.
What is the living area of this home?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 86 square metres, on a plot of 142 square metres. The agent has not published any further details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms. The home was built in 1993, so it is a relatively modern construction.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this field, so the energy performance of the home is unknown. This means you cannot estimate energy costs from the label alone. The home was built in 1993, which may give some indication, but no specific label is provided. For any further details, you would need to consult the agent directly.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for property tax purposes, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The asking price is €375,000, but the WOZ value would need to be obtained from the municipality to make that comparison.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 36 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications based on public data at the address level, not a measurement inside the home. The noise levels reflect the surrounding environment, not the insulation of the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The low risk suggests that foundation issues are not a major concern, but the clay soil is a factor to be aware of. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
Area-level climate data indicates that pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is also medium, remaining medium in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are indications based on public data at the address level, not a detailed assessment of this property. They reflect the broader area's vulnerability to climate effects.
What supermarkets are near this home?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket, just 270 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A Vomar is about 923 metres away, and another Vomar is at 952 metres. There are also Albert Heijn and Lidl within about 1.3 kilometres. In total, there are 32 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so grocery shopping is well covered in the area.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is De Zonnewijzer, at 357 metres, which is just around the corner. IKC de Schatkist is at 738 metres, and OBS Atalanta is at 956 metres. Basisschool Reflector is at 962 metres, and Kindcentrum De Vaart is at 1,151 metres. There are 67 schools within 5 kilometres, covering primary and secondary education, with the nearest secondary school about 2.5 kilometres away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Heerhugowaard, Butterhuizen, at 280 metres, with bus lines 160, 162 and N60. Another stop, Heerhugowaard, Smaragd, is at 684 metres with line 162, and Heerhugowaard, Rijn, is at 691 metres with lines 160, 162 and N60. The nearest train station is Heerhugowaard, at about 1.9 kilometres, which is a short cycle or drive away.
What is the neighbourhood of Butterhuizen Noord like?
Butterhuizen Noord is a residential area with around 3,005 residents. Of the 1,277 homes, 74% are owner-occupied, and most were built between 1990 and 2010. The age mix is varied, with 31% of residents aged 45 to 65 and 21% aged 65 or older. Residents across the municipality of Dijk en Waard give their living environment an average score of 7.82 out of 10, with comments like "Good neighbourhood, cosy people" and "Safe. Quiet. Clean."
