Buying a home in Kuenenkwartier, Beverwijk.
The Kuenenkwartier is a quiet residential area where you'll find families and some older residents, with plenty of 1930s homes that you can adapt to your own taste. The neighbourhood is close to Beverwijk's centre, so shopping and getting to the station is quick. You have more green space here than in the city centre, and the streets feel relaxed without being far from what you need.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Kuenenkwartier
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Beverwijk station (20 minutes), ideal for commuters
- Plenty of 1930s houses with authentic details and spacious plots, not standard 1970s blocks
- Close to Beverwijkse Strand and the Zaan for walks and cycling
- Significantly cheaper than comparable neighborhoods in Amsterdam or Haarlem
Cons:
- Beverwijk is an industrial town; you regularly hear noise from shipyards and factories
- Limited restaurant and nightlife options compared to larger cities
- Heavy through-traffic on Zeestraat and around the station; not particularly quiet
- Schools in the neighborhood are average; many families choose schools in Amsterdam or Haarlem
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Beverwijk
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 24.08
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 137
- Residential burglary
- 8
- Theft
- 11
- Violence and threats
- 16
- Vandalism and public order
- 32
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through June 2026
What does Kuenenkwartier offer?
Beverwijk sits between the sea and working industry, which gives you a straightforward mix of active harbour and quiet neighbourhoods. Most homes here are 1930s and 1950s builds, solid and affordable, with families who stay because it simply works. You're ten minutes from the beach, and the Friday and Saturday market is a serious affair where locals actually shop. It doesn't feel like a tourist spot, but like a place where people actually live.
Buying agent in Kuenenkwartier
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Housing market Kuenenkwartier
The real estate market in Beverwijk shows notable activity. In the last quarter, 142 homes sold, compared to 129 previously. The average transaction price this quarter was 440,000 euros, up from 415,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 4,566 euros to 4,495 euros. The average list price increased from 402,000 euros last quarter to 431,000 euros this quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting the ongoing demand in the market.
Updated: June 2026
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