Buying a home in Molendijk, Castricum.
Molendijk is a quiet neighborhood where you'll find plenty of families with children, especially around the schools and playgrounds. Most homes here date from the 1970s and 1980s, well-maintained and reasonably priced compared to the dune areas nearby. You're within ten minutes of the beach, and the supermarket and bakery are just around the corner. It doesn't feel busy, but you have everything you need right in the neighborhood itself.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Molendijk
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam and Alkmaar via Castricum station, about 10 minutes' walk away
- Close to the dunes and beach; Zeestraat gets you to the sand in 15 minutes
- Mostly detached houses with gardens, not the typical Dutch row houses
- Quiet, residential area with no through traffic
Cons:
- Limited shops and restaurants in Molendijk itself; you depend on Castricum centre or further afield
- Little nightlife; it's very quiet in the evenings
- School choice is limited; most primary schools are in Castricum centre
- No supermarket within walking distance; groceries require a trip
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Castricum
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.97
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 160
- Residential burglary
- 7
- Theft
- 23
- Violence and threats
- 21
- Vandalism and public order
- 13
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Molendijk offer?
Castricum is a quiet coastal village where you won't get caught in a busy beach-town rush, yet the beach is ten minutes away. Most homes here are 1930s and 1950s builds, typically with more space than you'd find in the city. Your neighbours tend to be families and retirees who've chosen to stay put, not transient types. The village itself centres on a modest high street with a baker and supermarket, and the Castricumse Zeeën nature reserve sits right on your doorstep.
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Housing market Molendijk
In Castricum, the real estate market shows a slight decline in activity. Homes sold this quarter totaled 82, compared to 83 last quarter. The average transaction price went from 579,000 euros last quarter to 564,000 euros this quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 5,061 euros to 4,965 euros. Similarly, the average list price decreased from 571,000 euros last quarter to 559,000 euros this quarter. The average WOZ-value this year is lower than last year, reflecting a broader trend in the local market.
Updated: May 2026
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