Buying a home in De Hout en Blokdijk venhuizen, Venhuizen.
Venhuizen's De Hout and Blokdijk neighborhood sits on the edge of the historic harbor town, where older waterfront homes mix with newer family houses on quiet streets. You're looking at a tight-knit community where people still know their neighbors, and the IJsselmeer is genuinely close by for sailing and water sports. The town center with its fish restaurants and marina is a short bike ride away, but the residential feel here stays intact. Most homes are detached or semi-detached, many with gardens facing the water or green spaces.
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Pros:
- Direct waterfront location on the IJsselmeer with mooring options for boats and water access without driving to a marina
- Short cycle ride to Volendam (5km) and Marken, popular tourist destinations that draw visitors year-round
- Quiet, low-density residential area with large plots—typical of North Holland waterfront villages
- NS train station in nearby Hoorn (10km) gives Amsterdam and Alkmaar access without living in a city
Cons:
- Limited local shops and services; most groceries and services require a trip to Hoorn or Edam
- Severe weather exposure during storms due to exposed IJsselmeer location and low elevation
- Highly seasonal tourism in summer creates noise and parking pressure on small roads
- School options are thin on the ground; families often need to bus children to Hoorn or other towns
- House prices inflated by waterfront demand, but resale is niche—buyers are mainly second-home seekers and water enthusiasts
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Drechterland
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 13.95
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 60
- Residential burglary
- 3
- Theft
- 5
- Violence and threats
- 11
- Vandalism and public order
- 9
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
Finding a home in Venhuizen
Choose homes in Venhuizen that fit your needs and budget. When comparing listings, check the living area, layout and condition, and consider how well each home suits your daily life.
Asking prices and sale prices in Venhuizen
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The wider housing market in Venhuizen
Buying a home in Venhuizen? The median sale price was around € 554,000 in the previous full quarter. As a buyer, compare a home’s living area, condition and other characteristics with similar homes.
Updated: September 2026
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