Buying a home in Drieban (gedeeltelijk), Venhuiz, Venhuizen.
Venhuizen is a working waterfront town where you'll find plenty of character in the older neighborhoods like Drieban and Venhuiz. These pockets have solid brick homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s, many with water views or quick access to the IJ. The maritime history isn't just decoration here; locals still know the fishing routes, and the water defines daily life. You're between the bustle of Amsterdam and the open North, which means reasonable commute times but real quiet when you want it.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Drieban (gedeeltelijk), Venhuiz
Pros:
- Direct ferry connection to Marken and Volendam; no car needed for quick trips across the IJsselmeer
- Authentic working fishing village character with visible nets, boat repairs, and active fish market
- Lower property prices than comparable waterfront spots in North Holland
- Schools within walking distance; primary schools on Zeestraat serve the neighborhood directly
Cons:
- Ferry dependent; winter storms can disrupt connections to Marken for days
- Pervasive fish smell, especially in summer and during processing season
- Limited job market locally; most work requires commuting to Amsterdam (45–60 minutes by car or bus)
- Narrow streets and limited parking; many homes have no dedicated spaces, only street parking or shared lots
- Tourist overflow in July–August makes the village congested and local facilities strained
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
To assess whether the asking price is in line with recent sales, look at homes in Venhuizen with similar characteristics. Treat the area’s median sale price as context, not as the value of this particular home.
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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