Buying a home in De Watering, Oosthuizen.
De Watering is where you'll find solid family homes and old farmhouses being thoughtfully restored on quiet tree-lined streets. You're effectively living in the countryside here—pastures and water meadows surround you—while staying within reach of Volendam's shops and the Amsterdam train connection nearby. The neighbourhood draws people who want space and calm, not nightlife, and you'll notice the locals take their gardens seriously. Edam's cheese market and canal walks are a short cycle away if you need something different on a Saturday.
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What to consider when buying in De Watering
Pros:
- Close to the Zuiderzeemuseum and waterfront; walking distance to the harbor and traditional fishing village character
- Direct bus connection (line 118) to Volendam and Monnickendam; regional trains accessible from nearby stations
- Quieter residential area without the tourist congestion of central Volendam, but still part of the same town
- Traditional Dutch houses and a slow pace make it appealing if you want village life without isolation
Cons:
- Limited local amenities within De Watering itself; most services require a short trip to central Volendam or Edam
- Car dependency for regular shopping and services despite bus access
- Tourism infrastructure is thin here compared to Volendam center; fewer restaurants, shops, and entertainment options
- Winter isolation: very quiet and dark in off-season; summer brings tourist overflow to the wider area but not much foot traffic in De Watering itself
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Edam-Volendam
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 19.01
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 69
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 8
- Violence and threats
- 8
- Vandalism and public order
- 5
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 Oosthuizen
Choose homes in Oosthuizen that fit your needs and compare listings carefully. Check practical details such as living area, layout and condition, and look at recent sales of similar homes for context.
Asking prices and sale prices in Oosthuizen
Check the asking price against recent sales of homes with similar characteristics in Oosthuizen. The area’s median is a broad reference, not the value of the home you’re considering.
The wider housing market in Oosthuizen
Buying a home in Oosthuizen? The median sale price was around € 835,000 in the previous full quarter. As a buyer, compare a home’s living area and condition with similar recent sales.
Updated: September 2026
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