Buying a home in Edelesteen en Schildersbuurt, Anna Paulowna.
Edelesteen and Schildersbuurt are quiet, largely 1960s neighborhoods in Anna Paulowna where families put down roots and stay. Most homes are detached or semi-detached with generous gardens and schools within easy reach. You're minutes by bike from the Markermeer and open polder landscape, so water and green space aren't a drive away. The town center is walkable for everyday needs, but the feel here is genuinely calm, not the buzz of busier urban areas.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Edelesteen en Schildersbuurt
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Alkmaar (12 min) and Amsterdam (40 min) via Anna Paulowna station
- Detached and semi-detached homes with spacious plots, not typical terraced housing
- Lower property prices compared to nearby municipalities like Alkmaar and Heerhugowaard
- Quiet, rural setting with views of pastures and polder landscape
Cons:
- Limited shopping; larger groceries require a trip to Alkmaar or Heerhugowaard
- Little nightlife or restaurants within the neighborhood itself
- Car-dependent for activities and services outside Anna Paulowna
- Train station is on the edge of the built-up area, not centrally located
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Hollands Kroon
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 25.19
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 220
- Residential burglary
- 11
- Theft
- 40
- Violence and threats
- 21
- Vandalism and public order
- 26
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 Edelesteen en Schildersbuurt offer?
Anna Paulowna is a quiet farming village where you'll find mostly detached homes and farmhouses, many with land around them. You're surrounded by pastures and waterways, which means plenty of space but also that you'll need a car for daily errands. The village centre is small and peaceful without the bustle, and you're close to the Wieringermeer or a short drive to Den Helder for more amenities. This is the place for someone who loves stillness and countryside living, not for someone wanting to walk to a café.
Buying agent in Edelesteen en Schildersbuurt
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Housing market Edelesteen en Schildersbuurt
In Anna Paulowna, the real estate market shows notable changes. Last quarter, 24 homes sold, compared to 15 this quarter. The average transaction price went from 395,000 euros last quarter to 428,000 euros this quarter. The average transaction price per square meter rose from 3,345 euros to 3,658 euros. Similarly, the average list price increased from 380,000 euros last quarter to 419,000 euros this quarter. The average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting the overall upward trend in property values in the area.
Updated: June 2026
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