Buying a home in Oosterland, Den Oever.
Breezand is a quiet village where you'll find mostly families and retirees who've settled here for the peace and space. The homes are predominantly 1970s and 1980s builds, often detached or semi-detached with generous gardens. You're really in the green heart of North Holland, surrounded by meadows and water, so if cycling and fresh air appeal to you, this is the place. Amenities are modest but adequate: supermarket, school, and a couple of cafés within the village itself.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Oosterland
Pros:
- Quiet, rural setting with plenty of space around your home – not a densely populated area
- Direct connection to Alkmaar via the N307; Alkmaar train station 15 km away
- Low land and property prices compared to urban areas
- Close to Markermeer and Waddenzee for water and nature activities
Cons:
- Limited amenities in Breezand itself; shopping and services require a trip to Alkmaar or nearby villages
- Little to no public transport; a car is practically essential
- Very limited choice of schools and childcare in the immediate area
- Remote location can feel isolating, especially in winter
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Hollands Kroon
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 27.57
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 67
- Residential burglary
- 1
- Theft
- 2
- Violence and threats
- 7
- Vandalism and public order
- 10
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 Oosterland offer?
Den Oever is a quiet harbour village where you'll find mostly detached homes and bungalows, many with water views or close to the marina. Your neighbours tend to be people who chose this place deliberately for the peace and the community, not by accident. The Markermeer is right at your doorstep, so if you're into sailing, kitesurfing, or simply watching the water, you're in the right spot. Shops and amenities are modest, but that's part of what makes the place what it is.
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Housing market Oosterland
In Den Oever, 13 homes sold this quarter, matching the previous quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 434,000 euros, compared to 381,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter rose from 3,167 euros to 3,732 euros. The average list price increased from 383,000 euros last quarter to 437,000 euros this quarter, with the average list price per square meter going from 3,198 euros to 3,637 euros. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting the overall market trend.
Updated: June 2026
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