Buying a home in Grosthuizen, Avenhorn.
Grosthuizen is a quiet rural neighbourhood where you'll find mostly detached homes and farmhouses, often with land around them. You're really in the green heart of North Holland here, surrounded by meadows and polders. The area attracts families and people who want space and don't mind a bit of distance to the city. Avenhorn itself is within walking distance, with a few shops and a school, and you can reach Amsterdam in about half an hour by car.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Grosthuizen
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Avenhorn station (approximately 30 minutes)
- Predominantly detached houses with large plots; not the dense row-house sprawl of typical suburban areas
- Quiet, rural setting with views of polders and meadows
- Close to the Markermeer for water sports enthusiasts
Cons:
- Car is virtually essential for daily shopping; no supermarket in Grosthuizen itself
- Minimal nightlife or dining; nearest restaurants and shops are in Avenhorn or further afield
- Little to no local social infrastructure (schools, sports clubs, cultural venues) in the immediate area
- Winter isolation: poor weather and sparse public transport make the village feel very remote
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Koggenland
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 20.52
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 71
- Residential burglary
- 3
- Theft
- 4
- Violence and threats
- 8
- Vandalism and public order
- 13
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Grosthuizen offer?
Avenhorn is a quiet village where you'll find plenty of families with children, especially in the newer neighbourhoods around Zijperweg. Homes here are affordable compared to the Randstad, and space is generous: detached houses and large gardens are the norm rather than the exception. The village revolves around water and agriculture, so don't expect nightlife, but do expect strong community bonds and plenty of cyclists. Amsterdam is half an hour away by car, which makes Avenhorn appealing if you want to balance a workplace with peace and quiet.
Buying agent in Grosthuizen
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Housing market Grosthuizen
In Avenhorn, the real estate market shows notable activity. This quarter, 10 homes sold, compared to 4 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 452,000 euros, down from 456,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter decreased to 3,907 euros from 4,061 euros last quarter. Meanwhile, the average list price rose to 443,000 euros from 383,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 10% higher than last year, reflecting a positive trend in property valuations.
Updated: May 2026
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