Buying a home in West en omgeving, Avenhorn.
West and its surroundings in Avenhorn is where you go if you want quiet, countryside living with room to breathe. Most homes here date from the 1970s and 80s, typically detached or semi-detached with generous gardens. You're close to water and open polders, so cycling to the Markermeer or walking through the landscape becomes part of your routine. It's a haven for birdwatchers, and daily shopping is a short walk away in Avenhorn's centre.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in West en omgeving
Pros:
- Direct access to Amsterdam via the N307; train stations Hoorn and Enkhuizen are 15–20 minutes by car
- Detached houses with large gardens; far less dense building than in the Randstad
- Rural character with views across pastures and polders; genuinely outside the city
- Affordable house prices compared to Amsterdam and Utrecht
Cons:
- A car is practically essential; public transport limited to a few bus lines to Hoorn
- Limited shops and restaurants in Avenhorn itself; everything is in Hoorn or further afield
- Few youth facilities and nightlife options for younger people
- Winter water overflow and dike maintenance costs can be a factor in this polder area
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Koggenland
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 20.81
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 72
- Residential burglary
- 5
- Theft
- 4
- Violence and threats
- 8
- Vandalism and public order
- 12
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
What does West en omgeving 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 West en omgeving
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Housing market West en omgeving
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: April 2026
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