Buying a home in 't Duyfrak, Valkenburg.
't Duyfrak is where you'll find solid family homes and bungalows on tree-lined streets, most built from the 1960s onwards. Your neighbours are long-term residents and young families who value the quieter edges of Katwijk, away from the coastal rush. The dune landscape starts right at your doorstep, so morning walks through protected nature are the real draw here. Valkenburg's town centre with shops and restaurants is a short cycle away.
Start free trialSold homes in 't Duyfrak.
Curious about the homes being sold in 't Duyfrak? Check the most recent, most expensive and cheapest homes changing owner in the past 12 months.
What to consider when buying in 't Duyfrak
Pros:
- Direct access to the Katwijk aan Zee beachfront; no car needed to reach the dunes and North Sea
- Local school (Brede School 't Duyfrak) means shorter walks for families with young children
- Lower property prices than coastal towns further north like Zandvoort or Scheveningen
- Quieter than central Katwijk; you're on the edge rather than in the hustle
Cons:
- Limited train connection; nearest station is Katwijk, then you need bus to reach the rest of the region
- Few shops within walking distance; most grocery shopping requires a trip into Katwijk centre or by car
- Exposed to North Sea wind; the area doesn't have natural shelter like inland neighborhoods
- Narrow roads and limited parking; typical for a waterfront expansion zone, causes friction during summer season
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Katwijk
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 21.85
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 137
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 31
- Violence and threats
- 10
- Vandalism and public order
- 22
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 Valkenburg
Choose homes that match your needs and compare listings on practical points such as living area, layout and condition. It can also help to look at recent sales of similar homes when considering what fits your budget.
Asking prices and sale prices in Valkenburg
Check how the asking price compares with recent sales of similar homes in Valkenburg. Use the median sale price as context, not as the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Valkenburg
Buying a home in Valkenburg? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €503,000. As a buyer, compare a home’s living area and condition with similar homes and recent sales.
Updated: September 2026
Ready to ditch your agent? Start your free trial today.
Walter Living is registered in The Netherlands with the address Walter Tech, B.V. Singel 542, 1017AZ, Amsterdam. Our Chamber of Commerce number is 73708585 and our tax ID is NL859636033B01.
Service
Company
Want to get in touch via WhatsApp? Send a message to +31 85 080 68 60