Buying a home in Buitengebied Waarland, Waarland.
Waarland's countryside around Buitengebied draws people who want actual space—most homes sit on decent plots with room to breathe, not huddled in a suburb. You're looking at a patchwork of farmland, small modern builds, and the occasional older family home spread across quiet roads. It's the kind of place where you know your neighbours because there simply aren't that many of you, and you're close enough to Schagen's centre for errands but far enough that peace is real.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Buitengebied Waarland
Pros:
- Direct access to North Holland farmland and rural quiet; no through-traffic or urban noise.
- Affordable land and housing compared to towns within a 20 km radius.
- Strong cycling infrastructure to Schagen centre (6 km) and villages like Alkmaar (15 km).
- Proximity to Polder Museum and local craft breweries in the region.
Cons:
- No train station in Waarland itself; nearest is Schagen (6 km away), then onward to Amsterdam takes 50+ minutes.
- Limited local amenities within walking distance; most errands require a car or bike ride.
- School choice is limited; families typically bus to Schagen or Alkmaar.
- Flooding risk in low-lying areas; several properties lie below sea level with active water management required.
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Schagen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 12.66
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 35
- Residential burglary
- 1
- Theft
- 1
- Violence and threats
- 1
- Vandalism and public order
- 15
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 Waarland
Choose homes that fit your needs and compare listings carefully. Check practical points such as living area, layout and condition before deciding which homes to consider.
Asking prices and sale prices in Waarland
Check how the asking price compares with recent sales of similar homes in Waarland, considering features such as home type, size and condition. The area's median is only a broad reference, not the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Waarland
Buying a home in Waarland? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around € 435,000. As you compare homes, check characteristics such as living area and condition against similar properties.
Updated: September 2026
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