Buying a home in Schelphoek, Warmenhuizen.
Schelphoek is a quiet residential pocket in Warmenhuizen, where you'll find solid family homes on generous lots—mostly built in the 1980s and '90s, well-maintained by people who've stayed put. The neighborhood sits on the edge of countryside: real farms and fields are minutes away, but the village center with shops and schools is also close. You get that rare Dutch mix of actual space around your house and genuine community, not isolation. Most people here work in nearby towns or cycle north to Den Helder.
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What to consider when buying in Schelphoek
Pros:
- Direct train line to Alkmaar (8 minutes) and onward to Amsterdam Central (45 minutes total)
- Quieter than nearby Schagen centre; mostly low-rise family homes and no through-traffic noise
- Proximity to Markermeer waterfront; direct cycling access to water sports and recreation
- Lower property prices than Alkmaar or Amsterdam satellite towns
Cons:
- Single train station (Schagen) serves the whole area; no local station in Schelphoek itself
- Limited local shops; most errands require a trip to Schagen centre or further afield
- Car dependency for anything beyond the station and basic cycling radius
- Farming surroundings mean seasonal manure smell and combine harvester noise in autumn
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Schagen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 20.84
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 127
- Residential burglary
- 9
- Theft
- 19
- Violence and threats
- 7
- Vandalism and public order
- 16
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 Warmenhuizen
Choose homes in Warmenhuizen that fit your needs and budget. When comparing listings, check the living area, layout and condition, and look closely at what is included in the property.
Asking prices and sale prices in Warmenhuizen
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The wider housing market in Warmenhuizen
Buying a home in Warmenhuizen? The median sale price was around €475,000 in the previous full quarter. As a buyer, compare a home’s living area, condition and other characteristics with similar homes.
Updated: September 2026