Binnenstad, Purmerend
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Achterdijk sits in the heart of Purmerend's historic centre, a street with character and a lively atmosphere. Built in 1870, it's one of the older homes in the area, with 61 m² of living space. The asking price of €269,500 is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €514,318, making it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Purmerend.
Binnenstad is the compact, bustling centre of Purmerend, with a very high address density of 2,876 per km². It's a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities, with many singles (740 one-person households) and a young population, the largest age group is 25 to 45. The area has a residential feel, with restaurants just a couple of streets away and a park on your doorstep. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a dense, urban environment with a strong sense of community. For more context, see the Binnenstad neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner for groceries, and Aldi and Dekamarkt are a five-minute walk. For a bigger shop, AH XL is a ten-minute walk. Schools are within walking distance too, Vonk Purmerend (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and the Jan van Egmond Lyceum is about the same. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre with its shops and restaurants is right on your doorstep. For more on the wider area, check the municipality of Purmerend.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Achterdijk Makelaardij & Adviezen / Volkert Makelaardij and Volkert Makelaardij on Funda.
Details of this home
Achterdijk 14B, Purmerend
Data from Binnenstad
Data from Binnenstad
17 within 5 km
42 within 5 km
About Achterdijk 14B, Purmerend
The asking price is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €514,318, but the apartment is also 37% smaller than the average home in Binnenstad (61 m² vs 97 m²). Given its age and energy label D, the price is in line with the market for a compact, historic apartment in the centre.
The energy label is D. In Binnenstad, most homes for sale have better labels: 25% are A+, 17.9% A, and 28.6% B. Label D means heating costs will be higher than in a more modern, efficient home, but it's not the lowest tier.
The building dates from 1870, which is notably old for this neighbourhood, 46.4% of homes in Binnenstad were built before 1945. An older home often means solid construction and character, but may require more maintenance and have less insulation than newer builds.
Binnenstad is the historic centre of Purmerend, very densely built with a mix of shops, restaurants, and services. It's popular with singles and young adults, and has a lively, urban atmosphere. The train station is 1.5 km away, and there's a park within 300 metres.
Albert Heijn is 95 metres away, Aldi 274 metres, and Dekamarkt 312 metres. Secondary schools like Vonk Purmerend (429 m) and Jan van Egmond Lyceum (544 m) are within a short walk. Primary schools are about 1 km away.
The neighbourhood recorded 383 total crimes in the latest data. This is relatively high for a city centre, but typical for a dense urban area with many shops and nightlife. Always check recent trends with local sources.
At 61 m², it's 37% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 97 m². This is a compact apartment, suitable for a single person or couple, and reflects the smaller units often found in historic centres.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad
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