A modern apartment in Almere
This is a brand-new apartment on Adriaen Blockstraat in Almere, built in 2023 and finished to a high standard. With 113 square metres of living space, it feels spacious and light, and the energy label A means it is very efficient to run. The rent of €2,450 a month sits at the top end of the current market, where the average asking rent is €2,100. That puts it on the high side, but it is also the largest of the two apartments currently available, and it is one of the [apartments in Almere]( /huurwoningen/almere/appartementen/ ) that stands out for its size and newness.
The Columbuskwartier Noord neighbourhood
Columbuskwartier Noord is a young, family-oriented neighbourhood in Almere, with a mix of homes and green spaces. The area is home to around 2,050 people, and nearly half of all households have children, giving the streets a lively, family feel. One resident describes it as "a quiet, safe place to live, with plenty of parks nearby." Another says, "The neighbours are friendly and it feels like a real community." Based on these reviews, it is a place where people seem to settle in and stay. The neighbourhood is part of [the Columbuskwartier Noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/columbuskwartier-noord-almere/ ), which is still growing and developing.
Life on the street
For daily errands, you are well covered. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, about a five-minute walk away, and a PLUS supermarket is a couple of streets further. For school runs, the Columbusschool and De Droomspiegel are both within a ten-minute walk, and there are several other primary schools nearby. The train station is about two kilometres away, so commuting is manageable. The area is part of [the municipality of Almere]( /gemeente/almere/ ), which has a good network of roads and public transport.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels, including Van der Laarse Makelaardij O.G. B.V. The listing is currently active and available for rent.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Adriaen Blockstraat 44E, Almere
Is €2,450 a fair rent for this apartment?
The asking rent of €2,450 is above the neighbourhood average of €2,100, but this is also the largest apartment currently available, at 113 m². The average price per square metre in the area is €23.34, so you are paying a premium for the extra space and the modern build. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the size and the new condition.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration, so it is a reliable indicator of the home's energy performance.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, just 264 metres away, so you can walk there in about three minutes. A PLUS supermarket is about 1.3 kilometres away, and there are several other options within a short distance. For daily shopping, you will not have to go far.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including the Columbusschool at 414 metres and De Droomspiegel at 429 metres. For secondary education, the Arte College is about 1.3 kilometres away. With 32 schools within five kilometres, there is a good choice for families.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.1 kilometres from the apartment. That is a short cycle or a quick drive, and it gives you access to the wider rail network. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is manageable for regular commuters.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Columbuskwartier Noord is a family-oriented area, with 46% of households having children and an average household size of 2.4. The streets are quiet and safe, according to local reviews, and there are parks nearby. It is a neighbourhood where children can play outside and neighbours know each other.
