A historic apartment in Alkmaar's old centre
This apartment sits on the Breedstraat in Binnenstad-West, right in the middle of Alkmaar's historic centre. It is a lively part of town where the streets have centuries of character and the canals are never far away. The asking price of €350,000 is keen, which means it sits below the average asking price for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Alkmaar comes in higher than what this home is listed for.
The home itself
Built in 1800, this apartment spans a single floor and offers four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living space is listed at 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 126 m². The property has an energy label B. According to the agent, the home has a volume of 362 m³.
Life in Binnenstad-West
Residents of the wider district give their living environment a strong average score of 8.92, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Great neighbourhood typical Alkmaar feels like city and village in one." Another adds: "All shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours." A third resident, who has lived there since 2018, describes it as a "gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen" and notes the arrival of new residents. The district is home to around 3,020 people, with a large share of single-person households. These reviews describe the district as a whole, not just this specific street. For more on what the area is like, have a look at the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with SPAR and Jumbo just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort and Sint Adelbertusschool are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Nassaulaan, and Alphega Apotheek Kruisinga is nearby for prescriptions. Bus stops at Kanaalkade and Nassaulaan are within a short walk, served by lines 4, 10, 123, 129, 160, 162, 350, N50 and N60, plus lines 8, 9, 163 and 167. Alkmaar train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Alkmaar offers all the amenities you would expect from a city of this size, and you can read more about the municipality of Alkmaar if you want to know more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €544,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 36% below this valuation. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 34%, from €405,000 to €544,000. As for address-level risk indications, these are area-level figures rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is relevant given the property was built before 1970. Noise from road traffic, rail and aircraft is measured below the relevant standards. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to rise by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is offered via ECHT Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Breedstraat 16L, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 36% below the WOZ value of €544,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price also sits 21% below the average asking price of €441,212 for homes in this neighbourhood.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 126 m². The property has a volume of 362 m³.
What energy label does this home have?
The home has an energy label B. This is an efficient label, which means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is a general indication and does not say anything about the specific condition of the property.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The property was built in 1800, which is before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone for buildings constructed before that year.
What shops and schools are nearby?
Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with SPAR and Jumbo just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort and Sint Adelbertusschool are both within a short walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Nassaulaan, and Alphega Apotheek Kruisinga is nearby for prescriptions.
How is the public transport from this location?
Bus stops at Kanaalkade and Nassaulaan are within a short walk, served by lines 4, 10, 123, 129, 160, 162, 350, N50 and N60, plus lines 8, 9, 163 and 167. Alkmaar train station is about a ten-minute walk away.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.92, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a great neighbourhood that feels like city and village in one. Another mentions that all shops are nearby and that it is possible to walk to the train station. These reviews describe the district as a whole.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this property rose by 34%, from €405,000 to €544,000. The most recent valuation, set on 1 January 2025, is €544,000. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not the same as the current market value.
