Overstad, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on Fabriekserf sits in the lively Overstad neighbourhood of Alkmaar. With 86 m² of floor space, it feels generous and open, and the A+ energy label means it's efficient to heat. The rent of €1,950 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Alkmaar, coming in 24% above the neighbourhood average of €1,575.
Overstad is a dense, city-centre area with a very strong urban feel (3,726 addresses per km²). The population is mixed: many singles and older residents, but also a fair number of families. One resident describes it as a "Nice city apartment" location, noting that "All shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours." The neighbourhood Overstad has a small housing stock of 274 homes, mostly flats, and a high proportion of owner-occupied properties.
For groceries, you have an Aldi just around the corner, a SPAR a couple of streets away, and an Ekoplaza and Jumbo within a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, obs Bello, is a ten-minute walk away, and secondary schools like Vonk Alkmaar and Murmellius Gymnasium are also within walking distance. The municipality Alkmaar offers plenty of restaurants and a park within a few minutes' walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Tel Vastgoedmanagement and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Fabriekserf 26, Alkmaar
Very good · 1 resident
All shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours
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About Fabriekserf 26, Alkmaar
The rent of €1,950 is 24% above the average for Overstad, where the average rent is €1,575 and the median is €1,625. The apartment is larger than average (86 m² vs 77 m²) and has an A+ energy label, which partly explains the premium. Whether it's fair depends on your budget and how much you value the extra space and efficiency.
Overstad is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It's home to a mix of singles, older residents, and some families. One resident says: "All shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours." The area has a residential feel with plenty of amenities within walking distance.
The train station is 1.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The resident review also mentions the possibility to walk to the station.
There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: an Aldi at 130 m, a SPAR at 337 m, an Ekoplaza at 342 m, and a Jumbo at 355 m. For daily shopping, you're well covered.
Yes, the apartment has an A+ energy label, which is very efficient. This means you can expect relatively low heating costs compared to older properties.
6 homes in the district Centrum