A city apartment with a lively backdrop
This apartment sits on Gedempte Nieuwesloot in the heart of Alkmaar, where the streets hum with daily life and the canals frame the old town. It is a home for those who like their surroundings close at hand, with shops, cafés and the market square all within easy reach. The asking price is €439,500. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Alkmaar sits at €487,671, while the median here is €412,500.
Inside the home
The apartment spans three floors and offers six rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 82 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 80 m². It comes with a French balcony, double glazing and a central heating boiler, and is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €88. Built in 1920, the property carries an energy label B, which is an efficient label.
The Binnenstad-West neighbourhood
Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 8.92, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen", noting the new influx of residents and the friendly atmosphere. Another says it is a "great neighbourhood typical Alkmaar feels like city and village in one", while a third appreciates that "all shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours". The neighbourhood counts around 3,020 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 63 percent. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza supermarket is on your doorstep, with a SPAR just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort is a five-minute walk, and the Murmellius Gymnasium for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Nassaulaan, a five-minute walk, and the Alphega Apotheek Kruisinga pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus stop Alkmaar, Kanaalkade is a couple of streets away, served by lines 4, 10, 123, 129, 160, 162, 350, N50 and N60, and Alkmaar train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Alkmaar offers a compact urban setting, as described in the municipality of Alkmaar.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €360,000 as of the reference date 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 22 percent above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33 percent, from €270,000 to €360,000. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 33 dB Lden and from air traffic 37 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data, since the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding indication is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is medium, all as area-level indications.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including HAL Makelaardij and other listings. The agent is HAL Makelaardij.
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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 Gedempte Nieuwesloot 71B, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €439,500 is 22 percent above the WOZ value of €360,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference is a factual comparison, and the market will determine what the home ultimately sells for.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment spans three floors and includes six rooms in total, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 82 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 80 m². There is a French balcony, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €88.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home also has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, not a statement about its structural condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the entire postal code area falls within a KCAF attention zone for pre-1970 construction. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise levels at this address are all below the relevant standards. Road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, rail traffic noise is 33 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 37 dB Lden, based on 2022 and 2023 data. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood and heat risk for this location?
The pluvial flooding indication is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of flooding from heavy rain. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. The heat stress indication is medium now, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is just 49 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. A SPAR is 254 metres away, and a Jumbo is 348 metres away, both within a short walk. There is also an Aldi at 453 metres. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
How far is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort, at 494 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. Sint Adelbertusschool is at 519 metres, and Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Kring is at 629 metres. For secondary education, Murmellius Gymnasium is at 682 metres, all within a ten-minute walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Alkmaar, Kanaalkade, at 216 metres, served by lines 4, 10, 123, 129, 160, 162, 350, N50 and N60. Alkmaar train station is 853 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good access to both local and regional transport.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.92, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen", noting the friendly atmosphere and new residents. Another says it is a "great neighbourhood typical Alkmaar feels like city and village in one", and a third appreciates that "all shops are nearby, possibility to walk to the train station, nice neighbours".
