Geesterduinweg 150

The rent of €1,895 is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €1,610, but the apartment is also 28% larger than the typical rental in Molendijk (118 m² vs 92 m²). The median rent in the area is exactly €1,895, so it is in line with the top end of the local market. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space.

Molendijk is a reasonably quiet neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. One resident describes it as 'reasonably okay' but notes that the complex is not included in planned renovations, and mentions poor insulation and mould issues. The area has a strong urban feel and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes. The police are said to be quick to respond when needed.

The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it feasible to commute to Alkmaar or Amsterdam without a car.

Vomar is just 27 metres away, so you can practically roll out of bed and grab your groceries. Albert Heijn is 182 metres away, and there are also Ekoplaza and Dekamarkt within about 600 metres.

Yes, several primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Vrije school Castricum (234 m), Kindcentrum Helmgras (490 m) and Basisschool De Kustlijn (518 m). There is also a secondary school, Supreme College, at 595 m.

The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age (built in 1987). It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-of-the-line. You can expect moderate energy costs, but the resident review mentions poor insulation, so it is worth checking the actual condition.

One resident reports that the complex is easy to access for burglaries and is prone to break-ins, though the police are quick to respond. The neighbourhood itself has 147 total crimes per year, which is moderate. You may want to consider additional security measures.