A social rental flat in Overdie-Oost
This apartment on Graalstraat 66 sits in Overdie-Oost, a neighbourhood where the streets are lined with post-war housing and the pace of life feels unhurried. With a floor area of 54 m² and an energy label D, this is a practical home for someone starting out or scaling down. The rent of €572 per month is in line with what social housing in this part of Alkmaar typically asks. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Alkmaar.
Overdie-Oost through residents' eyes
Overdie-Oost is a mixed neighbourhood, and the three reviews on reflect that. One resident titled their review "Just okay" and mentioned feeling unsafe in the evenings, while another wrote "nice and safe neighbourhood" under the heading "foreign neighbourhood". A third simply said "Growing up". So experiences vary, and it is worth reading those reviews yourself. The neighbourhood counts around 3,250 residents, with a mix of families and single-person households. For more context, have a look at the Overdie-Oost neighbourhood page.
Daily life on Graalstraat
For daily shopping, Lidl and Albert Heijn are both just around the corner, so picking up bread or groceries is a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Wegwijzer, is on your doorstep, and there is also a secondary school a ten-minute walk away. The train station is 3.2 km from the flat, which is a manageable distance if you commute. The municipality of Alkmaar has more to offer in terms of amenities and services, as you can see on the municipality of Alkmaar page.
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About Graalstraat 66, Alkmaar
Is €572 per month a fair rent for this flat?
The rent of €572 per month is in line with what social housing in this part of Alkmaar typically asks. With a floor area of 54 m², the price per square metre comes to about €10.60, which is reasonable for a flat of this size in Overdie-Oost. The energy label D means you can expect moderate energy costs, so factor that into your monthly budget.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D, which is an official registration from EP-Online. It is a mid-range label, so the home is not the most efficient but also not the least. You can expect energy costs that are neither very low nor very high. The label does not tell you anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance.
How do residents describe the neighbourhood?
Residents have mixed views. One review titled "Just okay" mentions feeling unsafe in the evenings, while another titled "foreign neighbourhood" says it is a "nice and safe neighbourhood". A third simply says "Growing up". So it is a neighbourhood where experiences differ, and it is best to visit at different times of day to get your own sense of it.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Overdie-Oost has around 3,250 residents. About 45% of households are single-person, and 39% are families with children. The age spread is fairly even, with the largest group being 25 to 45-year-olds at 30%. It is a mixed neighbourhood with a bit of everything, which is reflected in the housing stock and the people who live there.
How far is the nearest supermarket and school?
Lidl and Albert Heijn are both about 500 metres away, so a five-minute walk for groceries. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Wegwijzer, is just 180 metres from the flat, and there is a secondary school about 715 metres away. For younger children, a daycare is also within walking distance at 300 metres.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this is a social housing rental, which means the rent is capped and the home is intended for households with a lower income. The rent of €572 per month is below the Dutch social housing threshold, so it is likely to be allocated through a waiting list or allocation system. You would need to check the specific requirements with the housing association.
