A social rental apartment on Haringvliet
This is a social housing apartment on Haringvliet in Alkmaar, a street in the De Horn-Zuid neighbourhood. At €721 per month, the rent is set within the social housing sector, which keeps it below market levels for a 66 m² home. For context, this price is in line with what you would expect for a social rental in this part of the city, and it sits comfortably against the wider supply of apartments in Alkmaar.
De Horn-Zuid
De Horn-Zuid is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong social housing presence, and residents give it an average score of 7.18 out of 10 based on five reviews. One resident says: "All facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest." Another notes: "Very nice neighbours, good contact. Nice by the water." The reviews also mention some downsides, including litter and noise from young people. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a quarter of residents over 65 and a similar share between 45 and 65, so it is not a single-age community. This is the De Horn-Zuid neighbourhood as it stands today.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Jumbo is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. A couple of streets further, the Dekamarkt and Lidl are both within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Oecumenische school SBO de Vlindertuin is a couple of streets away, and the 1e Montessorischool Alkmaar is just beyond that. Secondary pupils can reach CSG Jan Arentsz within a five-minute walk. The train station is 2.2 km away, which is a manageable distance for commuting. This is all part of the municipality of Alkmaar, where the amenities are spread across the city.
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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.
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About Haringvliet 54, Alkmaar
Is €721 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €721 per month is set within the social housing sector, which means it is capped by national rules. For a 66 m² apartment in De Horn-Zuid, this is a standard social rent level. The neighbourhood has a large share of social housing, so the price reflects the sector's norms rather than the open market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home in terms of energy performance, though it does not say anything specific about the insulation or heating system. You can expect moderate energy costs compared to homes with lower labels.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 2.2 km away from Haringvliet 54. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or bus rather than on foot. The exact travel time depends on your route and mode of transport, but it is a straightforward trip from the neighbourhood.
What do residents say about living in De Horn-Zuid?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.18 out of 10. One resident says: "All facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest." Another mentions: "Very nice neighbours, good contact. Nice by the water." The reviews also note issues with litter and noise from young people, so it is a mixed picture.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
De Horn-Zuid has about 3,240 residents. The age spread is fairly even, with 24% between 25 and 45, 25% between 45 and 65, and 24% aged 65 or older. Around 41% of households are single-person, and 31% are families with children. This makes it a diverse area with a mix of ages and household types.
Are there supermarkets and schools within walking distance?
Yes, the Jumbo is 427 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is 578 metres. For schools, the Oecumenische school SBO de Vlindertuin is 454 metres, and the 1e Montessorischool Alkmaar is 484 metres. Secondary education is available at CSG Jan Arentsz, which is 519 metres away. All of these are within a short walk.
