Binnenstad-Oost, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hekelstraat 1A sits right in the lively centre of Alkmaar. Built in 1928 and with an A+ energy label, it combines character with modern efficiency. At €295,000, the asking price is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €463,444, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Alkmaar.
Binnenstad-Oost is the historic core of Alkmaar, with a very high density of addresses (4,092 per km²). The area is home to many singles (1,065 one-person households) and a mix of ages, with the largest group between 25 and 45. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a vibrant urban setting. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Oost is known for its compact, walkable streets.
Daily errands are easy: a SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Aldi are a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick lunch, the restaurant is on your doorstep. Families have several primary schools within walking distance, such as Sint Adelbertusschool (a five-minute walk) and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort. The municipality Alkmaar offers a full range of amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Zicht Makelaars B.V. (NVM).
Details of this home
Hekelstraat 1A, Alkmaar
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
29 within 5 km
66 within 5 km
About Hekelstraat 1A, Alkmaar
The asking price of €295,000 is 36% below the average asking price in Binnenstad-Oost (€463,444) and also below the median of €434,750. Given the 88 m² floor area and A+ energy label, the price per m² works out at about €3,352, which is well under the neighbourhood average of €5,202 per m². So it is priced keenly compared to other homes in the area.
This apartment has an energy label A+, which is the highest efficiency rating. Only 8% of homes for sale in Binnenstad-Oost have this label. It means low energy costs and a warm, well-insulated home. The label is a strong plus for both comfort and long-term value.
Alkmaar train station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. From there you can reach Amsterdam, Haarlem and other cities. The station is well connected for commuters.
A SPAR supermarket is 158 metres away, and Ekoplaza and Aldi are within 500 metres. For primary education, Sint Adelbertusschool is 507 metres away and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort is 589 metres. Secondary school PCC Het Lyceum is 728 metres away. Everything is within easy walking distance.
In the most recent data, Binnenstad-Oost recorded 352 total crimes. As a city centre, it has a higher density of people and activity, which can influence crime figures. It is always a good idea to visit the area at different times to get a feel for the atmosphere.
The neighbourhood has a high proportion of one-person households (1,065 out of 1,965 households) and a large 25-45 age group (1,145 residents). Many homes are owner-occupied (48%), and the area attracts people who value a central, urban lifestyle. Families with children make up about 340 households.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Oost
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