A modern apartment in Oud-Overdie
This apartment on Hooftstraat sits in Oud-Overdie, a neighbourhood with a mix of older and newer housing. Built in 2011, it has an A energy label, which is the most efficient rating, so heating costs should be modest. At €1,150 per month, the rent is in line with what you would expect for a 95 m² apartment in this part of Alkmaar. For context, you can compare it with other apartments in Alkmaar.
The Oud-Overdie neighbourhood
Oud-Overdie is a mixed area, and residents have shared contrasting views. One resident describes it as a "nare buurt" with distrust and noise, while another calls it a "deprived neighbourhood" with litter and anti-social behaviour. A third resident notes that "too many immigrants are moving in, causing a lot of problems," though they also recall it as "a nice working-class neighbourhood" in the past. Based on four reviews, the average score is 5.84 out of 10, so opinions are divided. The area has a large share of single-person households, and many homes are social housing. For more detail, see the Oud-Overdie neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, a SPAR is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn and a Lidl are both within a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias, is right on your doorstep, and there are several other primary and secondary schools a short walk away. The train station is about 2.4 km from the home, so a bike ride or bus trip is needed for rail connections. The municipality of Alkmaar provides the usual urban amenities, and you can read more about the municipality of Alkmaar.
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About Hooftstraat 147, Alkmaar
Is €1,150 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,150 per month for a 95 m² apartment with an A energy label is in line with what you would expect in this part of Alkmaar. The home was built in 2011, so it is relatively modern. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, and the rent reflects the size and efficiency of the property.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient properties. The label is an official registration, so it provides a reliable indication of the home's energy performance.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, just 234 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. There are also an Albert Heijn and a Lidl within about 900 metres, which is a ten-minute walk. For a wider choice, there are 30 supermarkets within 5 km of the home.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias, is just 26 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. Other primary schools, such as Sint Adelbertusschool, are within a short walk. For secondary education, PCC Oosterhout and PCC Het Lyceum are both about 650 metres away.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 2.4 km from the apartment. That is a reasonable bike ride, or you could take a bus.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents have mixed views. One review mentions noise and litter, while another describes anti-social behaviour and a lack of police presence. A third resident recalls it as a former working-class neighbourhood but notes recent changes. The average score from four reviews is 5.84 out of 10, so it is a divided area.
