Houtstraat 1
Centrum Haven Zuid, Almere
NeighbourhoodA bright apartment in Almere Haven
This apartment on Houtstraat sits in the heart of Almere Haven, a part of town with a relaxed, village-like feel. The home itself is spacious, with a floor area well above what you typically find in the neighbourhood. At €1,600 per month, the rent is on the high side compared with the local average, but the extra space helps explain that. For context, apartments in Almere generally come in at a lower price per square metre.
The Centrum Haven Zuid neighbourhood
The Centrum Haven Zuid neighbourhood is a compact area with a strong sense of community. The population skews older, with a large share of residents aged 65 and over, and most households are single people. It is a quiet, established part of Almere Haven, where daily life moves at a gentle pace. The mix of ages and household types gives the streets a settled, neighbourly character.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and a couple of other options are within a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Basisschool De Ark, is a short stroll away, while the secondary school OSG De Meergronden is practically on your doorstep. A park or green space is a five-minute walk, and a restaurant is just around the corner for an easy evening out. The municipality of Almere offers plenty beyond the immediate area as well.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Openbare Makelaardij.
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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 Houtstraat 1, Almere
Is €1,600 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent sits above the neighbourhood average of €1,503 and the median of €1,400. However, the floor area of 117 m² is 46% larger than the average rental in the area, which typically measures around 80 m². So you are paying more, but you are also getting considerably more space than most nearby rentals.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is officially registered as having a very efficient energy performance. In practice, you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with homes with less efficient labels.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 5.6 km away. That is a manageable distance if you commute by train, though you would likely need a bike or car to get there comfortably. The neighbourhood itself is well served by local amenities within walking distance.
What is the neighbourhood like demographically?
Centrum Haven Zuid has around 965 residents, with a notable share of older people: 53% are aged 65 or over. Most households are single-person (54%), and only 12% are families with children. It is a quiet, mature neighbourhood rather than a bustling family area.
What amenities are close by?
A Vomar supermarket is just 218 metres away, and a restaurant is only 100 metres from the door. The secondary school OSG De Meergronden is 183 metres away, and a park or green space is 300 metres off. Daily shopping and a bite to eat are both within easy reach.
How does the rent compare per square metre?
At €1,600 for 117 m², the price works out to roughly €13.68 per square metre. That is below the neighbourhood average of €15.02 per m². So while the total rent is above average, the larger floor area means you are getting a better rate per square metre than most nearby rentals.
Statistics for Centrum Haven Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €389,500 | €389,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,328 | – |
| Rent price | €1,503 p/m | €1,400 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €15 p/m | – |
Experiences from Centrum Almere Haven
How residents experience their district
The centre has become run-down It would be nice if it got people and cooperation from the housing association and municipalities
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €469,833 | €469,833 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,277 | – |
| Rent price | €1,634 p/m | €1,572 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Almere
How residents experience their municipality
We lived here very pleasantly for 23 years and because our house became too big for us, given our age, we bought a smaller home. This neighbourhood is characterised by a number of favourable factors: little turnover of residents, people are quite neighbourhood-minded and have excellent contacts with each other. Helpful, annual neighbourhood BBQ, quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery. Schools within walking distance, station and buses likewise as well as shops. Within five minutes you are on the motorway and with the A6 and A27 around the corner you can reach all directions. If someone were to ask me whether it's nice to live here, I would answer without hesitation with a firm YES.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood, neat neighbourhood and a primary school is coming nearby
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything within reach and full of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIWith 3 schools in the neighbourhood. Lots of playgrounds, a good supermarket and enough cycling and walking paths that connect you to bus stops, it is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood. Within 3 minutes on the motorway and not far from Amsterdam.
Auto-translated to English by AIMostly elderly people with families live here, so many young people who still go to school and like to cause a bit of a racket
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbours know each other, greet each other, help each other and look out for each other, nice feeling
Auto-translated to English by AIMany lovely people who care about each other, friendly neighbours. People are ready with a listening ear but also with a helping hand.
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Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Almere
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €548,918 | €527,390 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,778 | – |
| Rent price | €1,744 p/m | €1,745 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
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Houtstraat 1, Almere
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