Overdie-West, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Huibert Pootlaan sits in a quiet part of Overdie-West, a residential pocket of Alkmaar. At €259,000, it's the cheapest of the seven homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and 37% below the average asking price of €413,643, a keen entry point into the local market. The floor area of 68 m² is 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m², so you're trading space for affordability. For context, apartments in Alkmaar typically command higher prices, making this a relatively accessible option.
Overdie-West is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of pre-1970 housing (78% built between 1945 and 1970) and a fairly even split between single-family homes and apartments. Around 60% of homes are owner-occupied, and the area feels lived-in rather than flashy. The population is diverse in age, with a notable share of 25-to-45-year-olds and a fair number of older residents. Urbanity is strong, 2,313 addresses per km², so you're never far from a shop or a bus stop. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a practical, well-connected suburb. The Overdie-West neighbourhood is a short cycle from Alkmaar's centre.
For your morning bread run, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. A larger AH XL is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are on your doorstep: Openbare Basisschool De Fontein and Basisschool De Stek. For secondary education, PCC Oosterhout is a five-minute walk. A GP is 500 m away, and a park or public garden is within a five-minute walk. The train station is 3 km away, a short cycle or bus ride. The municipality of Alkmaar offers further amenities like a library and restaurants within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Makelares, Pararius and Funda. The energy label is D, which means moderate efficiency, heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme. The apartment was built in 1964, so expect some character and potential for updates.
Details of this home
Huibert Pootlaan 8, Alkmaar
Data from Overdie-West
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27 within 5 km
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About Huibert Pootlaan 8, Alkmaar
At €259,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Overdie-West and 37% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €413,643. However, the floor area of 68 m² is also 35% smaller than the average of 105 m². Compared to similar apartments in Alkmaar, the price per m² works out at roughly €3,809, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,084 per m². So it's priced keenly for its size.
Overdie-West is a moderately urban area with a mix of pre-1970 housing and a balanced population. Around 60% of homes are owner-occupied, and the area has a strong sense of community. It's well connected with shops, schools and a GP within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a higher proportion of one-person households (about 25%) and a fair number of families with children. Crime figures are moderate, with 159 total offences recorded.
The nearest train station is 3 km from the apartment. That's about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride. Alkmaar's city centre is also within easy reach by bike.
Lidl is 221 m away, Albert Heijn is 255 m, and AH XL is 559 m. For organic options, Ekoplaza is 1.6 km away. So daily groceries are very convenient on foot.
Primary schools include Openbare Basisschool De Fontein (175 m), Basisschool De Stek (267 m), and Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Wegwijzer (427 m). For secondary education, PCC Oosterhout is 447 m away. There's also a special education school, De Alk, at 197 m.
The energy label is D. This means the home has moderate energy efficiency. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a more modern home, but it's not the worst, about 44% of homes in the neighbourhood have a label D or lower. Insulation and heating systems may need attention.
Currently, there are 7 homes for sale in Overdie-West, with prices ranging from €259,000 to €700,000. The average asking price is €413,643, and the median is €389,500. This apartment is the most affordable option.
Homes that sold recently in Overdie-West took an average of 36 days to sell. That's a fairly brisk pace, suggesting reasonable demand. The average sold price was €351,120, which is below the current average asking price.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Overdie-West
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