Binnenstad-Oost, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Huigbrouwerstraat sits right in the middle of Alkmaar's historic centre, with the cheese market and canals just a stroll away. At 94 m² it feels generous for a city-centre rental, and the B energy label means heating costs should be manageable. The rent of €2,200 is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €1,496, so it is on the high side compared to other rentals in the area. For context, you can see how this compares to other apartments in Alkmaar.
Binnenstad-Oost is the eastern part of the old centre, a dense urban area with a mix of historic buildings and modern flats. The neighbourhood has 3,325 residents, mostly singles and couples, over half of households are one-person. It is a young area, with the largest age group between 25 and 45. The streets are lively, with restaurants and cafes just around the corner. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on statistics. To get a broader feel, you can read more about the Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood.
Daily life here is very walkable. For groceries, Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, SPAR is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk. For primary schools, Sint Adelbertusschool and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort are both a couple of streets away. Secondary school PCC Het Lyceum is a ten-minute walk. The train station is a 15-minute walk, and the city centre with its shops, markets and restaurants is literally steps away. For more on the wider area, have a look at the municipality of Alkmaar.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Pinedo Makelaardij and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Huigbrouwerstraat 3C, Alkmaar
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
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About Huigbrouwerstraat 3C, Alkmaar
The rent is €2,200, which is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €1,496. That puts it on the high side for Binnenstad-Oost, but the apartment is also larger than average at 94 m². Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the central location and the generous floor area.
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label B is quite efficient, so you can expect reasonable energy costs compared to older or less efficient homes. The label does not tell you about the specific insulation or heating system, but it is a good sign for running costs.
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. Alkmaar station has direct connections to Amsterdam, Haarlem and other cities, making it convenient for commuters.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Ekoplaza is 242 m away, SPAR is 283 m, and Jumbo is 535 m. For daily shopping, you have options just around the corner.
The neighbourhood recorded 352 total crimes in the latest data, but without a breakdown or comparison it is hard to judge. The area is a busy city centre, so some level of activity is normal. You can check local crime maps for more detail.
Primary schools include Sint Adelbertusschool (371 m) and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort (427 m). For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is 601 m away. All are within a comfortable walking distance.
The floor area is 94 m², but without room details you would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for the layout.
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