Justus van Effenstraat 85

The asking price of €389,500 matches the median sale price in Overdie-West exactly, so it is in line with the market. However, the apartment is 76 m², which is 28% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m². Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €351,120, but those were larger on average. The A+ energy label adds value because it keeps energy costs low.

This apartment has an A+ energy label, which is the best possible rating. Only 11% of homes for sale in Overdie-West have A+ or A labels, so this is a very efficient property. You can expect low heating and electricity bills, and the home is well insulated. The label is based on the building's construction in 2000, which already meets modern standards.

Overdie-West is a quiet, residential area with a mix of ages and household types. About 40% of residents live alone, and a quarter are families with children. The housing stock is mostly from the 1945-1970 period, with a mix of terraced houses and flats. There is a park within a five-minute walk, and the area feels safe and green. Crime figures are moderate, and local shops are close by.

Alkmaar train station is 3 km from the apartment, which is about a 7-minute drive or a 15-minute bike ride. The station offers direct trains to Amsterdam, Haarlem and other cities.

Several primary schools are within walking distance: De Wegwijzer (277 m), De Fontein (546 m) and De Stek (605 m). For secondary education, PCC Oosterhout is 721 m away. There is also a special education school, De Alk, at 258 m. All are within a ten-minute walk or less.

Yes, two supermarkets are just around the corner: Lidl at 462 m and Albert Heijn at 489 m. For a larger selection, AH XL is 871 m away, about a ten-minute walk. There are also SPAR and Ekoplaza within a couple of kilometres.

At the time of writing, there are 7 apartments for sale in Overdie-West, with prices ranging from €259,000 to €700,000. The average price per m² is €4,084, and the median price is €389,500, exactly the same as this apartment's asking price. Recently, 25 homes sold in the area, taking an average of 36 days to sell.