Binnenstad-West, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Kerkstraat sits right in the lively centre of Alkmaar. With 52 m² of living space, it's compact but well laid out. The energy label C means reasonable efficiency. At €325,000, the asking price is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €394,318, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Alkmaar.
Binnenstad-West is the historic core of Alkmaar, with narrow streets, canals and a bustling market square. It's a very urban area, the address density is among the highest in the country. Most residents live alone (1,265 single-person households), and the average household size is just 1.5. There are few families with children (235). The neighbourhood has a young feel: the largest age group is 25 to 45. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood Binnenstad-West.
Daily life here revolves around the city centre. For groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Kring (a five-minute walk) and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort (a ten-minute walk). The municipality Alkmaar offers all urban amenities, from restaurants (on your doorstep) to a library (a five-minute walk) and a park (just around the corner).
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hopman woonmakelaars Heiloo.
Details of this home
Kerkstraat 14, Alkmaar
Data from Binnenstad-West
Data from Binnenstad-West
31 within 5 km
68 within 5 km
About Kerkstraat 14, Alkmaar
The asking price of €325,000 is 18% below the average asking price in Binnenstad-West (€394,318) and also below the median of €350,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average (52 m² vs 76 m²). Given the central location and the price per m² (€6,250, which is above the neighbourhood average of €5,490), the price seems in line with the market.
The energy label is C. This means the home has reasonable insulation and energy efficiency. You can expect moderate energy costs, but not as low as with an A or B label. In the neighbourhood, about 36% of homes have label A or better, while 39% have label D or lower.
Alkmaar train station is about 1 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach Amsterdam in about 40 minutes.
Binnenstad-West is the historic centre of Alkmaar, very lively with shops, restaurants and a weekly cheese market. It's densely built and very urban. Most residents are singles or couples without children. The area has a high number of reported crimes (680 total), which is typical for a city centre.
Yes, Jumbo is just 227 metres away (a couple of streets), and Ekoplaza is 311 metres. SPAR and Aldi are also within walking distance. For daily shopping you're well covered.
There are several primary schools within a short walk: Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Kring (298 m) and Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort (469 m). For secondary education, Murmellius Gymnasium is 358 m away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-West
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