A social rental apartment in De Mare
This apartment on Laan van Bath 74 sits in De Mare, a neighbourhood in Alkmaar with a mix of ages and household types. At €512 per month, the rent is in line with what you would expect for a social housing property of this size. For context, apartments in Alkmaar generally command higher rents, so this one stands out as a more affordable option.
The De Mare neighbourhood
The De Mare neighbourhood has a strong presence of one-person households, making up 60% of the total, and a notable share of residents aged 65 and over. Based on three reviews, opinions are mixed. One resident says: "Pleasant neighbourhood to live in, often rubbish is dumped, people think that bulky waste is collected every day. Furthermore, occasionally some loitering youths by the bridges but I haven't been bothered by that yet." Another, who has lived here for 43 years, notes: "It used to be a cosy, friendly neighbourhood. Now you could lie dead in your house and no one would notice." A third simply says the area has "scandalously deteriorated" over four decades.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Vomar is just around the corner, with Lidl and Dekamarkt a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Stedelijk Dalton College Alkmaar is on your doorstep, while primary schools like Rooms Katholieke Basisschool 't Baeken and DURF are within a five-minute walk. The train station is about 2.7 km away, so a short cycle or bus ride gets you to the centre of Alkmaar. The municipality of Alkmaar offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
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About Laan van Bath 74, Alkmaar
Is €512 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €512 per month, this is a social housing rent, which is typically lower than market rates for a 52 m² apartment in Alkmaar. The neighbourhood housing market shows that one rental property was recently let, taking an average of 13 days. Given the size and the social housing designation, the rent appears in line with what you would expect for this type of home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance. A B label is relatively efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its energy efficiency rating.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
Vomar is just 222 metres away, so you can be there in a couple of minutes on foot. Lidl is 234 metres, Dekamarkt 283 metres, and Albert Heijn 362 metres. That means you have several options for daily groceries within a short walk, which is convenient for everyday shopping.
What schools are nearby?
Stedelijk Dalton College Alkmaar, a secondary school, is just 180 metres away. For primary education, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool 't Baeken is 433 metres, DURF is 478 metres, and 1e Montessorischool Alkmaar is 524 metres. All are within a comfortable walking distance, making the school run straightforward.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.7 km from the apartment. That is a short cycle or a brief bus ride, giving you easy access to rail connections from Alkmaar.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents have mixed views. One says it is a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in," though they mention rubbish dumping and occasional loitering youths. Another, who has lived there for 43 years, feels it has changed for the worse, saying "it used to be a cosy, friendly neighbourhood." A third describes it as having "scandalously deteriorated." The average score is 6.88 out of 10.
