A new apartment on the water
This apartment sits on the Noorderkade in Overstad, a neighbourhood in Alkmaar that is being reshaped with new housing. Built in 2023, it is part of the recent wave of construction here, and it is offered for €495,000. That asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Alkmaar, which currently sits around €516,000.
Inside the home
The apartment covers one floor on the fourth storey, with three rooms including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 79 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 80 m². It has a balcony, and the agent describes the setting as on the water and in the centre. The home is fully insulated, heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout, and it comes with full ownership. The energy label is A++, an efficient label. There is a homeowners' association fee of €124.59 per month.
Overstad and its residents
Overstad is a compact neighbourhood with around 890 residents, and it is very densely built. Across the Overstad neighbourhood, residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give an average score of 7.54 based on 44 reviews. One resident says: "Gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen" and describes a lively mix of new arrivals. Another resident is far less positive, mentioning distrust, noise and street litter. The reviews clearly differ, so it is worth reading them yourself.
Daily life and transport
For groceries, the SPAR is just around the corner, with an Aldi a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Sint Adelbertusschool, is a ten-minute walk, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nassaulaan is at a similar distance. The pharmacy Alphega Apotheek Kruisinga is a five-minute walk. Bus stops at Zaagmolenstraat and Kanaalkade are both just around the corner, with lines 4 and N50 among those serving the area. Alkmaar train station is a ten-minute walk, and the hospital is nearby too. The municipality of Alkmaar offers these amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 60 dB Lden, while rail and aircraft noise remain below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though 33% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050, while heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via three channels, all through Rietgans. Makelaars in exclusief wonen, including on Funda.
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About Noorderkade 5H, Alkmaar
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €495,000. The average asking price for apartments in Alkmaar is around €516,000, so this home is priced above that average. The price per square metre is €6,188 based on the agent's listed living area of 80 m².
How many rooms and bedrooms does the apartment have?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the fourth floor and covers a single level. The living area is 79 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 80 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also states the home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout.
Is there a balcony and what is the ownership situation?
Yes, the agent states there is a balcony. The home is offered with full ownership, meaning there is no ground lease. There is a homeowners' association fee of €124.59 per month. The agent describes the setting as on the water and in the centre.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. As a result, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made here. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing information provided.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level risk data, road traffic noise at this address is 60 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 37 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications at area level, not measurements of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. However, the data notes that 33% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific apartment.
What are the flood and heat risks at this location?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, and the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from climate data, not an assessment of this particular home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at 160 metres, just around the corner. An Aldi is at 201 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 367 metres. A Jumbo is at 545 metres, and another SPAR is at 704 metres. In total, there are 27 supermarkets within five kilometres.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stops are Alkmaar, Zaagmolenstraat at 236 metres and Alkmaar, Kanaalkade at 238 metres. The Kanaalkade stop is served by lines 4, 10, 123, 129, 160, 162, 350, N50 and N60. Alkmaar train station is at 962 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give an average score of 7.54 based on 44 reviews. One resident describes a lively neighbourhood with young families, while another mentions noise and distrust. The reviews are mixed, so it is worth reading them in full to get a balanced picture.
What schools are near this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Sint Adelbertusschool at 809 metres, followed by Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort at 846 metres. For secondary education, Vonk Alkmaar is at 856 metres. There are 69 schools within five kilometres, so there are plenty of options.
