Polenstraat 148
Europakwartier West-Noord, Almere
AreaA modern apartment in Europakwartier W.-Noord
This apartment on Polenstraat 148 sits in Europakwartier W.-Noord, a corner of Almere where the streets are quiet and the pace of life feels relaxed. Built in 2008, it is a relatively young home with an A energy label, which is an efficient label. The asking price of €315,000 is in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average. That average asking price in the area is €436,696, and this home sits 28% below it, though the price per square metre is higher than the neighbourhood norm. For context, apartments in Almere vary widely in price and size.
What the home offers
The living area is 57 m² according to the BAG registration, which is 39% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 94 m². The agent does not list any further details about the layout, rooms, or outdoor space in this listing. The home was built in 2008 and carries an energy label A, meaning it is an efficient label. No information is given about the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, or whether there is a garden or balcony.
Life in Europakwartier W.-Noord
Residents across the municipality of Almere give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 77 reviews. One resident describes the area as "very nice and family friendly", while another who lived there for 23 years mentions "little turnover of residents, people are quite neighbourhood-minded and have excellent contacts with each other". The same resident notes "quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery" and that schools, the station, buses and shops are all within walking distance. A third resident calls it a "good, neat neighbourhood" and mentions a primary school coming nearby. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,510 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more detail, see the Europakwartier W.-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a PLUS supermarket a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Medi-Mere Poort, is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Vizier pharmacy is just around the corner. For schools, International School Almere and De Kleine Wereld primary school are both just around the corner. Public transport is well within reach: bus stop Almere Poort, Middenkant is a five-minute walk and serves lines 34, M4, 329 and N22. Almere Poort train station is a ten-minute walk away. The Flevoziekenhuis hospital is further out,. This all sits within the municipality of Almere.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €298,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €315,000 is 6% above that WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. As for the area around the address, the noise level from road traffic is 44 dB Lden, which stays below the norm, and aircraft noise is similar at 44 dB Lden. Railway noise, however, is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm. The foundation risk indication for this area is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, the current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including DAAN Makelaardij B.V. and DAAN Makelaardij B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Polenstraat 148, Almere
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €315,000, while the WOZ value is €298,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price sits 6% above the WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation and does not necessarily reflect the current market value. The price verdict for this home is that it is in line with the market, based on a comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home was built in 2008, which is a relatively recent construction year. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 57 m² according to the BAG registration. This is 39% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 94 m². The price per square metre is €5,526, based on the BAG floor area. The agent does not provide any additional details about the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space in this listing.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 44 dB Lden, which is below the norm. Aircraft noise is also 44 dB Lden, also below the norm. Railway noise, however, is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The climate data also shows pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, the current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 363 metres, which is just around the corner. A PLUS supermarket is at 890 metres, a couple of streets away. There is also another Albert Heijn at 1.1 km and a SPAR express at 1.4 km. In total, there are 17 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
What schools are nearby?
International School Almere, a secondary school, is at 226 metres, just around the corner. De Kleine Wereld primary school is at 241 metres, also just around the corner. Arte College secondary school is at 435 metres, and Aeres VMBO Almere at 749 metres. There are 43 schools within 5 km of this address.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Almere Poort, Middenkant at 458 metres, a five-minute walk, serving lines 34, M4, 329 and N22. Almere Poort train station is at 700 metres, about a ten-minute walk. There are additional bus stops at Homeruskwartier Oost and Europakwartier Oost within 640 metres. The station provides rail connections from the area.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Almere give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 77 reviews. One resident calls it "very nice and family friendly", while another mentions "little turnover of residents, people are quite neighbourhood-minded" and "quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery". A third resident describes it as a "good, neat neighbourhood". These reviews describe the wider municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state details about the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating installations, or ownership details. As a result, the description of the home itself is limited to the living area, construction year, and energy label.
