A quiet apartment in Bakkum-Zuid
This rental apartment on Prof. Winklerlaan sits in a peaceful, green part of Castricum. The neighbourhood is wonderfully quiet, with residents describing it as cosy and safe. At €544 per month, the rent was in line with the market for a home of this size. For more context, you can compare it with other apartments in Castricum. This home has not been online since 21 August 2026.
The Bakkum-Zuid neighbourhood
Residents appreciate the tranquillity and greenery here. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy. Everyone knows each other." Another notes: "Lots of green, quiet neighbourhood." A third adds: "Friendly neighbourhood, but there aren't many services nearby." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.5 out of 10. The area is home to many families and older residents, with a mix of households. You can read more about the Bakkum-Zuid neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarkets are a couple of streets away, with Dekamarkt and Ekoplaza both within a short walk. Schools are also close by, with Basisschool Cunera just around the corner and Basisschool Montessori a five-minute walk away. For secondary education, Vonk Castricum is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park is on your doorstep. The municipality of Castricum offers a range of amenities, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Castricum.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Prof. Winklerlaan 173, Castricum
Was €544 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €544 per month was in line with the market for a 53 m² apartment in this area. The neighbourhood housing market shows that rental properties here are typically let within about 34 days, which suggests a steady demand. However, the exact comparison depended on the condition and features of the home, which were not detailed in the listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting or exploring the region. The neighbourhood was quiet and green, but public transport connections were not detailed in the listing.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
The nearest supermarkets are Dekamarkt at 1.1 km and Ekoplaza at 1.2 km, both within a short walk. Aldi is at 1.3 km, SPAR at 1.4 km, and Albert Heijn at 1.6 km. For daily groceries, you have several options within a couple of streets away.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool Cunera is 485 m away, just around the corner, and Basisschool Montessori is 837 m away, about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Vonk Castricum is 970 m away, and Supreme College is 1.1 km. There are also other schools within 5 km, giving you a good choice.
Is the neighbourhood safe?
Residents describe the neighbourhood as friendly and safe. One review says: "Friendly neighbourhood, but there aren't many services nearby." The total number of crimes reported in the area is 66, which is relatively low for a neighbourhood of this size. The overall review score is 7.5 out of 10.
