A sunny terrace by the park
This first-floor portiekflat sits on the edge of a park in Oosterhout, a quiet pocket of Alkmaar where the streets are lined with post-war housing. The apartment is one of the cheapest options in the area, with a price that sits 29% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €389,250. It is also the least expensive of the eight homes currently for sale in this part of town. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Alkmaar is higher than what this home asks, making it a relatively accessible entry point.
Inside the flat
The home has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, spread across a single floor. The living area measures 56 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 57 m². The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler, and the property comes with a sunny terrace. It is located on the third floor of the building, and the leasehold is municipal property with an annual fee of €790, expiring on 31 December 2034. The homeowners' association fee is €20,200 per year.
Life in Oosterhout
Residents of the wider district, which includes Overdie, give their area an average score of 6.38 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the neighbourhood as unpleasant, mentioning distrust among neighbours, noise day and night, and litter around the underground waste containers. Another says it feels unsafe in the evenings. A third resident calls it a deprived neighbourhood with little police presence and street violence. These are the views of a handful of people, so they offer a glimpse rather than a full picture. The neighbourhood itself has around 945 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away, with a SPAR a bit further. For schools, PCC Oosterhout is a five-minute walk, and the primary school De Wegwijzer is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Noordhof is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Alphega Apotheek de Eenhoorn is nearby. Bus stops on the Koelmalaan and Asselijnstraat, served by lines 8 and 163, are within a couple of minutes' walk, and Alkmaar train station is about 2.2 km away. The municipality of the municipality of Alkmaar covers all of this.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €249,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 53%, from €163,000 in 2020 to €249,000 in 2025. As for the area, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level signal based on the fact that the building dates from 1960 and sits on peat soil. The climate risk for pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk, while heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Pinedo Makelaardij on Vastgoed Nederland and Funda.
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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 Stalpaertstraat 41, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €249,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 53%, from €163,000 in 2020 to €249,000 in 2025. This comparison is factual and does not imply that the price is too high or too low.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 56 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 57 m². The home is located on the third floor of the building and comes with a sunny terrace. The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the leasehold situation?
The property is municipal leasehold, with an annual fee of €790. The leasehold ends on 31 December 2034. This means the land is not owned outright but is leased from the municipality. The annual fee is stated in the listing, and the end date is given. No further details about the leasehold terms are provided.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1960 on peat soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is given as medium, without further specification.
What are the noise levels like around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 25 dB Lden, and from air traffic 38 dB Lden, all measured in 2022 or 2023. None of these exceed the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is the Albert Heijn, about 450 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The Lidl is slightly further, at around 480 metres. A SPAR is about 835 metres away, and an AH XL is about 1.2 km from the home. These distances are approximate and based on the nearest locations listed.
What schools are near this apartment?
PCC Oosterhout, a secondary school, is about 413 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The primary school De Wegwijzer is about 498 metres away, and another primary school, Matthias, is about 619 metres away. There are also special education schools nearby, including Spinaker SO Alkmaar and De Alk.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stops are on Koelmalaan and Asselijnstraat, both about 200 metres away, served by lines 8 and 163. Another stop on Melis Stokelaan, served by line 9, is about 370 metres away. Alkmaar train station is about 2.2 km from the home. No travel times or destinations are specified.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the wider district, which includes Overdie, give an average score of 6.38 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the area as unpleasant, with noise and litter. Another says it feels unsafe in the evenings. A third calls it deprived, with little police presence. These are individual opinions, not a comprehensive assessment.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms. As a result, the layout of the home is not described. The agent does mention the living area, the presence of a sunny terrace, and the leasehold situation. The absence of these details means the full layout is not known from the listing.
