A social rental apartment on 't Hondsbosch
This is a social housing apartment on 't Hondsbosch in Alkmaar, let at €713 per month. That rent sits 65% below the neighbourhood average of €2,056, which makes it a keen price for the area. The home is part of the social housing stock, so it is let under the rules that apply to that sector. For context, the average rent for apartments in Alkmaar is higher than what this listing asks.
The Schermereiland en Omval neighbourhood
The Schermereiland en Omval neighbourhood is a residential area with a mix of ages: about a fifth of residents are 65 or older, while a similar share are under 25. Households here are often single people, making up 46% of the total, and the average household size is 1.9. The housing stock is split fairly evenly between owner-occupied and rental homes. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture below is based on CBS figures rather than local voices.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, a SPAR is just around the corner, with another SPAR a couple of streets away. An Ekoplaza, Albert Heijn and Aldi are all within a ten-minute walk. Families with children have a primary school nearby: Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias is a couple of streets away, and Sint Adelbertusschool is about a ten-minute walk. Secondary education is available at PCC Het Lyceum, also within walking distance. The train station is 2.3 km away, which is a manageable distance for commuters. The municipality of Alkmaar covers the wider area around this home.
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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 't Hondsbosch 15, Alkmaar
Is €713 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €713 is 65% below the neighbourhood average of €2,056, so it is on the low side for the area. The floor area of 71 m² is 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 109 m², which partly explains the lower price. As a social housing rental, the rent is set within the social sector limits, making it a keen price compared with other rentals in Schermereiland en Omval.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is registered as having a high level of energy performance, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at 282 metres, which is just around the corner. A second SPAR is at 605 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 809 metres. An Albert Heijn and an Aldi are both within about 900 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
What schools are near this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias at 347 metres, and Sint Adelbertusschool is at 742 metres. For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is at 866 metres. There are also special education options nearby, including Spinaker SO Alkmaar and Heliomare College Alkmaar, both within about 800 metres.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.3 km from this home. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or bus rather than on foot.
What kind of neighbourhood is Schermereiland en Omval?
Schermereiland en Omval is a residential neighbourhood with a mix of age groups. About 29% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 27% are between 45 and 65. Single-person households make up 46% of the total, and the average household size is 1.9. The housing stock is split between owner-occupied and rental homes, with a slight majority of owner-occupied properties.
