A bright apartment by the water
This apartment on Urkwal sits right on the water in Stedenwijk Midden-oost, a neighbourhood in Almere where the streets feel calm and the views open up. Built in 1984, the home has an A+ energy label, which is an efficient label. The asking price of €340,000 is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €343,545. For context, the wider market here shows a range of apartments in Almere with varying prices and sizes.
Inside the home
This apartment spans four floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is 83 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 84 square metres. You have a balcony, a sunny terrace, and a parking space plus a souterrain. The home is on the second floor, with full ownership, and comes with roof and wall insulation. Heating is via district heating, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €268.
Life in Stedenwijk Midden-oost
Residents of the district of Stedenwijk give their area an average score of 6.1, based on four reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a very cosy neighbourhood with very nice neighbours. It's also close to the city, which is nice, and there are schools here and lots of nice playgrounds for the children." Another resident is less positive: "It's very ugly, old and boring. Mostly old people and chavs, I do NOT feel safe here." The neighbourhood has about 2,795 inhabitants, and 52% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more details, you can explore the Stedenwijk Midden-oost neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Ekoplaza and Dirk a couple of streets away. Primary schools like Basisschool het Samenspel and Islamitische Basisschool Al Iman are within a five-minute walk, and secondary school OSG Echnaton is also close. The GP practice Zorggroep Almere, Huisartsenpraktijk De Spil and the Alphega Apotheek de Spil are both a couple of streets away, and Flevoziekenhuis is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Stedenwijk Midden is just around the corner, with lines M1, M4, 150, and 326, and Almere Centrum station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is served by the municipality of Almere.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €352,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 68%, from €210,000 to €352,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The current flood risk is medium, dropping to low by 2050, while heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including van der Linden Groep.
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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 Urkwal 31, Almere
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €340,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €352,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 68%, from €210,000 to €352,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 83 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 84 square metres. There is a balcony, a sunny terrace, and a parking space plus a souterrain. The home is on the second floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is 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 also has roof and wall insulation, and heating is via district heating. Note that only 17% of the homes for sale in this neighbourhood have an A+ label.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The current flood risk is medium, dropping to low by 2050, while heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
What amenities are nearby?
Albert Heijn is about 654 metres away, with Ekoplaza and Dirk slightly further. Primary schools like Basisschool het Samenspel and Islamitische Basisschool Al Iman are within 500 metres, and secondary school OSG Echnaton is about 389 metres away. The GP practice Zorggroep Almere, Huisartsenpraktijk De Spil and the Alphega Apotheek de Spil are both about 645 metres away, and Flevoziekenhuis is about 919 metres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Stedenwijk Midden, about 255 metres away, with lines M1, M4, 150, and 326. Another stop, Stedenwijk M./Amersfoortweg, is about 352 metres away with line 804. Almere Centrum train station is about 1.2 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about the neighbourhood?
Residents of the district of Stedenwijk give their area an average score of 6.1, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with nice neighbours and good playgrounds, while another says it feels unsafe in the evening. These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €268. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and building insurance.
