A quiet corner of Alkmaar
This rental apartment on Van de Veldelaan sits in a calm part of Alkmaar, where the streets are lined with low-rise blocks and plenty of green. At 53 m², it was a compact home, and the last known rent of €957 a month was on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average of €1,393 for much larger properties. For context, apartments in Alkmaar typically go for around €13.31 per m², so this one asked a bit more per square metre. This home has not been online since 8 August 2026.
The De Hoef III en IV neighbourhood
The De Hoef III en IV neighbourhood is a friendly, established area with a mix of ages and household types. One resident describes it as "very nice and quiet", adding that "things happen sometimes but that happens in every neighbourhood". The population is fairly evenly spread, with a noticeable share of older residents and many single-person households. It is a place where people tend to stay, and the streets have a settled, neighbourly feel.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a couple of streets away, so picking up bread or groceries is easy. The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool Nicolaas Beets locatie de Hoef, is also just around the corner, and there are secondary schools within a ten-minute walk. A park is on your doorstep, and the train station is about 2 km away, which is handy for commuting. The municipality of Alkmaar keeps the area well maintained, and the overall impression is of a practical, pleasant place to live.
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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 Van de Veldelaan 796, Alkmaar
Was €957 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent was €957 per month for 53 m², which worked out at about €18.06 per m². That was above the neighbourhood average of €13.31 per m², but the average was based on larger homes (107 m² on average). Given the compact size, the price was on the high side compared with other rentals in De Hoef III en IV.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online, and it gives an indication of how energy-efficient the home is.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at about 250 metres, so it is just around the corner. A Vomar is about 400 metres away, and an Aldi is about 585 metres. For daily shopping, you have several options within a short walk.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest is Burgemeester de Wildeschool, a special education school at about 273 metres. Openbare Basisschool Nicolaas Beets locatie de Hoef, a primary school, is about 336 metres away. For secondary education, PCC Fabritius is about 795 metres and OSG Willem Blaeu about 817 metres.
How is the neighbourhood for peace and quiet?
Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood is described as "very nice and quiet", with the caveat that "things happen sometimes but that happens in every neighbourhood". The overall score is 8.88 out of 10, which suggests a generally positive experience.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this was social housing, as indicated in the listing. That meant the rent was subject to social housing regulations, and there might be income requirements for prospective tenants.
