Van Ostadelaan 168
De Hoef I en II, Alkmaar
AreaA first-floor flat in Alkmaar's De Hoef
This three-room apartment on Van Ostadelaan 168 sits in the De Hoef I en II neighbourhood, a residential area in the west of Alkmaar. Built in 1961, the home is a portiekflat on the first floor, with a living area of 68 m². The asking price of €275,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €369,559, which puts it on the low side compared to other homes currently for sale. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,648, while this home asks €4,044 per m². If you're looking at [apartments in Alkmaar]( /koopwoningen/alkmaar/appartementen/), this one stands out for its price.
Inside the home
The apartment has two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. It comes with a balcony, and the agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and HR glazing. Heating is provided by a moederhaard, and the property is in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €192.74. The energy label is E, which is on the lower end of the scale, so expect higher energy costs.
The De Hoef I en II neighbourhood
De Hoef I en II is a quiet, pleasant part of Alkmaar, according to residents. One resident says: "A quiet, pleasant neighbourhood where nobody bothers each other." Another adds: "My neighbourhood is very nice and quiet, things happen sometimes but that happens in every neighbourhood." These reviews come from the wider district, based on three reviews with an average score of 7.55. The neighbourhood has about 3,345 residents, and a large share of them live alone. For more on the area, see [the De Hoef I en II neighbourhood]( /buurt/de-hoef-i-en-ii-alkmaar/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, and the Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool Nicolaas Beets locatie de Hoef is a couple of streets away, and PCC Fabritius for secondary education is also nearby. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Bergerhoef, a five-minute walk, and the Alphega Apotheek de Hoef pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus line 165 stops at Alkmaar, Geestmolen, right on your doorstep, and Alkmaar train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Alkmaar offers all this and more, as you can see on [the municipality of Alkmaar]( /gemeente/alkmaar/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €280,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed as recorded by the municipality. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and flood risk is medium, both now and in 2050. These are indications at the address level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Teer Makelaars Alkmaar and Teer Makelaars Alkmaar on 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.
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About Van Ostadelaan 168, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €280,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €275,000 is 2% below this value. This means the asking price is slightly lower than the municipal valuation, which is often used as a reference point. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it gives an indication of how the municipality values the property.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is on the lower end of the scale, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with a better label. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and HR glazing, which may help somewhat, but the label E suggests the home is not very energy-efficient.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a first-floor apartment in a portiekflat building. It has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 68 m², and the volume is 225 m³. There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first floor. The property is in full ownership, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €192.74.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. The soil type is clay, and the home was built in 1961, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It's something to be aware of, but it doesn't mean there are actual problems.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 37 dB Lden, both below the norm. This means road traffic is the main source of noise, and it may be noticeable at times. These are area-level indications based on public data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The Vomar is just 172 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. The Albert Heijn is 347 metres away, and the Aldi is 853 metres away. There's also an AH to go at 931 metres and a Jumbo at 1,228 metres. You'll have plenty of options for your daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Openbare Basisschool Nicolaas Beets locatie de Hoef is 225 metres away. For secondary education, PCC Fabritius is 238 metres away, and OSG Willem Blaeu is 602 metres away. There's also a special education school, Burgemeester de Wildeschool, at 284 metres. So there are good options for families with children.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Alkmaar, Geestmolen, just 36 metres away, served by bus line 165. There are also stops at Van Ostadelaan (211 metres) and Winkelcentrum de Hoef (428 metres), both on the same line. Alkmaar train station is about 1,030 metres away, so you can walk there in about ten minutes.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents of the district describe it as quiet and pleasant. One resident says: "A quiet, pleasant neighbourhood where nobody bothers each other." Another says: "My neighbourhood is very nice and quiet, things happen sometimes but that happens in every neighbourhood." The average review score is 7.55, based on three reviews. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many single-person households.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €275,000 is 26% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €369,559. The median asking price is €289,000, so this home is also below that. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,648, while this home asks €4,044 per m². So it's priced on the low side compared to the current market.
