Westerstraat 80
Binnenstad, Purmerend
AreaA grand apartment in the heart of Purmerend
This spacious apartment on Westerstraat sits right in the lively centre of Purmerend, where the streets buzz with cafés and shops. At 185 m², it is far larger than most homes in the neighbourhood, 91% bigger than the local average. The price of €1,295,000 is on the high side, 152% above the average asking price in the area, and it is the most expensive of the 22 homes currently for sale in apartments in Purmerend.
The Binnenstad neighbourhood
Binnenstad is the historic core of Purmerend, with a very high address density of 2,876 addresses per km², urban living at its most intense. The population of 1,800 is dominated by one-person households (740), and there are only 150 households with children. The area has a young feel: 700 residents are between 25 and 45. Nearly half the homes were built before 1945, and 29% are owner-occupied. The Binnenstad neighbourhood has a lively, city-centre character with plenty of restaurants and cafés just steps away.
Life on the street
Your daily routine here is wonderfully compact. For bread and groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Aldi and Dekamarkt are a couple of streets away. For families, primary schools like Openbare Basisschool Weidevogels are a five-minute walk, and secondary schools such as Vonk Purmerend are also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the park or public garden is just around the corner. The municipality of Purmerend offers all the amenities you need within easy reach.
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At the time of writing the home is listed only via RC Makelaars.
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About Westerstraat 80, Purmerend
Is €1,295,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €1,295,000 is the highest of the 22 homes currently for sale in Binnenstad and sits 152% above the neighbourhood average of €514,318. The apartment is also 91% larger than the average home in the area (185 m² vs 97 m²). Whether it is fair depends on how you value the extra space and the prime city-centre location.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is good, it means the home is reasonably efficient. In the neighbourhood, 28.6% of homes have label B, so this apartment is in line with the local stock. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact bills depend on usage.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities straightforward.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
Binnenstad is the historic centre of Purmerend, very dense and urban. There are many restaurants, cafés and shops within a few minutes' walk. The nearest supermarket (Albert Heijn) is 299 m away, and a park is just 300 m from the door. It is a lively area with a young population.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are 22 homes for sale in Binnenstad at the moment. The average asking price is €514,318, and the average floor area is 97 m². This apartment is the most expensive and largest on the market.
What schools are nearby?
Primary schools within walking distance include Openbare Basisschool Weidevogels (514 m) and Kindcentrum Willem Eggert (795 m). For secondary education, Vonk Purmerend (677 m) and Da Vinci College (824 m) are both close by.
Is the apartment suitable for a family?
With 185 m² of space, the apartment is very large, but the neighbourhood has few families, only 150 households with children out of 1,800 residents. The area is more popular with singles and couples. The home itself could work for a family, but the surroundings are city-centre oriented.
