A bright apartment with a roof terrace
This apartment on Winkelwaard 242 sits in Huiswaard-2-West, a residential pocket of Alkmaar where the streets are lined with homes from the 1970s. The asking price of €335,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €406,950. That puts it 18% below the neighbourhood average, a gap that reflects the home's size and position. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €3,905, while this home asks €3,490 per square metre. If you are weighing up options, it is worth seeing how this compares with other apartments in Alkmaar.
Inside the home
Built in 1977, this apartment spans two floors and offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 96 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, with a total volume of 298 cubic metres. Outside, there is a carport and a roof terrace, and the home is described as having an open position with a free view. The property is fully owned, and the agent notes that the insulation consists of partial double glazing, with a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €144.
Life in Huiswaard-2-West
Residents of the wider district give their living environment a solid 8.17 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as "a beautiful, clean, liveable neighbourhood where many national and international people live," adding that it is "cosy with many amenities such as education and community centres." Another notes it is "a neat and easily accessible neighbourhood." A third resident mentions the mix of ages, saying there are "a lot of old people living here," but appreciates the central position, with the city centre about ten minutes away by bike and the station a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood itself counts 2,295 inhabitants, with a quarter aged 65 or older. For more on the area, have a look at the Huiswaard-2-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are well covered here. A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with another Jumbo a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn about a ten-minute walk. For schools, De Stip is just around the corner, and the CSG Jan Arentsz secondary school is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Gezondheidscentrum Huiswaard, is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy De Regionale Spoedapotheek is just around the corner. Public transport is handy too: bus stop Alkmaar, Station Noord is just around the corner with lines 4 and N50, and Alkmaar Noord train station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Alkmaar offers more on the wider area, so you can explore the municipality of Alkmaar.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €323,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 4% above that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 66%, from €194,000 in 2020 to €323,000 in 2025. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress are all low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Broekman Makelaars Heerhugowaard. The listing has been active since 10 November 2026.
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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 Winkelwaard 242, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €335,000 is 18% below the average asking price in Huiswaard-2-West, which is €406,950. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,905, while this home asks €3,490 per square metre, based on the agent's listed floor area. The price verdict is described as keen, meaning it is on the lower side compared with other homes currently for sale in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 96 square metres, and the total volume is 298 cubic metres. There is a roof terrace and a carport. The home is fully owned, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €144.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €323,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 66%, from €194,000 in 2020 to €323,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate indications for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress are all low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050.
What amenities are nearby?
A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with another Jumbo a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Gezondheidscentrum Huiswaard, is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy De Regionale Spoedapotheek is just around the corner. For schools, De Stip is just around the corner, and the CSG Jan Arentsz secondary school is a five-minute walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stop Alkmaar, Station Noord is just around the corner, served by lines 4 and N50. Alkmaar Noord train station is a five-minute walk away. The nearest bus stops also include Alkmaar, Vlietwaard and Alkmaar, Tochtwaard, with lines 4, N50 and 2 respectively. This makes it straightforward to get around without a car.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.17 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as "a beautiful, clean, liveable neighbourhood" with many amenities, while another calls it "neat and easily accessible." A third resident notes the mix of ages and appreciates the central position, with the city centre about ten minutes away by bike.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent notes that the insulation consists of partial double glazing, and there is a central heating boiler. The energy label is a general indication, not a detailed assessment of the home's condition.
