Binnenstad-West, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Zevenhuizen sits right in the heart of Alkmaar, where the streets buzz with cafés and shops. At 71 m² it's a manageable size, and with an energy label D you can expect moderate heating costs. The asking price of €295,000 is notably keen, 25% below the neighbourhood average of €394,318, making it a realistic entry into the local market. For context, apartments in Alkmaar typically sell for around €5,490 per m².
Binnenstad-West is the historic core of Alkmaar, with narrow streets and a lively atmosphere. The area has a very high density of addresses, reflecting its urban character. Most residents live alone, two-thirds of households are single-person, and the largest age group is 25 to 45. It's a neighbourhood where people come for the convenience and stay for the energy. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-West has a mix of old and newer homes, though two-thirds were built before 1945.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic groceries. Families have several schools within walking distance: Murmellius Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and two primary schools, De Kring and Bello, are also close by. The municipality Alkmaar provides all the usual city amenities, with a park and a library just a few minutes away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via DVA Makelaars Alkmaar | Dapper & van Aalst and also appears on Funda.
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Zevenhuizen 40, Alkmaar
Data from Binnenstad-West
Data from Binnenstad-West
32 within 5 km
68 within 5 km
About Zevenhuizen 40, Alkmaar
The asking price is 25% below the average asking price in Binnenstad-West (€394,318) and also below the median of €350,000. Given the 71 m² floor area and energy label D, the price per m² works out at about €4,155, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,490 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other listings in the area.
The energy label is D. This means the home has moderate insulation and heating efficiency. You can expect higher energy costs than a home with label A or B, but it's not the worst, about 39% of homes in the neighbourhood have label D or lower. It's worth factoring in potential future improvements.
Alkmaar train station is about 1 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. That makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other cities.
Binnenstad-West is the historic centre of Alkmaar, very lively with many shops, restaurants and cafés. It's densely built and popular with young professionals and singles. The area has a high number of one-person households and a young population. Crime figures are relatively high for a Dutch neighbourhood, but that's typical for a city centre.
Yes, Jumbo is just 174 metres away, so you can do your daily shopping on foot. Ekoplaza for organic products is 412 metres, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk.
Murmellius Gymnasium (secondary school) is 240 metres away. For primary education, there are two schools within 300 metres: Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Kring and obs Bello voor Jenaplanonderwijs. So families with children have good options nearby.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-West
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