Markenbinnen, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on De Burcht sits in the quiet village of Markenbinnen, part of the municipality of Alkmaar. With 263 m² of living space on a generous plot of 1,335 m², it offers plenty of room for a family. The home was built in 1970 and has an energy label D. At €1,165,000, the price is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Alkmaar, but the large plot and rural setting justify the premium.
Markenbinnen is a small village with around 320 residents. It is a rural area with a low population density, only 76 addresses per square kilometre. Most homes are owner-occupied (85%) and almost all are single-family houses (94%). The population is mixed: about a quarter are over 65, while a third are under 45. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area. The neighbourhood Markenbinnen is known for its peace and quiet, with few facilities but plenty of green space.
For daily groceries, you'll need to travel a bit: the nearest supermarkets are about 3.3 km away, including a Dekamarkt, Albert Heijn and Lidl. Primary schools are closer, Openbare Basisschool Theo Thijssen is about 1.4 km away, and Openbare Basisschool De Overhaal is 2 km. For secondary education, the nearest school is 5.8 km away. The village itself has a restaurant within 2 km, but for most amenities you'll head to nearby towns. The municipality Alkmaar covers a larger area with more extensive facilities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Zaadnoordijk Makelaars B.V. and Funda.
Details of this home
De Burcht 2, Markenbinnen
Data from Markenbinnen
14 within 5 km
24 within 5 km
About De Burcht 2, Markenbinnen
The price is on the high side compared to other detached homes in Alkmaar, but the large plot of 1,335 m² and the rural setting in Markenbinnen are factors that support the asking price. Without specific market data for this neighbourhood, it's best to compare with similar properties in the wider area.
Energy label D is average for a home built in 1970. It means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to a modern home. Improvements like insulation or double glazing could improve the label.
The nearest train station is 5.8 km away. This makes the home more suitable for those who rely on a car for commuting, though cycling to the station is possible.
The closest primary school is Openbare Basisschool Theo Thijssen at 1.4 km, followed by Openbare Basisschool De Overhaal at 2 km. For secondary education, the nearest school is 5.8 km away, so older children will need to travel further.
With only 8 reported crimes in the area, Markenbinnen is a very safe village. The low population density and rural character contribute to a quiet, secure environment.
The plot is 1,335 m², which is very large. While the listing does not specify a garden, the size of the plot suggests ample outdoor space.
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