Hornstraat 18
Oterleek, Alkmaar
AreaA detached home in the heart of Oterleek
Tucked away in the quiet village of Oterleek, this detached house on Hornstraat 18 offers a slice of rural life while still being part of the wider Alkmaar area. The village itself is small, with just over 600 residents, and the atmosphere here is calm and green. The asking price of €850,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price for detached houses in Alkmaar.
The house itself
Built in 1987, this detached home comes with an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The living area is 192 square metres according to the BAG registration, and the plot measures 565 square metres. The price per square metre works out at €4,427 based on the BAG figures. The listing does not provide further details about the interior layout or any outdoor features.
Life in Oterleek
Oterleek is a village where the pace of life feels slower, and the community is close-knit. Residents across the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.47, based on 46 reviews. One resident, who has lived there since 2018, describes it as a "gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen", noting the new influx of residents and the friendly atmosphere. However, another resident paints a different picture, mentioning distrust between neighbours and noise nuisance. The village has a mix of age groups, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with 84% of homes being owner-occupied properties.
Amenities and daily life
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about a ten-minute walk away, with an Aldi just a bit further. There are also two Vomar supermarkets within a couple of streets away. For families, the Openbare Basisschool De Hasselbraam and Kinddomein de Zeppelin are both around a ten-minute walk from the house. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Bel and the ACN Apotheek Stad van de Zon are both in Heerhugowaard, about a ten-minute walk away. Bus line 162 stops at Heerhugowaard, Zuidwijk, which is just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Heerhugowaard, about a ten-minute drive. The address-level risk data indicates that the noise from road traffic is 43 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard, and similar for rail and air traffic. The foundation risk is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk, and the heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Vlieg Makelaars.
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About Hornstraat 18, Oterleek
What is the asking price for this detached house in Oterleek?
The asking price is €850,000. This is on the high side compared to the average asking price for detached houses in the municipality of Alkmaar. The price per square metre is €4,427, based on the BAG living area of 192 square metres. The plot measures 565 square metres.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The house was built in 1987.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined annually and can differ from the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise from road traffic is 43 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 13 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 37 dB Lden, both also below the standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low. The soil in the area is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The KCAF attention area notes that 36% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The risk of pluvial flooding is low, and the current flood risk is also low. The heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not specific to this property.
Which supermarkets are near this home?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 1.5 kilometres away. An Aldi is slightly further at about 1.6 kilometres. There are also two Vomar supermarkets within about 2 kilometres. In total, there are 19 supermarkets within a 5-kilometre radius.
What schools are available in the area?
The nearest primary schools are Openbare Basisschool De Hasselbraam and Kinddomein de Zeppelin, both about 1.2 kilometres away. There are 41 schools within a 5-kilometre radius, including several other primary schools. The nearest secondary school is about 4.7 kilometres away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus line 162 stops at Heerhugowaard, Zuidwijk, about 1.5 kilometres away. The nearest train station is Heerhugowaard, about 3.8 kilometres from the house. This provides a connection to the wider rail network.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.47, based on 46 reviews. One resident describes the area as a friendly neighbourhood with young families, while another mentions distrust between neighbours and noise nuisance. The reviews reflect a mix of experiences.
