A detached home at the edge of the woods
Tucked away on a quiet road at the edge of the woods, this detached house on Schaakveld 11 in De Velden Noord offers a peaceful setting within a residential area. The home was built in 1999 and has an energy label C. With a last known price of €850,000, the asking price was on the high side compared to other detached houses in Almere. This home has not been online since 4 September 2026.
Inside the home
The agent described a spacious layout with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The house has a volume of 438 m³ and includes a detached brick garage. According to the agent, the home was insulated with roof, floor and wall insulation as well as double glazing, and it was heated by a central heating boiler. The living area was listed as 113 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration stated 115 m²; the plot was 687 m² in both sources.
De Velden Noord
This is a small neighbourhood with about 525 residents, where households with children make up a significant share. Residents of the municipality of Almere give their living environment an average score of 7.25, based on 77 reviews. One resident says: "We lived here very pleasantly for 23 years" and mentions "quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery." Another notes: "Everything within reach and full of greenery." The neighbourhood itself has a low turnover of residents and a strong sense of community, according to the reviews. For more on the area, see the De Velden Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easily managed: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a short drive. IKC de Aquamarijn primary school is a ten-minute walk away, and other schools are nearby. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Medi-Mere Haven, and the pharmacy Amsterdam Farma is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stop Almere Haven, De Wierden is a ten-minute walk, with lines M1 and 329. Almere Poort train station is about 2.7 km away. The wider area is part of the municipality of Almere. According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Staat Makelaars.
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About Schaakveld 11, Almere
What was the asking price for this detached house?
The asking price was €850,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 113 m², was €7,522. This is a detached house built in 1999 with an energy label C. The price was on the high side compared to other detached houses in Almere, but the plot was spacious at 687 m².
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home had five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. There is also a detached brick garage. The living area was listed as 113 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration stated 115 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation, which was not always included in the listing. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 28 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are near Schaakveld 11?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 800 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Other options include SPAR express at 1.4 km, Vomar at 1.8 km, and another Vomar at 2 km. In total, there are 18 supermarkets within 5 km.
What is the neighbourhood of De Velden Noord like?
De Velden Noord is a small neighbourhood with about 525 residents. According to residents of the municipality of Almere, who give an average score of 7.25, the area is pleasant with greenery and a strong sense of community. One resident mentions 'quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery' and another says 'everything within reach.'
Is there a train station nearby?
The nearest train station is Almere Poort, about 2.7 km away. There are also bus stops within walking distance, such as Almere Haven, De Wierden, which is about 1.1 km away, with bus lines M1 and 329.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil type is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of the specific home.
What schools are near this home?
The nearest primary school is IKC de Aquamarijn, about 721 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Other primary schools include Openbare Basisschool De Flierefluiter at 1.5 km and Basisschool De Ark at 1.6 km. There are also secondary schools within a few kilometres.
How is the home heated?
According to the agent, the home was heated by a central heating boiler. The property also has insulation including roof, floor and wall insulation, as well as double glazing. The energy label is C.
