Rental homes in Huiswaard, Alkmaar

What does a rental property cost in Huiswaard?

Huiswaard is a neighbourhood where almost half of the homes are rental properties: 45% of the 3,627 homes are rented out. Of these, the largest share (36% of all homes) is owned by housing associations, meaning the private sector is relatively small. In the past year, only 26 homes were rented out in the private sector, with an average rent of €1,265 per month. The range runs from €645 to €2,095 per month, with an average floor area of 61 m². This makes the supply tight, especially if you are looking for a more spacious apartment.

If you compare Huiswaard with the rest of Alkmaar, it stands out that the WOZ value here is lower: €305,000 compared to an average of €342,000 in the municipality. The average income of €33,000 is also below the municipal average of €36,900. This makes Huiswaard on paper one of the more affordable neighbourhoods, although you do not always see that reflected in the private sector. Want to see current rental prices and the daily supply? At the top of this page you will always find the most recent status.

Huiswaard: centrally located, quiet, and with an older population

On Buurtje.nl, residents rate Huiswaard an 8.2 out of 10. That is a solid score, and the sub-scores explain why. Accessibility scores the highest with a 9.3, and that is no surprise. Resident Jonathan describes it aptly: "It is about a ten-minute bike ride to the city centre and a five-minute walk to the station." Station Alkmaar Noord is indeed a stone's throw away, and via the Vondelstraat and the Europaplein you are quickly on the ring road towards the A9. Safety also scores high with a 9.0, which fits the quiet character of the neighbourhood.

Pieter van Vliet calls Huiswaard "a beautiful, clean, liveable neighbourhood where many national and international people live" and praises the amenities such as schools and community centres. Winkelcentrum Huiswaard, on the Frieseweg, offers daily groceries and is the beating heart of the neighbourhood for many residents. Chantal keeps it short and sweet: "It is a neat and easily accessible neighbourhood." If you want to read more experiences, you will find all reviews and extensive neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Huiswaard.

Yet there is a downside you should know about. Jonathan notes that in his street there are mainly older residents: "There are a lot of old people living here, with only two families in this row where everyone is under 60. That is often quite boring." With 1,770 residents aged 65 and over out of a total of 7,725, the ageing is clearly visible. Green space scores the lowest with a 7.0, and that is correct: Huiswaard is not a park neighbourhood, although the Alkmaarderhout to the west offers some space. The sub-neighbourhoods differ considerably. In Muiderwaard you will mainly find porch flats from the 1970s, while the eastern part of Huiswaard-2 has slightly more single-family homes. Would you rather rent in the southern part? Then also check the supply in Huiswaard-1-Zuid.

Renting in Huiswaard: suitable for starters and seniors, less so for families

With an average rent of €1,265 and a floor area of 61 m², the private sector supply is mainly aimed at singles and couples without children. The neighbourhood has 1,595 single-person households, the largest group. If you are a starter looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Huiswaard, the proximity to Station Alkmaar Noord is a major plus. For seniors, the quiet atmosphere and low crime rate offer comfort. Families looking for space will find less to their liking here due to the limited floor areas in the private sector. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the homes for sale in Huiswaard, because 54% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. More information about living in Alkmaar can also be found on the website of the municipality of Alkmaar.

Searching for a rental property in Huiswaard and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl, you combine current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a rental home but also know what to expect from the area. In addition to rental properties in Huiswaard, you can also look in adjacent neighbourhoods. The quiet Oudorp lies directly to the south, while Overdie is closer to the city centre. Looking more broadly within the municipality? Then check the full overview of rental properties in Alkmaar.