Rental homes in West, Alkmaar

What does a rental property cost in West, Alkmaar?

West is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are fairly balanced: 46% of the more than 6,500 homes are rental properties. About half of these are owned by housing associations and the other half by private landlords in the free sector. This means you have choice as a tenant, but the free sector is not cheap. Over the past twelve months, 76 homes in the free sector were rented out at an average rent of €1,324 per month. The range runs from €625 to €2,600 per month, with an average floor area of 99 m². That is steep, but the WOZ value in West, at €321,000, is slightly below the Alkmaar average of €342,000, indicating that relatively speaking, this is not the most expensive neighbourhood in the city. Want to know what is available today? Check the current overview at the top of this page for daily prices and listings.

Quiet living with a caveat: how residents experience West

On Buurtje.nl, residents rate the West neighbourhood a 7.5 out of 10. That is a solid score, but the story behind the ratings is more interesting than the average. What immediately stands out: green spaces and education score the highest, both at 8.3. West is indeed a neighbourhood with plenty of space. Think of the Alkmaarder Hout on the southern edge and the green strips around Bergermeer, where you can cycle straight into the polder. For families with school-age children, that is a plus, as is the presence of several primary schools spread across the neighbourhoods.

Resident Kevin sums up the atmosphere well: "My neighbourhood is very nice and quiet. Things happen sometimes, but things happen in every neighbourhood." You hear that nuance more often. Ole calls West "a quiet, nice neighbourhood where nobody bothers each other." At the same time, not everything is rosy. Demy writes about her flat that it is "cosy," but that the flat next door feels less safe. She calls for more attention to safety in certain parts. The safety score of 8.0 is fine on average, but it shows that the experience can vary from street to street. Housing scores the lowest at 6.3, indicating dissatisfaction with housing quality or availability.

In terms of accessibility, West scores an 8.0. Via the Bergerweg and Kennemerstraatweg, you are quickly on the N9 towards Den Helder or the A9 towards Amsterdam. Bus lines connect the neighbourhood to Alkmaar station and the city centre. Amenities score a 7.0: in De Hoef I and II you will find shops and a supermarket, while it is quieter in the Bergerwegkwartier and Bergerhof en Blaeustraatkwartier neighbourhoods. For the full picture, including all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood statistics, check out the West neighbourhood page.

Does renting in West suit you?

The largest age group in West is 25 to 45 years old, and with 3,475 single-person households, the neighbourhood is popular among singles. Renting a home in West is attractive for starters and young professionals who want to live quietly without being far from the centre of Alkmaar. It also works well for small families thanks to the high scores on education and green spaces. However, with an average income of €37,200 and free sector prices around €1,324, you need to be financially solid. For those who prefer to invest in their own home, the range of homes for sale in West is worth a look. Are you looking for a flat to rent in West but finding little? Then also check what is available in neighbouring neighbourhoods.

Searching for rental properties in West and surrounding areas

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental listings in West, including filters for price, floor area and energy label. Compare homes and read reviews from real residents. Want to broaden your search? Also check the listings in Zuid, the nearby neighbourhood Oudorp or the overview of all rental properties in Alkmaar. More information about municipal housing schemes can be found on the website of the municipality of Alkmaar.