Homes for sale in ’t Rak-Noord, Alkmaar

House prices and market figures for 't Rak-Noord, Alkmaar

In 't Rak-Noord, 66% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, giving the neighbourhood a stable owner-occupied character. The average WOZ value is €284,000, equal to the district average of De Mare, but clearly below the municipal average of Alkmaar (€342,000). This makes 't Rak-Noord relatively affordable within the city. However, actual transaction prices are higher: over the past twelve months, 12 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €391,958. The range ran from €325,000 to €500,000, with an average living area of 99 m². That works out to about €3,960 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of ground-floor homes, such as terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. Apartments are less common. Check the current supply and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.

Living in 't Rak-Noord, Alkmaar

't Rak-Noord is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the northwest side of the De Mare district. When you drive through it for the first time, you quickly notice that the neighbourhood literally ends in a dead end: several streets lead into a park, after which traffic stops and nature begins. This gives the neighbourhood a secluded character that you don't find as strongly in many other Alkmaar neighbourhoods. Resident Sijbrand described it aptly: "this neighbourhood is the end of a dead-end street that opens into a park. The park has sports fields, nature trails, horses and sheep graze there. It borders a lake where you can skate in winter and swim in summer." That's not marketing speak, that's just how it is.

The homes mostly date from the 1970s and 1980s: terraced houses and semi-detached houses with a garden, a garage or carport, and relatively spacious plots for an urban neighbourhood. The streets are wide, there is plenty of greenery in public spaces, and parking pressure is lower compared to more central Alkmaar districts. Trees are actively being planted, although resident Thalissa also noted that noise from neighbours or events in the area, such as festivals or fairs, can be an issue. That's something to consider if you are sensitive to ambient noise.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores well. The amenities sub-score from residents is 9.0 out of 10, the highest of all categories. This matches the location: within cycling distance are a supermarket, primary schools and sports facilities. Alkmaar city centre is about a twenty-minute bike ride away, as Sijbrand also indicates. By bus, you are well connected via the surrounding access roads towards the centre and Alkmaar station, from where trains run to Amsterdam, Den Helder and Haarlem. For motorists, the connection to the N9 and A9 is relatively quick via the Huiswaarderweg.

On 't Rak-Noord you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores together. The overall resident rating is 8.4 out of 10. Safety, accessibility, community and beauty each score 8.5. Green space, housing and education come out at 8.0. Those are solid scores for a neighbourhood of nearly 3,000 residents. Want to compare with neighbouring neighbourhoods? 't Rak-Zuid lies directly adjacent and has a similar layout. Slightly further away are De Horn-Noord and De Horn-Zuid, which are also part of De Mare and each have their own character.

Is a home for sale in 't Rak-Noord right for you?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and people aged 45 to 65, the largest age group with 840 residents. The quiet streets, proximity to green space and schools in the area make 't Rak-Noord attractive for families with children. Upsizers looking for more space than an apartment in the centre offers will typically find a home with a garden and parking space here. First-time buyers should note that the entry price of €325,000 is on the high side for a first home, and the limited annual supply of twelve sold homes means you need to be able to act quickly. Seniors who want to live quietly and green without completely letting go of the city also fit well into this picture. Considering renting instead of buying? Then also check out the rental homes in 't Rak-Noord as an alternative.

What residents say about 't Rak-Noord

't Rak-Noord receives an average resident score of 8.4 out of 10, based on two reviews. The highest sub-score is for Amenities (9.0), followed by Safety, Accessibility, Community and Beauty (each 8.5). Green space, Housing and Education score 8.0. Resident Sijbrand gave the neighbourhood a 9.9 and wrote: "quiet neighbourhood in a green environment", with specific praise for the park, sports facilities and proximity to a lake for skating and swimming. Resident Thalissa noted a caveat about noise from neighbours and events. Read all reviews on the neighbourhood page of 't Rak-Noord.

Compare homes for sale in and around 't Rak-Noord

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