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Emmakwartier, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis spacious 1916 townhouse on Emmastraat sits in the heart of Alkmaar's Emmakwartier, a quiet residential enclave with wide, tree-lined streets. With 210 m² of living space and a 232 m² plot, it is a rare find in this area. The asking price of €1,195,000 is 56% above the neighbourhood average of €766,792, reflecting its exceptional size and character. For context, terraced houses in Alkmaar vary widely, but this one stands out.
The neighbourhood Emmakwartier is a mature, well-established area with a mix of families and older residents. The streets are lined with pre-war homes, and the atmosphere is calm yet central. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the data shows a diverse population: many households without children, a significant number of over-65s, and a high proportion of single-person households. The area is very urban (address density 4,195 per km²), yet it feels green thanks to the nearby park just a couple of streets away.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and SPAR and Jumbo are a five-minute walk. Schools are close: Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort is on your doorstep, and Sint Adelbertusschool is a couple of streets away. For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is a five-minute walk. The municipality Alkmaar offers excellent amenities, with a GP, restaurants, and a library all within a ten-minute walk. Alkmaar's train station is a ten-minute walk, connecting you to the wider region.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including De Huizenbemiddelaar IJmond, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Emmastraat 85, Alkmaar
Data from Emmakwartier
Data from Emmakwartier
30 within 5 km
67 within 5 km
About Emmastraat 85, Alkmaar
The asking price is 56% above the neighbourhood average of €766,792, but this home is also 37% larger than the average (210 m² vs 153 m²). Recent sales in Emmakwartier averaged €438,227, though those homes were smaller. Given the size, plot, and pre-war character, the price is on the high side but reflects the property's unique qualities.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. In the neighbourhood, 45.5% of homes have label A, 9.1% label B, and 18.2% label C. A C label means moderate energy efficiency; heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme. You can expect reasonable insulation and double glazing in parts, but older features may remain.
Emmakwartier has a mix of households: 210 with children, 205 without, and many singles. The area is quiet and safe, with 70 total crimes reported. Schools are within walking distance, and there are parks nearby. It is a family-friendly area with a calm, residential feel.
Alkmaar train station is 1.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The station connects to Amsterdam, Haarlem, and other cities. The high address density (4,195 per km²) means good urban connectivity.
At 210 m², this home is 37% larger than the neighbourhood average of 153 m². The plot of 232 m² is also generous for a townhouse. Most homes in Emmakwartier are pre-war (100% built before 1945), so spacious layouts are typical, but this one is above average.
Given the urban density, permits may be required. You would need to check with the municipality for specific regulations.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Emmakwartier
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