A studio on the Oudegracht
This studio sits right on the Oudegracht in Alkmaar's historic centre, a setting that feels alive with canal views and daily bustle. At 42 m² it is compact, and with an energy label A it is efficient to run. The last known rent of €950 was keen, sitting 43% below the neighbourhood average of €1,665, though the floor area was also 53% smaller than the average of 89 m². For context, studios in Alkmaar give a sense of what else is available in the municipality. This home has not been online since 6 October 2026.
The Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood
Binnenstad-Oost is the eastern slice of Alkmaar's old town, a dense, walkable area where most homes are rented. Over half of households are single people, and the average household size is 1.7, so the vibe leans towards young professionals and students. The streets are busy with cafés, shops and canal-side terraces, and the Grote Kerk and cheese market are a short stroll away. With 54% of households being one-person, it is a place that suits independent living. The Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood has more on the local mix.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy here. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Ekoplaza and an Aldi a couple of streets away. For families, the Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias is just around the corner, and PCC Het Lyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The train station is 1.6 km away, so commuting is manageable. The municipality of Alkmaar covers the wider area and its amenities.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Van der Borden Huur & Beheer and through Funda, so it was available through several channels.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Oudegracht 3B, Alkmaar
Was €950 a fair rent for this studio?
The rent of €950 was 43% below the neighbourhood average of €1,665, but the floor area of 42 m² was also 53% smaller than the average of 89 m². The price per square metre worked out to about €22.6, which was higher than the neighbourhood average of €18.8 per m². So while the absolute rent was low, the cost per square metre was above the local norm.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
A SPAR supermarket is just 86 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. There are also other options within a short walk: another SPAR at 496 metres, an Ekoplaza at 602 metres, an Aldi at 827 metres and a Jumbo at 902 metres. Daily grocery shopping could hardly be more convenient.
What schools are nearby?
For primary education, the Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias is 345 metres away and the Sint Adelbertusschool is 424 metres away. For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is 565 metres away and PCC Oosterhout is 787 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk, making the school run straightforward.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.6 km from the home. That is a walk of roughly 20 minutes or a short cycle ride. It is a manageable distance for commuting or for trips out of Alkmaar, though it is not right on the doorstep.
What kind of neighbourhood is Binnenstad-Oost?
Binnenstad-Oost is a dense, historic part of Alkmaar's centre with a high proportion of rental homes. About 54% of households are single people and the average household size is 1.7, so it attracts a mix of young professionals and students. The streets are lively with cafés and shops, and the canal setting adds to the atmosphere.
