Emmakwartier, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. On Emmastraat, in the heart of Alkmaar's Emmakwartier, a 19th-century terraced house with 226 m² of living space and a 250 m² plot. At €950,000, the asking price is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €766,792, which reflects the generous size and character. For context, terraced houses in Alkmaar vary widely, but this one stands out for its proportions.
Emmakwartier is a sought-after area with a mix of ages: a quarter of residents are 65 or older, and many households are singles or couples without children. The streets are lined with pre-war architecture, and the area feels established and quiet. There are no resident reviews available, but the CBS figures show a low crime rate and good access to amenities. The Emmakwartier neighbourhood is known for its leafy squares and proximity to the city centre.
Your daily routine here is easy. For groceries, AH XL is a ten-minute walk away, and Ekoplaza and Jumbo are also within reach. For school runs, Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort is just around the corner, and PCC Het Lyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is a twenty-minute walk. The municipality of Alkmaar offers a rich cultural scene and the famous cheese market.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively through Zicht Makelaars B.V. (NVM).
Details of this home
Emmastraat 7, Alkmaar
Data from Emmakwartier
Data from Emmakwartier
29 within 5 km
68 within 5 km
About Emmastraat 7, Alkmaar
The asking price is 24% above the average asking price in Emmakwartier, which is €766,792. However, this home is also 48% larger than the neighbourhood average of 153 m², so the price per square metre is roughly in line with the market. The final sale price will depend on demand and the condition of the property.
The energy label is C, which is average for a house of this age. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as economical as a modern build. You can expect moderate heating costs, but improvements like better insulation could lower them further.
The train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a twenty-minute walk or a short cycle. Alkmaar station offers connections to Amsterdam, Haarlem, and other cities.
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort (294 m) and Sint Adelbertusschool (454 m). For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is 424 m away. All are within a five- to ten-minute walk.
Emmakwartier has a low crime rate, with 70 total crimes recorded in the latest CBS data. The area feels safe and is popular with families and older residents alike.
The plot is 250 m², which is generous for a terraced house in this area. The listing does not explicitly mention a garden, but the plot size suggests there is outdoor space.
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