A quiet end-of-street home in Alkmaar
This mid-terrace house sits at the end of a dead-end street that opens into a park, a surprisingly peaceful spot for being in the city. With 93 m² of living space and a 138 m² plot, it feels roomier than many terraced houses of its age. The last known price of €319,000 was 15% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €377,250, making it a keen buy compared to other terraced houses in Alkmaar. This home has not been online since 28 July 2026.
't Rak-Noord: green and family-oriented
't Rak-Noord is a green, family-friendly neighbourhood. One resident describes it as a "quiet neighbourhood in a green environment" where the street ends in a park with sports fields, nature trails, and even horses and sheep. The park borders a lake for skating in winter and swimming in summer. Another resident notes that "many trees are being planted" but also mentions noise from neighbours and local festivals. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and singles, with average incomes. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood 't Rak-Noord.
Daily life on Gaffelstraat
For daily groceries, Lidl and Jumbo are just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool Liereland is on your doorstep, and RKBS 't Baeken is just around the corner. Secondary education is also close by, with Stedelijk Dalton College Alkmaar a ten-minute walk away. The municipality Alkmaar offers plenty of amenities, including a park and a supermarket.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via HAL Makelaardij.
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About Gaffelstraat 40, Alkmaar
Was €319,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €319,000 was 15% below the average asking price in 't Rak-Noord (€377,250) and also below the minimum asking price of €325,000 for homes at the time for sale. Given the 93 m² floor area and energy label B, this was a market-rate price for a mid-terrace house in this neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like?
't Rak-Noord is a green, quiet neighbourhood with a park at the end of the street. Residents appreciate the natural surroundings, including a lake for swimming and skating. However, some noise from neighbours and local events has been noted. The area is family-oriented, with many children and a mix of households.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3.1 km away, which is about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip. The neighbourhood has public transport connections to the central station and the city centre.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Openbare Basisschool Liereland (478 m), RKBS 't Baeken (684 m), and Montessorischool De Cilinder (743 m). For secondary education, Stedelijk Dalton College Alkmaar is 822 m away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. All homes for sale in this neighbourhood had label C, so this one was above average in efficiency.
Is there a garden?
The property had a plot of 138 m², but the listing did not specify whether it included a garden.
