Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s terrace on Houthavenstraat sits in a lively part of Alkmaar, where the streets are lined with similar pre-war homes. At €435,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €491,125, making it a keen entry into the local market. For context, terraced houses in Alkmaar typically sell for around that figure.
The neighbourhood Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a mix of ages. One resident describes it as a "quiet neighbourhood for the location," noting that while greenery is limited, it's reachable within a few minutes' drive. Another mentions a "mix of young and old, older people are now passing away age. All facilities are available in the neighbourhood, shops, care." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores an 8.07 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with mostly families and singles, and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes.
For daily errands, Aldi is just around the corner, and SPAR is a couple of streets away. Ekoplaza, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. Schools are also close: Openbare Basisschool De Zes Wielen is a five-minute walk, and Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Regenboog is a couple of streets further. The municipality Alkmaar offers a wide range of amenities, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Makelaarsland and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Houthavenstraat 18, Alkmaar
Very good · 2 residents
Decent, few burglaries. I live in the city so fairly little greenery, but enough within a few minutes' drive
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Data from Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest
27 within 5 km
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About Houthavenstraat 18, Alkmaar
The asking price of €435,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €491,125 and the median of €442,500. Given that similar homes in the area sold for an average of €447,640, this price is in line with the market and represents good value for a 93 m² terrace house with a garden plot.
Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest is a densely populated urban area with a mix of young and old residents. It scores 8.07 out of 10 from two reviews. One resident calls it a "quiet neighbourhood for the location," while another highlights the mix of ages and the availability of all facilities. The area has a high proportion of owner-occupied homes and families.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short cycle ride. This makes it convenient for commuting to nearby cities.
Aldi is just around the corner (249 m), and SPAR is a couple of streets away (474 m). For organic options, Ekoplaza is 652 m away, while Jumbo and Albert Heijn are both 733 m from the house. All daily groceries are within easy walking distance.
Energy label D means the home is moderately efficient. Heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but lower than in an uninsulated property. In the neighbourhood, about a third of homes have label D or lower, so this is typical for a pre-war house.
Sold homes in the neighbourhood took an average of 50 days to sell, which is a reasonable timeframe. This suggests a balanced market where buyers have time to consider their options.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rekerbuurt en Ooievaarsnest
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