A quiet spot by the water
Kotterstraat 21 is a terraced house in De Horn-Zuid, a residential area in Alkmaar where the homes were built in the 1970s. The house sits on a quiet road, right by the water, and the setting is described as a residential neighbourhood. The asking price is €410,000. For context, there are currently 15 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with an average asking price of €370,967. If you are looking at [terraced houses in Alkmaar]( /koopwoningen/alkmaar/tussenwoningen/ ), this one stands out for its position.
Inside the home
The house was built in 1979 and has an energy label C. According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The total volume is 500 m³. There is a garden at the back of 57 m² and a front garden, both facing northwest, plus a roof terrace and a balcony. The property is freehold, and the agent notes that the insulation includes roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, with a combi boiler for heating. The living area is listed as 147 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 122 m².
De Horn-Zuid
De Horn-Zuid is a neighbourhood where residents give an average score of 7.18 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "All facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest." Another resident mentions: "Very nice neighbours, good contact. Nice by the water." The reviews also point to some downsides, such as litter and noise from young people. The neighbourhood has around 3,240 residents, and about 71% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on [the De Horn-Zuid neighbourhood]( /buurt/de-horn-zuid-alkmaar/ ), the reviews give a mixed but mostly positive picture.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Het Kompas, is on your doorstep, and the 1e Montessorischool Alkmaar is just around the corner. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum De Mare is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Acdapha Apotheek de Mare is nearby. Bus stops on the Europaboulevard and Laan van Troyes, served by lines 5 and 6, are a couple of streets away, and Alkmaar Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under [the municipality of Alkmaar]( /gemeente/alkmaar/ ), which offers further amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €404,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 74%, from €232,000 to €404,000. As for the area, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, while heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Best van Staveren Makelaars.
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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 Kotterstraat 21, Alkmaar
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €410,000, while the WOZ value is €404,000 as of 1 January 2025. That puts the asking price 1% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it has risen by 74% over the past five years, from €232,000 in 2020 to €404,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The total volume is 500 m³. There is a garden at the back of 57 m² and a front garden, both facing northwest, plus a roof terrace and a balcony. The living area is listed as 147 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 122 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with the most efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, with a combi boiler for heating. These features may help keep energy use in check, but the label itself does not guarantee a specific level of consumption.
What are the noise levels like around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 46 dB Lden, from rail traffic 30 dB Lden, and from air traffic 36 dB Lden, all based on recent reference years. None of these exceed the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still rated as low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the specific property. No further details are provided in the listing.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Het Kompas, is on your doorstep, and the 1e Montessorischool Alkmaar is just around the corner. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus stops on the Europaboulevard and Laan van Troyes, served by lines 5 and 6, are a couple of streets away. Alkmaar Noord train station is about a ten-minute walk. The listing does not specify destinations or travel times for these services.
What do residents say about living in De Horn-Zuid?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.18 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "All facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest." Another mentions: "Very nice neighbours, good contact. Nice by the water." Some reviews also note issues with litter and noise from young people.
Is there a garden and outdoor space?
Yes, the home has a back garden of 57 m² and a front garden, both facing northwest. There is also a roof terrace and a balcony, according to the agent. The property is freehold, so you own the land and the home outright.
