Binnenstad-Oost, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis 2015-built terraced house on Sint Jacobstraat sits in the heart of Alkmaar, where the streets hum with café life and the cheese market draws crowds. With 65 m² of living space, it's compact but efficiently laid out, and the energy label B keeps running costs manageable. The asking price of €397,500 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €463,444, but the home's recent construction and central location justify the premium. For context, terraced houses in Alkmaar vary widely in price and size.
Binnenstad-Oost is the beating core of Alkmaar, with a very high density of addresses (4,092 per km²) and a young, diverse population. Over a third of households are singles, and the area is popular with people aged 25 to 45. The streets are lined with restaurants, shops, and historic buildings. There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the neighbourhood scores well for its lively atmosphere and convenience. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Oost is one of the most sought-after in the city.
Your morning bread run is a two-minute walk to the SPAR on the corner, and for organic groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner. Families with children have the Sint Adelbertusschool a five-minute walk away, and the Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort is a couple of streets further. For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a 1.6 km stroll, and the municipality Alkmaar offers excellent amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via DVA Makelaars Alkmaar | Dapper & van Aalst.
Details of this home
Sint Jacobstraat 24, Alkmaar
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
Data from Binnenstad-Oost
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About Sint Jacobstraat 24, Alkmaar
The asking price is €397,500, which is below the neighbourhood average of €463,444 and the median of €434,750. However, the home is smaller than average (65 m² vs 94 m²), so the price per m² is higher. Given its recent construction and central location, the price is in line with the market.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In the neighbourhood, 32.5% of homes have label A and 22.5% have label B, so this home is above average in energy performance. You can expect moderate energy costs.
Alkmaar train station is 1.6 km from the home, about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. From there, trains run to Amsterdam, Haarlem, and other cities.
The closest supermarket is SPAR at 225 metres, followed by Ekoplaza at 324 metres and another SPAR at 374 metres. Aldi and Jumbo are within 625 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: Sint Adelbertusschool (451 m), Openbare Basisschool De Kennemerpoort (553 m), and Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias (634 m). For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is 669 m away.
Binnenstad-Oost is a very urban, lively area with a high density of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. The population is young, with many singles and people aged 25-45. It's a popular area for those who enjoy city life.
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