Czaar Peterstraat 9
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA ground-floor apartment in the heart of Zaandam
This ground-floor apartment on Czaar Peterstraat sits in the Russische buurt, a lively part of Zaandam's Oude Haven district. The home dates from 1920 and carries an energy label C. With a price of €325,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Zaanstad, which typically go for around €384,000.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has nine rooms, one bedroom, and one floor, with a living area of 48 m². It sits on the ground floor and includes a rear garden. The property is freehold, heated by a central heating boiler, and has an HOA fee of €75 per month. The agent lists the same living area as the BAG registration, so there is no discrepancy.
Life in the Russische buurt
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes Zaandam as having a raw, industrial soul, with the scent of chocolate from local cocoa factories often drifting through the air. Another mentions the De Hemmes peninsula as a favourite spot for sunset walks. The neighbourhood itself is home to around 2,730 people, many of whom live alone. For more on the area, see the Russische buurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
A Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza just around the corner. For primary education, ICBS het Zaanplein is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both a five-minute walk, and the Zaans Medisch Centrum hospital is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Gedempte Gracht and Vinkenstraat are just around the corner, offering lines 64, 69, 111, 394, and N94. Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad is well served by public transport.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €304,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 7% below the asking price. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €252,000 in 2021 to €304,000 in 2025. According to public risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though 4% of buildings in the area built before 1970 have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low, and heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including BIC Makelaardij.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Czaar Peterstraat 9, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €304,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased from €252,000 in 2021 to €304,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has nine rooms, one bedroom, and one floor, with a living area of 48 m². It includes a rear garden and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is freehold, and there is an HOA fee of €75 per month.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, but it does not directly describe the insulation or construction. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, though the actual costs depend on your usage and the current energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the home was built in 1920, and in the area, 4% of buildings constructed before 1970 have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data shows that road traffic noise is 64 dB, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 33 dB and air traffic noise is 44 dB, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Vomar supermarket is just 95 metres away, so you can do your grocery shopping on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both about 395 metres away, and a Dekamarkt is 525 metres away. Several other supermarkets are within a short distance.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is ICBS het Zaanplein, about 595 metres away. Other primary schools within a kilometre include OBS Herman Gorter, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut, and Daltonschool De Westerkim. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.1 km away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops at Gedempte Gracht and Vinkenstraat are within 250 metres, served by lines 64, 69, 111, 394, and N94. Zaandam train station is about 608 metres away, so you can easily reach other parts of the country by rail.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Russische buurt is part of the Oude Haven district in Zaandam. It has around 2,730 residents, with a mix of ages. Residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident mentions the local chocolate scent and quiet corners along the Zaan.
Is there a garden?
Yes, according to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has a rear garden. This is a notable feature for an apartment in the centre of Zaandam, where outdoor space is often limited.
Experiences from Russische buurt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Russische buurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €384,311 | €345,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,093 | – |
| Rent price | €1,616 p/m | €1,518 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from Oude Haven
How residents experience their district
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Oude Haven
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €384,311 | €345,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,093 | – |
| Rent price | €1,615 p/m | €1,519 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
How residents experience their municipality
Living in Zaandam is like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded. While tourists at the station stare at the "Lego hotel", the magic for us locals lies in the quiet corners along the Zaan. The daily rhythm: in the morning you usually smell chocolate – really. Depending on the wind, the local cocoa factories (like ADM or Cargill) envelop the entire city in a warm, brownie-like scent. It's the ultimate "gezellige buurt" perk you won't find in travel guides. My favourite local spots: De Hemmes: This is my favourite "secret" spot. It's a small peninsula jutting into the Zaan. It's wild, industrial, and perfect for a sunset walk when you want to see the windmills of Zaanse Schans in the distance without the crowds of tourist buses. BIND: Located on the old Hembrug terrain, this is the heart of the community. It's an old transformer building turned into a living-room café. There's a wood stove, various rugs, and someone is always playing guitar or hosting a small art workshop. The 'Dam' (Zaandam-style): On Friday nights we go to the square by the lock. It's much more intimate than Dam Square in Amsterdam. Sitting at Wonder's or Manzo's with a beer, watching the boats sail through the Wilhelminasluis, is how we truly unwind.
Auto-translated to English by AIDaily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe rest of Assendelft is difficult to reach, the neighbourhood bus only runs once an hour between 9 and 18, but otherwise it's very pleasant living here. All amenities are available, many schools, greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AINo contact with neighbours, used to have New neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AINice people who leave each other alone, but you can always turn to them when needed...
Auto-translated to English by AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy feeling says that people should be nicer to each other, keep the neighbourhood tidy, and there should be less nuisance in the flat. And people can help each other to keep it tidy too.
Auto-translated to English by AIA cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Unfortunately, many homes have mould and there are many loitering youths in the area. This affects safety.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €439,734 | €405,614 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,820 | – |
| Rent price | €1,647 p/m | €1,576 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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