Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on De Faam sits in a quiet part of Oud West, a neighbourhood that feels both established and lively. With 174 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than most homes in the area. The asking price of €900,000 is more than double the neighbourhood average of €443,719, so it is on the high side, but then you are getting a home that is 107% larger than the typical Oud West property. For context, apartments in Zaanstad vary widely in size and price.
Oud West is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and newer housing. It is home to around 5,150 people, many living alone (about 1,425 single-person households). The area has a strong urban feel, with an address density of 3,640 per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a diverse age profile, with a notable share of residents aged 25 to 45. The neighbourhood is well connected, with a train station about 1.2 km away. For more on the area, see the Oud West neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: ICBS het Zaanplein, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft. Secondary education is also close, with Zaanlands Lyceum about 681 m away. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Zaanstad, which manages local amenities and services.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Adriaanssen makelaardij. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details across sources.
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The asking price of €900,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €443,719 and the median of €405,000. However, this apartment is 174 m², which is 107% larger than the average home in Oud West (84 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €5,172, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,946 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting more space for your money compared to other homes in the area.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low expected energy costs. In the neighbourhood, about 21.4% of homes have label A+ and 14.3% have label A, so this apartment is among the more efficient properties in Oud West.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other cities in the region.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: ICBS het Zaanplein (444 m), Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (507 m), and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (530 m). For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is about 681 m away.
Dirk is just 190 m away, making it very convenient for daily shopping. Dekamarkt is 384 m away, and Vomar is 626 m. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both about 782 m from the apartment.
Currently, there are 32 homes for sale in Oud West, with prices ranging from €240,000 to €1,025,000. The average asking price is €443,719, and the average size is 84 m². This apartment is significantly larger and more expensive than most.
In the most recent data, there were 243 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. This is a moderate figure for an urban area with over 5,000 residents. Specific crime types are not detailed in the data.
Yes, a park or public garden is about 700 m away, which is a ten-minute walk. This provides a good option for outdoor relaxation or exercise.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €443,719 | €405,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,946 | – |
| Rent price | €1,984 p/m | €1,805 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €427,576 | €402,826 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,893 | – |
| Rent price | €1,695 p/m | €1,597 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
De Faam 22, Zaandam
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