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Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on De Faam in Zaandam's Oud West neighbourhood is a generous 166 m², built in 2005 and carrying an A+ energy label. The price of €825,000 is 86% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €443,719, which reflects the exceptional size and modern efficiency. For context, apartments in Zaanstad vary widely, but this one is clearly at the top end.
Oud West is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel (address density 3,640 per km²). The population of around 5,150 is a mix: many singles and couples, with about 670 households with children. The housing stock is split between pre-war homes (81%) and a handful of newer builds. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a diverse, active community. The Oud West neighbourhood is well-established and central.
Your daily shopping is easy: Dirk is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, ICBS het Zaanplein and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut are both within a five-minute walk. Secondary school Zaanlands Lyceum is a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.2 km away, so commuting is straightforward. The municipality of Zaanstad offers plenty of amenities nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively via Brantjes Makelaars Zaandam.
Details of this home
De Faam 8, Zaandam
Data from Oud West
Data from Oud West
36 within 5 km
49 within 5 km
About De Faam 8, Zaandam
The asking price of €825,000 is 86% above the neighbourhood average of €443,719. However, this apartment is also 98% larger than the average (166 m² vs 84 m²) and has a modern A+ energy label, while many homes in Oud West are pre-war. Given the size and efficiency, the price is on the high side but reflects the premium specs.
The floor area is 166 m², which is nearly double the neighbourhood average of 84 m². The property was built in 2005, so it offers a modern layout and good insulation.
The energy label is A+, the highest rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, with low heating costs expected. In the neighbourhood, only 21.4% of homes have an A+ label, so this is a standout feature.
Oud West is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel. It has a mix of singles, couples, and families, with many pre-war homes. The area is lively and central, with shops, schools, and the train station within walking distance.
The train station is 1.2 km from the apartment, about a 15-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities straightforward.
Yes, Dirk is just 190 m away, and Dekamarkt is 384 m. Vomar and Albert Heijn are also within a ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Primary schools include ICBS het Zaanplein (444 m) and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (507 m). For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 681 m away. All are within easy walking distance.
Currently, 32 homes are for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €240,000 to €1,025,000. The average asking price is €443,719, and the median is €405,000.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud West
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