Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on De Factorij 31 sits in a quiet part of Zaandam, with a modern feel thanks to its 1999 construction and A energy label. The 82 m² floor area is 28% larger than the neighbourhood average, and the asking price of €389,000 is 25% above the local average of €311,625, so it's on the high side, but you get more space and a top energy rating. For context, apartments in Zaanstad vary widely in price and size.
The Schilders- en Waddenbuurt is a lively, urban area with a mix of families and singles. Around 65% of homes are single-family houses, and 81% are owner-occupied. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 2,793 per km²) and a park or public garden just a couple of streets away. No resident reviews are available for this area, so the picture comes from CBS data: it's a diverse community with many households with children. For more on the area, see the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, the nearest Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, and a SPAR express is just around the corner. There are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. Schools are well within reach: the Zaanlands Lyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk away, and primary school Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is also just around the corner. The area is well connected, with Zaandam train station a ten-minute walk away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zaanstad.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Thijssen Makelaardij and Funda.
Details of this home
De Factorij 31, Zaandam
Data from Schilders- en Waddenbuurt
Data from Schilders- en Waddenbuurt
37 within 5 km
54 within 5 km
About De Factorij 31, Zaandam
The asking price of €389,000 is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €311,625. However, this apartment is also 28% larger than the average (82 m² vs 64 m²) and has an A energy label, which is better than most homes in the area (only 25% have label A). So the premium reflects more space and efficiency. Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood averaged €500,789, but those were likely different property types.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means heating and electricity costs are likely to be low compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, only 25% of homes have label A, while 50% have label D or lower, so this apartment stands out for its energy performance.
Zaandam train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach Amsterdam Central in around 15 minutes.
Several schools are within walking distance. The Zaanlands Lyceum (secondary, 428 m) and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (primary, 469 m) are both just around the corner. Other options include Openbare basisschool In 't Veld (707 m) and Compaen vmbo (936 m).
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt at 243 m, on your doorstep. A SPAR express is at 318 m, just around the corner. There are also other Dekamarkt branches at 714 m and 800 m, and an Aldi at 865 m, all within a ten-minute walk.
Currently, there are 4 apartments for sale in the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, with asking prices ranging from €275,000 to €349,000. This apartment is priced above that range, but it is also larger and more energy-efficient.
The Schilders- en Waddenbuurt is a densely populated urban area with a mix of families and singles. Most homes are owner-occupied (81%) and single-family houses (65%). There is a park within 300 m, and the area has good access to shops and schools. The crime rate is moderate, with 68 total offences recorded.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schilders- en Waddenbuurt