Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis modern apartment on De Gashouder 82 is part of a 2023 development, so everything is fresh and energy-efficient with an A+++ label. At €1,695 per month, the rent is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €1,984, which makes it a keen option for a new-build in this part of Zaandam. For context, the average rent for apartments in Zaanstad sits higher, so this home offers good value.
Oud West is a lively, urban area with a mix of pre-war and new-build homes. With 5,150 residents and a high address density of 3,640 per km², it feels bustling. Many households are singles (1,425) and the average household size is 1.8, so it's popular with young professionals and students. There are no resident reviews available yet, but the CBS data shows a diverse age spread. The Oud West neighbourhood is well-connected and has a strong sense of community.
Daily errands are a breeze: the SPAR express is just on your doorstep, and a Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. For schools, the Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a five-minute walk, and the Zaanlands Lyceum is also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. The municipality of Zaanstad offers plenty of green space and cultural spots like the Zaans Museum.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Brockhoff Verhuur.
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Yes, it's competitive. The average rent in Oud West is €1,984, so this apartment is 15% cheaper. However, the floor area (77 m²) is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 140 m², so you're paying less for a compact, new-build home.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, so you can expect very low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
The SPAR express is just 75 metres away, literally on your doorstep. For a larger shop, Dekamarkt is 413 metres away, about a five-minute walk.
The closest primary school is Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft at 252 metres. For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 412 metres away. Both are within easy walking distance.
The train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct connections to Amsterdam and other cities.
The CBS data records 243 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which is moderate for an urban area. The area has a mix of residents and is generally considered lively but safe.
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 Gashouder 82, Zaandam
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