Rosmolenbuurt West, Zaanstad
This apartment on De Gortpeller 116 sits in the Rosmolenbuurt West neighbourhood of Zaandam, a lively part of town where the streets feel lived-in and neighbours know each other. The home was built in 2006 and has an energy label C. With a price of €589,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Zaanstad, and it sits 31% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood.
This three-room apartment on the fifth floor has two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 96 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 98 square metres. The home comes with a sunny terrace facing the southwest, a parking space in the garage, and a freehold ownership. It is fully insulated with double glazing and heated by block heating. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €265.81.
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.5, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly." Another mentions: "Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other." The neighbourhood has about 5,985 inhabitants, and a mix of housing, with 40% owner-occupied homes. For a sense of what it's like to live here, the Rosmolenbuurt West neighbourhood offers a good starting point.
For daily errands, the Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, and the SPAR express is just around the corner. The AH XL is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft and Openbare basisschool In 't Veld are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk van Loenen, and the pharmacy Apotheek Zaandam Oost BV is just around the corner. Bus stop Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg/Westzijde with line 67 is a couple of streets away, and Zaandam Kogerveld train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad covers the wider area.
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €581,000, and the asking price is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 39%, from €417,000 to €581,000. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the flood risk is low for both now and 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including FRIS Woningmakelaars Amsterdam.
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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.
About De Gortpeller 116, Zaandam
The asking price of €589,000 is 1% above the WOZ value of €581,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 31% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €449,188.
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 96 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 98 square metres. It is located on the fifth floor and has a sunny terrace facing the southwest.
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €581,000. Over the past five years, the value has increased by 39%, from €417,000 in 2020 to €581,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, which may differ from the actual market value.
According to public risk data, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 39 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements at the property itself.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, just 134 metres away. SPAR express is 342 metres away, and AH XL is 667 metres away. There are also Dirk and another Dekamarkt within about 700 to 900 metres. This gives you several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is 279 metres away, and Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is 281 metres away. For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 549 metres away, and Blaise Pascal College is 857 metres away. There are also other schools within a few kilometres.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg/Westzijde, 196 metres away, served by line 67. Another stop, Zaandam, Kopermolenstraat, is 359 metres away with lines 64, 65, 69, and 391. The nearest train station is Zaandam Kogerveld, 863 metres away.
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly." Another mentions: "Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities."
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, but it does not directly describe the insulation or heating system. The agent states that the home has double glazing and is fully insulated, and it is heated by block heating. Expect moderate energy costs for a label C home.
According to public risk data, the flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. The foundation risk indication is low. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific property.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 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 | €444,624 | €405,857 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,773 | – |
| Rent price | €1,649 p/m | €1,580 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
De Gortpeller 116, Zaandam
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