Burgemeestersbuurt, Zaanstad
This apartment on Hanenpad 47B sits in the Burgemeestersbuurt, a neighbourhood in Zaandam that residents describe as quiet and friendly. The asking price of €275,000 is 35% below the average asking price of €424,750 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. The living area of 45 m² is 51% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 92 m², so the price per square metre works out higher than the average for the area. For context, the neighbourhood currently has four homes for sale, with asking prices ranging from €345,000 to €575,000. If you are looking for a compact apartment, this one is worth a look alongside other apartments in Zaanstad.
The apartment dates from 1900 and has an energy label B. According to the agent, it has two rooms in total, with one bedroom. The floor area is listed as 45 m², both in the BAG registration and in the agent's listing, so there is no discrepancy here. The home is offered for sale through multiple channels, including Stuurman en Stuurman Makelaars en Taxateurs.
The Burgemeestersbuurt is a residential area with a mix of housing, and residents give it an average score of 7.15 out of 10 based on six reviews. One resident says: "It is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice." Another resident notes: "generally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here." The neighbourhood has around 3,800 inhabitants, and about 67% of the homes are single-family houses. For more details, you can read about the Burgemeestersbuurt neighbourhood.
For daily errands, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk, including Vomar and AH XL. Primary schools are close by: OBS Herman Gorter is a couple of streets away, and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool is also nearby. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Broekema, and the pharmacy Boots Apotheek Burcht is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Zaandam, Morgensterstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 111, 391 and N94. The train station Zaandam is about a ten-minute walk away. The area is part of the municipality of Zaanstad.
No WOZ value is available for this home, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the area-level indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Stuurman en Stuurman Makelaars en Taxateurs.
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About Hanenpad 47B, Zaandam
The asking price of €275,000 is 35% below the average asking price of €424,750 for homes currently for sale in the Burgemeestersbuurt. The neighbourhood has four homes for sale, with prices ranging from €345,000 to €575,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,645, while this home is listed at €6,111 per m², based on the agent's listing.
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms in total, including one bedroom. The living area is 45 m², as stated in both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home was built in 1900 and has an energy label B.
No WOZ value is stated for this home. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is not included in the listing. Without it, there is no official comparison between the asking price and the municipal valuation.
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is an area-level indication based on the year of construction (1900) and other factors, not an inspection of the specific property. The risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 610 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Other supermarkets within a short distance include Vomar at about 1,026 metres and AH XL at about 1,052 metres. There are 37 supermarkets within 5 km of the address.
There are several schools within walking distance. OBS Herman Gorter, a primary school, is about 309 metres away, and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool is about 326 metres away. For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is about 647 metres away. In total, there are 52 schools within 5 km.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Morgensterstraat, about 255 metres away, with bus lines 111, 391 and N94. The train station Zaandam is about 1,517 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it possible to travel to nearby cities, though specific destinations are not listed.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says it is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses and good infrastructure, close to Amsterdam. Another resident mentions that they experience no nuisance and that children can play outside safely. Some residents note that the area has become busier with traffic compared to 20 years ago.
The apartment has one bedroom and a living area of 45 m², which makes it compact. Whether it suits a couple or a single person depends on personal preferences. The home does not have a garden or balcony listed, so outdoor space is limited.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Reasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice. The infrastructure is very good and there are more and more improvements. It is a shame that there is not a larger centre, because at the moment there are only clothing stores, terraces and restaurants. House prices are also getting more expensive, and are starting to look more and more like those in Amsterdam. There are also plenty of sports clubs. The only problem is the Poelenburg district, where there are sometimes issues. I hope that more attention will be paid to that.
Auto-translated to English by AIgenerally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood, but the waste collection could be better. There's also so much loose rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone looks out for each other, sometimes good, sometimes less pleasant.
Auto-translated to English by AIPlus In the centre quiet social neighbourhood Min Lots of rubbish on the street Parking problem
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €387,389 | €350,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,431 | – |
How residents experience their district
Ik woon in een rustige buurt waar veel gezinnen met jonge kinderen wonen. De sfeer is prettig en ontspannen. Iedereen gaat respectvol met elkaar om en niemand wordt buitengesloten. Er is echt een gevoel van samenhorigheid. Het is een fijne plek om te wonen, zeker als je op zoek bent naar een veilige en vriendelijke omgeving.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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 AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AINo more than 27 years ago
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice. The infrastructure is very good and there are more and more improvements. It is a shame that there is not a larger centre, because at the moment there are only clothing stores, terraces and restaurants. House prices are also getting more expensive, and are starting to look more and more like those in Amsterdam. There are also plenty of sports clubs. The only problem is the Poelenburg district, where there are sometimes issues. I hope that more attention will be paid to that.
Auto-translated to English by AIgenerally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here
Auto-translated to English by AIOnly Good morning Good afternoon nothing else it's very quiet here I love bustle around me children playing people sitting outside on summer evenings.
Auto-translated to English by AIMessy neighbourhood, generally nice people but could do with more pulling together (including myself), almost everyone has a fast life here, it would be nice if people were sometimes less rushed and took it easy doing something for someone else, this could be something very small like greeting someone kindly or letting someone go ahead. The neighbourhood could also be a bit tidier in some places, there is rubbish lying in the streets, also from all the DIY that goes on a lot. Furthermore, there are primary schools in the area but they are very full. Also secondary education which is not far by bike. There are restaurants, cafés, lunch spots, a supermarket, bike repair shop, hairdresser, much more and the city of course, which is very close. Also there is regularly a nice party at the Burcht and the river Zaan is nice to walk along. The neighbourhood feels reasonably safe, if something unpleasant were to happen that is seen by residents, I am quite sure they would come to help if needed. Green space is unfortunately somewhat lacking, in principle logical because it's the Randstad but I think it could easily be a lot greener, especially the gardens.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €428,183 | €386,284 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,425 | – |
| Rent price | €2,228 p/m | €2,228 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Ik woon in een rustige buurt waar veel gezinnen met jonge kinderen wonen. De sfeer is prettig en ontspannen. Iedereen gaat respectvol met elkaar om en niemand wordt buitengesloten. Er is echt een gevoel van samenhorigheid. Het is een fijne plek om te wonen, zeker als je op zoek bent naar een veilige en vriendelijke omgeving.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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 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 | €480,007 | €435,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,771 | – |
| Rent price | €1,721 p/m | €1,668 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Hanenpad 47B, Zaandam
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