Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, Zaanstad
This fifth-floor apartment on Hendrick Rietschoofplein 19 sits in the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, a lively part of Zaandam West. With the Zaan river nearby and a free view over the water, the setting feels open and calm. The asking price of €995,000 is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Zaanstad, which reflects the size and the roof terrace.
Built in 2006, this apartment spans two floors and offers four rooms, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is 170 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 173 m². The home has a roof terrace and an indoor garage, and it comes with full ownership. The agent mentions insulation in the roof and floor, and a heat pump for heating. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €422.
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes Zaandam as having a raw, industrial soul, with quiet corners along the Zaan and the smell of chocolate from local factories on certain winds. Another mentions the De Hemmes peninsula as a favourite spot for sunset walks. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,080 inhabitants, and about 81% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR express is on your doorstep, and a Dekamarkt is just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a couple of streets away, and Zaanlands Lyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk van Loenen and Apotheek MC Zaanzorg are both within a five-minute walk, as is the Zaans Medisch Centrum hospital. Bus stop Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg/Westzijde is just around the corner with line 67, and Zaandam Kogerveld train station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zaanstad.
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €930,000, and the asking price is 7% above that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 28%, from €724,000 to €930,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this home. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail, air and industry noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and the current flood risk is low, but heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050.
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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 Hendrick Rietschoofplein 19, Zaandam
The asking price of €995,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €930,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 28%, from €724,000 to €930,000.
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is 170 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 173 m². There is also a roof terrace and an indoor garage.
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. The agent also mentions insulation in the roof and floor, and a heat pump for heating. These are separate facts from the label itself. The label indicates the energy performance, so you can expect relatively low energy costs.
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €422. This amount is stated by the agent and covers the costs of the shared areas and maintenance.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Noise from rail, air and industry is below the norm. These are indications for the area, not a measurement at this specific home.
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. In this neighbourhood, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home.
The pluvial flooding risk is low, and the current flood risk is low. The heat stress risk is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific property.
A SPAR express is about 100 metres away, and a Dekamarkt is about 460 metres away. There is also an AH XL at about 720 metres. These distances are measured as the crow flies.
Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is about 320 metres away, and Zaanlands Lyceum for secondary education is about 420 metres away. There are also other primary and secondary schools within a short distance.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg/Westzijde, about 230 metres away, with line 67. Another stop, Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg, is about 330 metres away with lines 64, 65, 69, 394 and N19. The nearest train station is Zaandam Kogerveld, about 550 metres away.
The Schilders- en Waddenbuurt has around 3,080 inhabitants. About 81% of the homes are owner-occupied. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident mentions the quiet corners along the Zaan and the smell of chocolate from local factories.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €311,625 | €311,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,206 | – |
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 | €430,411 | €405,467 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,876 | – |
| Rent price | €1,667 p/m | €1,539 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 | €465,681 | €423,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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