Hermitage 131
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA modern apartment in Zaandam's Russische buurt
This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. The apartment is 92 m² and was built in 2010, with a rent of €2,150 per month. That is 37% above the neighbourhood average, so on the high side, but you get a larger-than-average floor area. For context, see other apartments in Zaanstad.
The Russische buurt neighbourhood
Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings. One says: "This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing." Another notes: "It's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up." The area is very urban, with a high address density. Many households are single-person, and the population is relatively young. For more, see the Russische buurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Ekoplaza is just around the corner. For primary schools, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is a five-minute walk away, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and there are plenty of restaurants nearby. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Zaanstad.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed via www.vva.amsterdam and. The agent has not published an energy label.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Hermitage 131, Zaandam
Why is the energy label not stated?
The agent has not provided it, so we cannot comment on the home's energy efficiency.
Is €2,150 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €1,567, but the apartment is also 42% larger than the average (92 m² vs 65 m²). Whether it is fair depends on your priorities: you pay a premium for extra space in a central location.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Russische buurt is a very urban area with a high population density. Reviews mention concerns about cleanliness and safety in the evenings, but also note that it is central. The neighbourhood has many singles and young adults.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
An Albert Heijn is just 29 metres away, so literally on your doorstep. Ekoplaza is also very close, and there are several other supermarkets within a few minutes' walk.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is about 592 metres away, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is 621 metres. Secondary schools are a bit further, at around 2.1 km.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities convenient.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The agent has published only the street and price on www.vva.amsterdam and.
Experiences from Russische buurt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Russische buurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €383,282 | €342,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,981 | – |
| Rent price | €1,567 p/m | €1,480 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Oude Haven
How residents experience their district
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Oude Haven
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €383,282 | €342,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,981 | – |
| Rent price | €1,567 p/m | €1,481 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
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 AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,310 | €407,295 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,822 | – |
| Rent price | €1,590 p/m | €1,530 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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Hermitage 131, Zaandam
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