Houthavenkade 176
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA new-build apartment on the Houthavenkade
This apartment on the Houthavenkade in Zaandam is part of a recent development, with an excellent A+++ energy label. The listing does not state a year of construction, so the exact age is not known. At €1,475 per month, the rent is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €1,480, making it a keenly priced option compared to other apartments in Zaanstad.
The Russische buurt
The Russische buurt is a densely urban area with over 3,400 addresses per square kilometre. Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings: one says the neighbourhood is "dilapidated" and that the municipality does little to maintain public spaces, while another finds it "not really safe in the evenings" and notes little contact with neighbours. The area has a young population, with many 25-to-45-year-olds and a high proportion of single-person households. For more context, see the neighbourhood Russische buurt.
Life on the street
For your daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Vomar are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Openbare Basisschool De Dijk and OBS Herman Gorter. The Houthavenkade itself is a quay, so you have water views and a lively setting. The municipality Zaanstad manages the wider area.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed via vb&t Nieuwbouwmakelaars and also appears on other channels.
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About Houthavenkade 176, Zaandam
Is €1,475 a fair price for this apartment?
The rent of €1,475 is slightly below the median of €1,480 for rentals in the Russische buurt, and well within the range of €1,054 to €2,900. Given the 58 m² floor area and A+++ energy label, the price per square metre (€25.43) is close to the neighbourhood average of €24.49, so it is in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs expected. It is typical for a new-build apartment.
How safe is the Russische buurt?
One resident review mentions it is "not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings." The total number of crimes recorded in the area is 764, but without a per-capita comparison, it is hard to judge. The neighbourhood has a very high urban density, which can sometimes correlate with higher crime rates.
What public transport is nearby?
Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk away (0.9 km), providing connections to Amsterdam and beyond.
Are there supermarkets close by?
Yes, Albert Heijn is just around the corner (515 m), and Ekoplaza and Vomar are a couple of streets away (515 m and 591 m respectively). There is also an AH to go at 314 m.
What schools are in the area?
Several primary schools are within a ten-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool De Dijk (760 m), OBS Herman Gorter (938 m), and Openbare Basisschool De Voorzaan (1028 m). Secondary schools are further away, at 2.1 km.
Why is the year of construction not stated?
The listing does not include the year of construction. This is a new-build apartment, so it is likely built recently, but the exact year is not provided by the agent.
