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Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on the Houthavenkade in Zaandam is a compact home in a lively part of town. This listing does not state the year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,375 per month, the rent is 12% below the neighbourhood average, which is keen for a 49 m² apartment, though the floor area is 25% smaller than the local norm. For context, the supply of apartments in Zaanstad gives an idea of what else is available.
The Russische buurt is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel, address density is high at 3,467 addresses per km². The population is young, with many people aged 25 to 45, and households are mostly single or without children. 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." These are personal views, but they paint a picture of a neighbourhood with some challenges. For more context, see the Russische buurt neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, you have an AH to go just around the corner, and Albert Heijn, Ekoplaza and Vomar within a five-minute walk. Primary schools are a ten-minute walk away: Openbare Basisschool De Dijk is the closest, followed by OBS Herman Gorter. The area is well served by public transport, with Zaandam station a ten-minute walk away. Restaurants and a park are also within easy reach. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad oversees the wider area.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including vb&t Nieuwbouwmakelaars and vb&t Makelaars. The agent has not published the year of construction or energy label.
Details of this home
Houthavenkade 208, Zaandam
Fair · 2 residents
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.
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About Houthavenkade 208, Zaandam
At €1,375 per month, the rent is 12% below the neighbourhood average of €1,567. However, the apartment is 49 m², which is 25% smaller than the average 65 m² in the Russische buurt. So you're paying less than average, but for a smaller space. Compared to other rentals in the area, it's on the keen side for the price per square metre.
The Russische buurt is a very urban area with a high population density. It's popular with young adults and singles. Based on two resident reviews, opinions are divided: some mention deterioration and safety concerns in the evenings, while others note issues with cleanliness after the market. It's a lively area with amenities close by, but it may not suit everyone.
Zaandam station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach Amsterdam in around 15 minutes. The station is well connected, making this a convenient location for commuters.
There's an AH to go just 327 metres away, and Albert Heijn, Ekoplaza and Vomar are all within about 500,600 metres. For daily shopping, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. The closest is Openbare Basisschool De Dijk at 773 metres, followed by OBS Herman Gorter at 925 metres. Secondary schools are a bit further, at about 2.1 km.
The agent has published only the street and price. As a result, the page focuses on the neighbourhood and street rather than the home itself.
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