Hoveniersstraat 2A
Rosmolenbuurt West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA compact apartment in Rosmolenbuurt West
This ground-floor apartment on Hoveniersstraat 2A sits in Rosmolenbuurt West, a lively part of Zaandam where the streets feel lived-in and neighbours know each other. The asking price of €300,000 is sharp compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €449,188. That puts this home well below the neighbourhood average, and it is also reflected in the price per square metre of €6,383, based on the agent's listing. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other apartments in Zaanstad.
Inside the home
Built in 1934, this apartment spans two floors and offers two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 47 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has a garden at the back, and it is located on the ground floor. It comes with double glazing and is fully insulated, according to the agent, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. The property is freehold, so you own the land as well as the building.
Life in Rosmolenbuurt West
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly." Another mentions: "Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other." A third resident describes it as an "old working-class neighbourhood" with "quite a lot of greenery." The neighbourhood itself is home to around 6,000 people, and about 45% of households are single-person households. For more details, you can explore the Rosmolenbuurt West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, and Dirk is just around the corner. For primary education, ICBS het Zaanplein and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Boddeus, Cornelissen & Pastoors, and the pharmacy Apotheek Zaandam Oost is nearby. For public transport, bus stop Zaandam, Parkstraat is just around the corner with line 67, and Zaandam, Veldvliegerweg is a couple of streets away with lines 64, 65, 69 and 391. The train station Zaandam is a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €292,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% above that value. Over the past year, the WOZ value has risen from €288,000 to €292,000. According to public address-level data, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and other noise sources (rail, air, industry) are also below their norms. 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.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Thijssen Makelaardij.
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About Hoveniersstraat 2A, Zaandam
What is the asking price and how does it compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price is €300,000. This is 33% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €449,188. The price per square metre is €6,383, based on the agent's listing. The home is 47 m², which is 55% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 104 m².
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 47 m². It is located on the ground floor and has a garden at the back.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €292,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this value. The WOZ value has increased from €288,000 in the previous year.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, which is below the norm. Noise from rail, air and industry is also below the respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is an area-level indication and does not replace an inspection of the specific property. The home was built in 1934.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 199 metres away. Dirk is about 439 metres away, and SPAR express is about 656 metres away. There are also Vomar and AH XL within about a kilometre.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including ICBS het Zaanplein (about 454 m) and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (about 461 m). For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is about 693 m away.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Zaandam, which is about 1.1 km away. That is roughly a ten-minute walk. There are also several bus stops nearby with lines 67, 64, 65, 69 and 391.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home has double glazing and is fully insulated. It also has a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says they feel at home and have never been discriminated against. Another mentions a fairly quiet street with some nuisance from loitering youths in the evening, but also a nice social neighbourhood team.
Experiences from Rosmolenbuurt West
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Rosmolenbuurt West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
Experiences from Rosmolenwijk
How residents experience their district
I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Rosmolenwijk
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 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 | €439,734 | €405,614 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,820 | – |
| Rent price | €1,647 p/m | €1,576 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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