Kerkerak 137
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA spacious rental apartment on Kerkerak
This bright apartment on Kerkerak in Zaandam sits in the Russische buurt, a neighbourhood with a distinct character. The listing does not state a year of construction, so the rest of this page focuses on the home itself and its surroundings. At 122 m², this is a generous floor plan, and the rent of €2,441 sits well above the neighbourhood average of €1,638, which reflects the extra space on offer. For context, apartments in Zaanstad vary widely in size and price.
The Russische buurt
The Russische buurt neighbourhood is home to around 2,735 people, with a mix of ages and household types. Half of the households are single-person, and a fifth are families with children. Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings: one describes the area as "dilapidated," noting that the neighbourhood is deteriorating and that the municipality does little, while another says it "is not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings" and that the market can leave mess behind. These are personal perspectives, but they give a sense of the local mood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are well covered here. The Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are just around the corner, with a Vomar a couple of streets away, so grocery shopping is straightforward. For families, there are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Openbare Basisschool De Dijk and OBS Herman Gorter. The train station is also within easy reach, which is handy for commuting. The municipality of Zaanstad offers a range of amenities across the wider area.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via FRIS Woningmakelaars Amsterdam.
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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.
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About Kerkerak 137, Zaandam
Why is the rent so much higher than the neighbourhood average?
The rent of €2,441 is 49% above the neighbourhood average of €1,638. The main reason is the size: at 122 m², this apartment is 85% larger than the average rental in the area, which is 66 m². Larger homes naturally command higher rents, and this one offers considerably more space than most of what is available in the Russische buurt.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is A+++, which is the most efficient label available. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration and reflects the property's energy performance.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The train station is 0.8 km from the apartment, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other nearby cities. The exact walking time depends on your pace, but the distance is manageable for most people.
What do residents say about the Russische buurt?
Based on two reviews, opinions are divided. One resident describes the neighbourhood as "dilapidated," mentioning that it is deteriorating and that the municipality does little to help. Another says it "is not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings" and notes that after the market, it can take a day before the area is cleaned up. These are personal experiences, not a full picture.
What is the average household size in this neighbourhood?
The average household size in the Russische buurt is 1.8 people. Half of the households are single-person, which is a notable share, while 22% are households with children and 27% are households without children. This gives the neighbourhood a varied mix of residents, from young professionals to families.
Why is there no year of construction in this listing?
The agent has published the address, price, floor area and energy label, but the build year has not been provided. As a result, the age of the building is not known from this listing.
