A bright, energy-efficient apartment on Kerkerak
This apartment on Kerkerak sits in the Russische buurt, a part of Zaandam with a distinct character. The listing does not state a year of construction, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the building's history. At €1,913 per month, the rent is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €1,862, which is in line with the market given the home's size and label. For context, apartments in Zaanstad show a similar pattern.
The Russische buurt
The Russische buurt is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong urban feel. Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings: one describes the area as "dilapidated," noting that "people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean" and that new construction nearby blocks light. Another resident says it's "not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings" and mentions limited contact with neighbours. The population is diverse, with many single-person households and a large share of residents aged 25 to 45. For more on the area, see the Russische buurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, an AH to go, is just around the corner, and a full Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For schools, Openbare Basisschool De Dijk is a ten-minute walk, with OBS Herman Gorter and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut slightly further. The train station is also within a ten-minute walk, which helps for commuting. The municipality of Zaanstad covers the wider area, and you can read more about the municipality of Zaanstad for context.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including vb&t Nieuwbouwmakelaars.
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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 Kerkerak 15, Zaandam
Is €1,913 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,913 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €1,862 and the median of €1,824. Given the 84 m² floor area and the A+++ energy label, the price per square metre works out to about €22.77, which is close to the neighbourhood average of €23.32. So it's in line with what similar homes in the Russische buurt go for.
What does the A+++ energy label mean for this home?
An A+++ label is the most efficient rating on the scale, which means the home is very energy-efficient. This typically translates into lower heating and electricity costs compared to less efficient homes. The label is an official registration, so you can expect the property to perform well in terms of energy use.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The closest supermarket is an AH to go at 231 metres, which is just around the corner. A full Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are both at 361 metres, about a five-minute walk. A Vomar is at 468 metres, so daily grocery shopping is very convenient from this location.
What are the schools like nearby?
There are several primary schools within a reasonable walk. Openbare Basisschool De Dijk is the nearest at 716 metres, followed by OBS Herman Gorter at 946 metres and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut at 952 metres. All are within about a ten-minute walk, which is handy for families with young children.
How is the public transport connection?
The train station is 0.8 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you a direct connection to the wider region. The exact lines and destinations are not detailed here, but the proximity to the station makes commuting by train a practical option.
Why is there no year of construction in the listing?
This means the age of the building is not provided, so any assumptions about its condition would be speculative.
