Kogerveld, Zaanstad
This apartment on Leverkruidweg 321 sits in Kogerveld, a residential area in Zaandam where the pace feels calm and the streets are lined with greenery. The home is a gallery flat, built in 1962, and is offered for €290,000. That asking price sits 4% above the WOZ value, which puts it on the high side compared with the market. For context, apartments in Zaanstad typically go for around this level, though each home is different.
The apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is 67 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has double glazing and HR glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. There is a balcony, and the property is on the first living floor. You own the property outright, and the homeowners' association fee is €246.38 per month.
Kogerveld is a neighbourhood where daily life feels straightforward and close to nature. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes living in Zaandam as "like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded," and mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories in the morning. Another resident, however, complains about "daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans," calling the area "an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood." These are just two voices among many. The neighbourhood itself has about 3,365 residents, and the mix of households is varied. For more on what it's like here, see the Kogerveld neighbourhood.
For daily errands, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and the AH XL and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Openbare Basisschool Kogerveld is a five-minute walk, and the Blaise Pascal College is also within walking distance. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Timmer Zaandam, and the pharmacy is Service Apotheek 't Kalf, both a short stroll away. Bus line 64 stops at Zaandam, Leverkruidweg, right on your doorstep, and the train station Zaandam Kogerveld is a ten-minute walk. The Zaans Medisch Centrum hospital is also nearby. For a broader view of the area, the municipality of Zaanstad has plenty to offer.
The WOZ value of the home is €279,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €188,000 to €279,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the area-level climate indications show low pluvial flooding risk, medium flood risk now and in 2050, and low heat stress now, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including KRK Makelaars.
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Details of this home
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.
About Leverkruidweg 321, Zaandam
The asking price of €290,000 is 4% above the WOZ value of €279,000 (reference date 1 January 2025). This means the asking price is slightly higher than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it gives an indication of how the price relates to the official valuation.
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 67 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the property is located on the first living floor of a gallery flat.
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home does have double glazing and HR glazing, which helps, but the label E indicates that the overall energy performance is moderate.
The homeowners' association fee is €246.38 per month. This fee is paid to the VvE (homeowners' association) and typically covers shared maintenance, insurance, and sometimes a reserve fund for future repairs. The exact coverage depends on the VvE's regulations.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 41 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the norm. This means road traffic noise may be noticeable, but rail and air traffic are within acceptable limits.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on area-level data, not an inspection of the specific property. The home was built in 1962, which is before 1970, but the low risk indication suggests that foundation issues are not a major concern in this area.
The area-level climate indications show a low risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) and a medium risk of flooding from rivers or the sea, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications for the area, not for this specific home.
The nearest supermarket is the Dekamarkt, about 509 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The AH XL is 723 metres away, and the Lidl is 754 metres away. There are also an Aldi and another Dekamarkt within a kilometre, so you have plenty of options for groceries.
Openbare Basisschool Kogerveld is the nearest primary school, about 340 metres away. For secondary education, the Blaise Pascal College is 770 metres away, and the Zuiderzee College is 795 metres away. There are also other primary schools within a short distance.
The bus stop Zaandam, Leverkruidweg is just 120 metres away, served by bus line 64. There is also a stop at Fonteinkruidweg (177 metres) and Koekoeksbloemweg (329 metres), all on the same line. The train station Zaandam Kogerveld is 728 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident praises the "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature" and the smell of chocolate from local factories. Another resident complains about "daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans" and calls it an "antisocial abdoela neighbourhood." These are just two perspectives.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €251,333 | €262,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,266 | – |
| Rent price | €1,644 p/m | €1,791 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €29 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €464,844 | €423,155 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,753 | – |
| Rent price | €1,668 p/m | €1,602 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Leverkruidweg 321, Zaandam
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