Poelenburg Zuid, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Linnaeusstraat feels like a calm retreat in a lively part of Zaandam. With 67 m² of living space and an energy label C, it's a practical home for a couple or small family. The asking price of €300,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €355,000, and there are currently six other apartments in Zaanstad on the market.
Poelenburg Zuid is a wonderfully multicultural area, as one resident who has lived here for over 40 years puts it: 'Have lived here for over 40 years, don't want to leave despite negative reactions from outsiders.' Another resident describes it as 'Cosy but many loitering youths,' noting that 'a cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery' is marred by mould in some homes and loitering youths affecting safety. The neighbourhood Poelenburg Zuid has a mix of families and singles, with average incomes and a strong sense of community.
For daily shopping, Vomar is just around the corner, and there's a SPAR express a couple of streets away. Families with children have several schools within walking distance: Islamitische Basisschool De Horizon is a five-minute walk, and Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde is a couple of streets further. The municipality Zaanstad offers parks and green spaces nearby, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Evim Makelaars. The listing is complete with all key details provided.
Details of this home
Linnaeusstraat 204, Zaandam
Satisfactory · 2 residents
A 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 AIHave lived here for over 40 years, don't want to leave despite negative reactions from outsiders
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About Linnaeusstraat 204, Zaandam
The asking price of €300,000 is 15% below the average asking price in Poelenburg Zuid (€355,000). However, the apartment is also 27% smaller than the neighbourhood average (67 m² vs 92 m²). Given the lower price per square metre, it is priced keenly compared to other listings in the area.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for homes built in the 1960s. In Poelenburg Zuid, 50% of homes have label C and 50% have label D or lower, so this home is in the better half of the neighbourhood. You can expect moderate energy costs.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride. The station provides connections to Amsterdam and other cities.
Based on two resident reviews, the neighbourhood is described as 'cosy' and 'multicultural'. One long-term resident loves it and doesn't want to leave, while another mentions loitering youths as a downside. Overall, it's a diverse community with a mix of families and singles.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance: Islamitische Basisschool De Horizon (5 minutes), Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde (8 minutes), and RK basisschool Paus Joannes (9 minutes). For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is about 10 minutes away.
The nearest supermarket is Vomar, just 679 metres away (about 8 minutes on foot). There is also a SPAR express at 776 metres. For more variety, a Lidl is 1.5 km away.
The neighbourhood has 150 reported crimes per year, which is moderate for an urban area. One resident mentions loitering youths affecting safety, but another feels safe enough to have lived there for 40 years. It's a mixed picture.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Poelenburg Zuid
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