Ooievaarstraat 26A
Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA first floor flat in Oud West
Oud West in Zaandam has a lively, down-to-earth feel, with the Zaan river and its industrial heritage never far away. This first floor apartment on the Ooievaarstraat sits on a quiet road in the centre, a setting the agent highlights. At €275,000, the asking price is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €527,762, making it the cheapest of the 63 homes currently for sale in this area. That puts it on the sharp side of the market, especially when you consider the apartments in Zaanstad as a whole.
Inside the apartment
The flat, built in 1900, has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom on a single floor. The living area is listed as 47 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 61 m². According to the agent, the home has double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered with full ownership, and the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €180.67. There is no garage.
Life in Oud West
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes Zaandam as having a raw, industrial soul, with quiet corners along the Zaan and a daily rhythm that sometimes includes the scent of chocolate from local factories. Another mentions that all amenities are available and there is plenty of greenery. These are municipal-level impressions, not specific to Oud West itself. The neighbourhood has around 5,150 inhabitants, and a large share of single-person households. For a closer look at what this area offers, the Oud West neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, with a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away, and a SPAR express within a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a couple of streets away, and Zaanlands Lyceum for secondary education is also close. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both a ten-minute walk, and the Zaans Medisch Centrum hospital is within walking distance too. Bus line 67 stops at Zaandam, Parkstraat on your doorstep, and the train station in Zaandam is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €295,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 7% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 82%, from €162,000 to €295,000. As for the address itself, the road traffic noise level is 52 dB, which is above the norm, while rail, air and industrial noise are all below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area-level data notes that the home was built in 1900 on peat soil, with 9% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while current flood risk is low. 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 two channels, both through Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken, with listings on Huispedia and Funda.
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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 Ooievaarstraat 26A, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €295,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 82%, from €162,000 in 2020 to €295,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this first floor apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 47 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 61 m². The home has double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The home does have double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, which can help with keeping the home warm. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1900 on peat soil, and in the surrounding area, 9% of properties show an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 52 dB, which is above the noise norm. Rail, air and industrial noise levels are all below their respective norms. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A Dirk supermarket is about 377 metres away, and a Dekamarkt is about 383 metres away, both within a short walk. A SPAR express is about 659 metres away, and a Vomar and an Albert Heijn are both within about 860 metres. This gives you several options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is about 336 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is about 405 metres away, both primary schools. For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is about 405 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within walking distance.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 67 stops at Zaandam, Parkstraat, about 203 metres away, and also at Zaandam, Vincent van Goghweg/Westzijde and Zaandam, Botenmakersstraat, both within about 500 metres. The nearest train station is Zaandam, about 874 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oud West in Zaandam has around 5,150 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident mentions the quiet corners along the Zaan and the local amenities, while another notes the greenery and schools. These are municipal-level impressions.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €180.67. This is stated in the listing. The fee typically covers shared costs for the building, but the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
Statistics for Oud West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €527,762 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,744 | – |
| Rent price | €1,971 p/m | €1,673 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaandam West
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €505,507 | €442,579 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,737 | – |
| Rent price | €1,605 p/m | €1,406 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 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 | €497,588 | €422,519 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,766 | – |
| Rent price | €1,684 p/m | €1,615 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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