Appartement te koop: Oost-Dorsch 42, Zaandam
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Oost-Dorsch 42

Poelenburg Zuid, Zaanstad

€ 275,000
Neighbourhood Poelenburg Zuid, ZaandamNeighbourhood
SPAR express 463m away
10 supermarkets within 1 km
Popular neighbourhood for first-time buyers
31% of residents are aged 25 to 45
Energy label C
Insulation can make a big difference at this label
AI summary

A quiet apartment in Poelenburg Zuid

This apartment on Oost-Dorsch sits in a leafy part of Poelenburg Zuid, a neighbourhood with a mix of low-rise blocks and green spaces. At 84 m² and with a C energy label, it's a practical home from 1972. The asking price of €275,000 is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €355,000, making it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Zaanstad.

The Poelenburg Zuid neighbourhood

Poelenburg Zuid is a multicultural area with a strong sense of community. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate the greenery and the cosy atmosphere. One resident says: "A cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery." Another, who has lived here for over 40 years, calls it "wonderfully multicultural" and says they don't want to leave despite negative reactions from outsiders. The area has a mix of families and singles, with average incomes and a high proportion of social housing. For more context, see the Poelenburg Zuid neighbourhood.

Life on the street

For daily groceries, the SPAR express is just around the corner, and Vomar is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools are within easy reach: Islamitische Basisschool De Horizon is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool De Kweekvijver is a five-minute walk. The nearest secondary school, VMBO Pascal Zuid, is also about a ten-minute walk. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the neighbourhood has several restaurants within walking distance. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad provides local services and amenities.

Source and availability

At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaar Van der Linden Amsterdam, Makelaardij Van der Linden Amsterdam, and van der Linden Groep.

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Features

Details of this home

Date discovered3 May 2026
StatusAvailable
Price € 275,000
Price per m²€ 3,274
Living area84m²
Year built1972
Energy labelC
NeighbourhoodPoelenburg Zuid
DistrictPoelenburg
MunicipalityZaanstad
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Location

Oost-Dorsch 42, Zaandam

Experiences from the neighbourhood

Satisfactory · 2 residents

5.4
Cagla
21-12-2025
Cosy but many loitering youths.

A cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Unfortunately, many homes have mould and there are many loitering youths in the area. This affects safety.

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7.9
Esther van den Bosch
09-10-2025
Wonderfully multicultural

Have lived here for over 40 years, don't want to leave despite negative reactions from outsiders

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Neighbourhood statistics

Data from Poelenburg Zuid

Residents4,010
Men49%
Women51%

Housing market

Data from Poelenburg Zuid

Housing stock1,503
Avg. assessed value€ 307,000
Homes for sale33%
Rental homes67%

Supermarkets

41 within 5 km

SPAR express
Westkolkdijk 8
463m
Vomar
E. Heimansstraat 23
920m
SPAR express
Coentunnel 1
1154m

Schools

66 within 5 km

Islamitische Basisschool De Horizon
Primary education · 355 pupils
736m
Openbare Basisschool De Kweekvijver
Primary education · 234 pupils
909m
Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde
Primary education · 433 pupils
947m

Frequently asked questions

About Oost-Dorsch 42, Zaandam

Is €275,000 a fair price for this apartment?

The asking price of €275,000 is 23% below the average asking price in Poelenburg Zuid, which is €355,000. The median price in the neighbourhood is €357,500, and apartments here typically sell for around €356,000. Given that the home is 84 m² with a C label, the price is on the keen side compared to other listings in the area.

What is the energy label and what does it mean?

The energy label is C, which is average for a home from 1972. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have label C and half have label D or lower. A C label means moderate energy efficiency; you can expect reasonable heating costs but not the lowest bills.

How far is the nearest train station?

The nearest train station is 3.4 km away. That's about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip.

What are the neighbours like?

Based on two reviews, residents describe the neighbourhood as cosy and multicultural. One resident has lived here for over 40 years and loves the community. However, another mentions loitering youths and mould in some homes, which affects the sense of safety. The area has a mix of families and singles.

How many rooms does the apartment have?

The floor area is 84 m², which typically accommodates two to three rooms, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.

Is there a garden or outdoor space?

The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it's unclear if there is any private outdoor space. The neighbourhood has a park just 200 metres away.

What schools are nearby?

Several primary schools are within walking distance: Islamitische Basisschool De Horizon (736 m), Openbare Basisschool De Kweekvijver (909 m), and Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde (947 m). The nearest secondary school is VMBO Pascal Zuid at 1.1 km.

How is the safety in the neighbourhood?

The neighbourhood recorded 150 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an urban area. One resident review mentions loitering youths affecting safety, while another feels safe enough to have stayed for 40 years. The urbanity level is 2 (strongly urban), so it's a busy area.

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