Poelenburg Zuid, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 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.
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.
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.
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.
Details of this home
Oost-Dorsch 42, 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 Oost-Dorsch 42, Zaandam
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.
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.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away. That's about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip.
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.
The floor area is 84 m², which typically accommodates two to three rooms, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
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.
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.
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.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Poelenburg Zuid