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Prins Hendrikbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 1963 apartment on Peperstraat sits in the Prins Hendrikbuurt, a lively part of Zaandam. At €300,000, the asking price is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €410,636, making it a keenly priced option for a 101 m² home. For context, that's well under the median of €362,500 in this area. If you're looking at apartments in Zaanstad, this one stands out for its value.
One resident describes the area as a "Volksklusbuurt aan de zaan", a DIY neighbourhood by the river. They say: "Messy neighbourhood, generally nice people but could do with more pulling together... almost everyone has a fast life here." They note that primary schools are nearby but very full, and secondary education is a short bike ride away. "There are restaurants, cafés, lunch spots, a supermarket, bike repair shop, hairdresser, much more and the city of course, which is very close." The neighbourhood feels reasonably safe, and the river Zaan is nice for walks. Green space is somewhat lacking, though. This is a densely populated area (3,864 addresses per km²) with a mix of ages and many singles. Based on one review, it's a place with potential. Read more about the neighbourhood Prins Hendrikbuurt.
Daily errands are easy: Vomar is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt and Dirk are a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick shop, you're set. There are several primary schools within walking distance, like ICBS het Zaanplein (a five-minute walk) and OBS Herman Gorter (a ten-minute walk). The municipality Zaanstad offers plenty of amenities, with restaurants and a park both within a few minutes' walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via HVMS.
Details of this home
Peperstraat 2, Zaandam
Good · 1 resident
Messy neighbourhood, generally nice people but could do with more pulling together (including myself), almost everyone has a fast life here, it would be nice if people were sometimes less rushed and took it easy doing something for someone else, this could be something very small like greeting someone kindly or letting someone go ahead. The neighbourhood could also be a bit tidier in some places, there is rubbish lying in the streets, also from all the DIY that goes on a lot. Furthermore, there are primary schools in the area but they are very full. Also secondary education which is not far by bike. There are restaurants, cafés, lunch spots, a supermarket, bike repair shop, hairdresser, much more and the city of course, which is very close. Also there is regularly a nice party at the Burcht and the river Zaan is nice to walk along. The neighbourhood feels reasonably safe, if something unpleasant were to happen that is seen by residents, I am quite sure they would come to help if needed. Green space is unfortunately somewhat lacking, in principle logical because it's the Randstad but I think it could easily be a lot greener, especially the gardens.
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About Peperstraat 2, Zaandam
At €300,000, this apartment is priced 27% below the average asking price in the Prins Hendrikbuurt (€410,636) and well under the median of €362,500. Given the 101 m² floor area, that works out to about €2,970 per m², compared to the neighbourhood average of €4,412 per m². It's a notably keen price for the size, though the energy label F means heating costs will be higher.
The energy label is F, which is one of the least efficient ratings. You can expect higher energy bills compared to a home with a better label. In the neighbourhood, 35% of homes have label C, and another 35% are D or lower, so an F label is on the lower end but not unusual for an older building (1963).
The Prins Hendrikbuurt is a dense, urban area with a mix of ages and many singles. A resident describes it as a 'DIY neighbourhood' with generally nice people but some litter and a fast pace. There are supermarkets (Vomar, Dekamarkt, Dirk) within a few minutes' walk, and primary schools are nearby but reportedly very full. Restaurants, cafés and the river Zaan are close by for leisure.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride.
There are currently 22 homes for sale in the Prins Hendrikbuurt, with prices ranging from €250,000 to €875,000. The average asking price is €410,636, and the average floor area is 104 m². This apartment at 101 m² is close to that average size but priced significantly lower.
In the most recent data, there were 212 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. With 2,925 residents, that works out to about 72 crimes per 1,000 people. The resident review notes the area feels 'reasonably safe' and that neighbours would help if something unpleasant happened.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Prins Hendrikbuurt
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