Hofwijk, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Prins Bernhardplein sits in a lively part of Zaandam, with the station just a couple of streets away. At 58 m² it's a compact home, and the price of €265,000 is in line with the market, the median in Hofwijk is €267,000. For context, apartments in Zaanstad sell for around €4,896 per m² on average.
Hofwijk is a mixed residential area with a strong urban feel, the address density is high. Around 44% of homes are single-family, and 39% are owner-occupied. The population is diverse in age, with a good number of families and older residents. There are no resident reviews available, so the picture comes from the figures: mostly flats and apartments, with a fair share of households with children. The Hofwijk neighbourhood has a quiet, established character.
Daily errands are easy: a SPAR express is just around the corner, and an AH XL is a five-minute walk away. For primary schools, Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is a couple of streets away, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a five-minute walk. Secondary schools like Blaise Pascal College and Zaanlands Lyceum are within a ten-minute walk. The train station is also a couple of streets away, making commutes straightforward. The municipality of Zaanstad offers plenty of amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Brantjes Makelaars Zaandam.
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About Prins Bernhardplein 69, Zaandam
The asking price of €265,000 is close to the median of €267,000 in Hofwijk. Apartments in the neighbourhood sell for an average of €4,896 per m², and this one works out at about €4,569 per m². Given that recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €318,933, the price seems in line with the market.
Energy label D is the middle of the scale, it's an official registration from EP-Online. It means the home is not the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. In Hofwijk, 60% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
The train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach Amsterdam or other cities without needing a car.
There's a SPAR express 276 metres away for quick groceries, and an AH XL at 454 metres for a full shop. Several Dekamarkt stores are also within walking distance, so daily shopping is well covered.
Primary schools include Openbare basisschool In 't Veld (417 m) and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (599 m). For secondary education, Blaise Pascal College (725 m) and Zaanlands Lyceum (744 m) are both within a ten-minute walk.
Currently there are 6 apartments for sale in Hofwijk, with prices ranging from €210,000 to €375,000. The market is relatively small, so options are limited.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €276,333 | €267,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,896 | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €276,333 | €267,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,896 | – |
| Rent price | €1,692 p/m | €1,888 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Prins Bernhardplein 69, Zaandam
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