Prins Hendrikkade 4A
Prins Hendrikbuurt, Zaanstad
AreaA pre-war apartment with an exceptional energy label
This apartment on Prins Hendrikkade sits in the Prins Hendrikbuurt, a lively part of Zaandam. At 99 m² it offers generous living space for a flat from 1936. The energy label is A++, which is remarkable: only 10% of the homes for sale in the neighbourhood have an A+ label or better. The asking price of €460,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €410,636, but the combination of size and efficiency is rare. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €4,412, so this home is priced at about €4,646 per m². See how this compares to other apartments in Zaanstad.
Prins Hendrikbuurt: a mixed, hands-on neighbourhood
One resident describes the Prins Hendrikbuurt as a "Volksklusbuurt aan de zaan", a working-class 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." The same resident notes that the area feels reasonably safe and that neighbours would help if needed. Green space is somewhat lacking, but the river Zaan is nice to walk along. The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 47% owner-occupied homes, and a high proportion of single-person households (690 out of 1,475 households). It's densely built with an address density of 3,864 per km², typical of a very strongly urban area. Read more about the neighbourhood Prins Hendrikbuurt.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, just 190 metres away. Vomar is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Herman Gorter is just around the corner, and ICBS het Zaanplein is a five-minute walk. Secondary education is a ten-minute bike ride away. The neighbourhood also has restaurants, cafés, a bike repair shop and a hairdresser. The city centre of Zaandam is very close. For more on the wider area, see the municipality Zaanstad.
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About Prins Hendrikkade 4A, Zaandam
Is €460,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is above the neighbourhood average of €410,636 and the median of €362,500. However, this apartment is larger (99 m²) than the average sold home (104 m²) and has an exceptional A++ energy label, which only 10% of the local stock achieves. The price per m² is about €4,646, compared to the neighbourhood average of €4,412. So you pay a premium for the efficiency and size.
What is the energy label and why does it matter?
The energy label is A++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with low heating costs and a small environmental footprint. In the Prins Hendrikbuurt, only 10% of homes for sale have an A+ label or better, so this is a standout feature. An A++ label typically indicates excellent insulation, efficient heating and possibly solar panels or a heat pump.
How is the neighbourhood for families?
The Prins Hendrikbuurt has 420 households with children out of 1,475 total. There are several primary schools within walking distance, such as OBS Herman Gorter (331 m) and ICBS het Zaanplein (564 m). Secondary education is 1.2 km away. One resident notes that primary schools are very full. The area is densely built with limited green space, but the river Zaan offers a pleasant walk.
What public transport is nearby?
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride.
How safe is the Prins Hendrikbuurt?
One resident says the neighbourhood feels reasonably safe and that neighbours would help if something unpleasant happened. The total number of recorded crimes in the area is 212, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. The resident also mentions that rubbish can be an issue in some streets.
What is the typical buyer profile in this neighbourhood?
The neighbourhood has a mix: 47% owner-occupied homes, many single-person households (690) and a significant share of residents aged 25-45 (955 out of 2,925). The average household size is 1.9. The area is popular with people who enjoy a hands-on, DIY lifestyle, as one resident describes it as a 'Volksklusbuurt'.
