Spoorbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Provincialeweg sits in a calm part of Zaandam, with the feel of a settled neighbourhood. At €475,000 for 79 m², the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €422,300, but it reflects the excellent energy label A+. This listing does not state a year of construction. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. For context, apartments in Zaanstad sell for a median of €432,500.
The Spoorbuurt neighbourhood is an old, cosy and quiet area, according to the one resident review: "Old but gold (not much nature conservation)". The resident gave it a 9.5 out of 10, noting a lack of nature. The area has a mix of ages, with many singles and couples, and a strong urban feel with 3,310 addresses per km². Most homes are apartments, and 70% have an A+ energy label.
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, Daltonschool De Westerkim is on your doorstep, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is a couple of minutes' walk. Secondary schools like Zaanlands Lyceum are about a ten-minute walk. The train station is also a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. The municipality of Zaanstad offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Makelaardij Tom B.V. and also appears on Funda. The agent has not published the year of construction, so that detail is missing from the listing.
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The asking price of €475,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €422,300 and the median of €432,500. However, the apartment has an A+ energy label, which is the most efficient, and the floor area of 79 m² is slightly larger than the average of 75 m² in Spoorbuurt. Whether it is fair depends on your priorities, but it is on the high side compared to recent sales.
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
Spoorbuurt is described by a resident as an old, cosy and quiet neighbourhood, though they miss nature. It has a strong urban character with many singles and couples. The area has a mix of ages, and most homes are apartments. The resident gave it a 9.5 out of 10, so it is well-liked.
Albert Heijn is about 382 metres away, and Dirk is 493 metres. There are several primary schools within a few minutes' walk, including Daltonschool De Westerkim at 68 metres. Secondary schools like Zaanlands Lyceum are about 738 metres away. The train station is 0.8 km, a ten-minute walk.
The agent has not provided this detail, so it is unknown.
The floor area is 79 m², but without further details from the agent, the layout and number of rooms are not known.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
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| Sale price | €422,300 | €432,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,998 | – |
| Rent price | €1,214 p/m | €1,251 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €13 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
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| Sale price | €427,576 | €402,826 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,893 | – |
| Rent price | €1,695 p/m | €1,597 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 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 | – |
Provincialeweg 188F, Zaandam
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