Provincialeweg 56E
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA waterside apartment in the heart of Zaandam
This modern apartment sits right on the water in the Russische buurt, part of the Oude Haven district in Zaandam. It is a lively, central spot where the city's industrial heritage meets everyday life. The asking price of €465,000 is on the high side compared with other apartments in Zaanstad, sitting 23% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood.
Inside the home
Built in 2020, this fourth-floor apartment (the agent lists it as the second floor) has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 82 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 79 m². The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout, plus a heat recovery system. There is a balcony, and the property is freehold, so you own the land as well as the apartment. The agent describes the setting as being on the water, in the centre, in a residential area with an unobstructed view.
Life in the Russische buurt
This is a neighbourhood of contrasts: modern apartment blocks sit alongside older buildings, and the Zaan river runs through it all. With 2,730 residents, it is a fairly young area, and a large share of homes were built after 2010. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a "gezellige buurt" where the local cocoa factories sometimes fill the air with a chocolate scent, and recommends the De Hemmes peninsula for sunset walks. Another mentions the BIND café on the old Hembrug terrain as a community hub. For a closer look at what this part of Zaandam has to offer, see the Russische buurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Ekoplaza right next to it. The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool De Dijk, is a ten-minute walk away, and Huisartsenpraktijk Lind is just around the corner, with Apotheek Romijn Zaandam nearby. Zaandam station is a couple of streets away, with frequent bus services including lines 64, 65, 67, 69 and 111 stopping at the station. The train station itself is also just around the corner, putting Amsterdam within easy reach. All of this sits within the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this apartment is €459,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 24%, from €371,000 to €459,000. At the address level, public data indicates road traffic noise of 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail, air and industrial noise all stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement, and 4% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, while heat stress is currently medium and could become elevated by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is offered via three channels, including Saen Garantiemakelaars Zaandam and Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Provincialeweg 56E, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The WOZ value of this apartment is €459,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €465,000 is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 24%, from €371,000 to €459,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is 82 m² per the agent, while the BAG registration records 79 m². There is a balcony, and the property is freehold. The home is fully insulated with underfloor heating and a heat recovery system.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also states the home is fully insulated, which supports energy efficiency. No specific energy cost figures are provided in the listing.
What is the noise situation at this address?
Public data at the address level indicates road traffic noise of 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail, air and industrial noise are all below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication at this address is low. The soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement, and 4% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep at 91 metres, with an Ekoplaza right next to it. There are also two AH to go stores within a couple of streets away, and another Albert Heijn at 347 metres. In total, there are 35 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
How close is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Dijk at 616 metres, about a ten-minute walk. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is at 653 metres, and Daltonschool De Westerkim at 672 metres. There are 49 schools within 5 km, including secondary education at 2.1 km.
What public transport options are available?
Zaandam station is just 210 metres away, and the bus stop at the station is served by lines 64, 65, 67, 69, 111, 394, 456, 801, N19 and N94. Additional stops at Houtveldweg and Vinkenstraat are within a couple of streets away. The train station puts Amsterdam within easy reach.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Russische buurt has 2,730 residents, with a large share of homes built after 2010. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with a sense of togetherness, while another highlights the local cocoa scent and spots like De Hemmes and BIND.
How does the price compare with other homes in the area?
The asking price of €465,000 is 23% above the average asking price of €377,497 in the Russische buurt. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,150, while this home is listed at €5,671 per m² based on the agent's floor area. Prices in the neighbourhood range from €250,000 to €665,000.
