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Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Rozengracht in Zaandam is a compact home with an excellent energy label A++. The listing does not state a year of construction. As a result, some details about the building's age are not available. At €295,000, the asking price is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €383,282, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Zaanstad.
The Russische buurt is a densely urban area with a mix of residents. Based on two reviews, opinions are mixed. One resident says: "This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing." Another notes: "It's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up." The neighbourhood Russische buurt has a high density of addresses and a relatively young population, with many single-person households.
For daily groceries, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including ICBS het Zaanplein and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut. The municipality Zaanstad offers further amenities like a train station a ten-minute walk away and a park nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Thijssen Nieuwbouw.
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The asking price of €295,000 is 23% below the average asking price in the Russische buurt (€383,282) and also below the median of €342,250. Given the compact size of 47 m², the price per m² works out at about €6,277, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,981 per m². So the price is keen in absolute terms but reflects the smaller floor area.
The energy label is A++, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, with low expected energy costs and a minimal environmental footprint. In the Russische buurt, 62.5% of homes have label A or better, so this apartment is among the most efficient.
Resident reviews give the neighbourhood a mixed score of 5.69 out of 10. One resident mentions that the area is deteriorating and that the municipality does little to maintain public spaces. Another notes that it does not feel safe in the evenings and that markets leave litter for days. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 764, which is relatively high for a small area.
Vomar is just 39 metres away, making daily shopping very convenient. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are about 328 metres away, and Dirk is 492 metres. For primary education, ICBS het Zaanplein is 598 metres away, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is 708 metres, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is 759 metres. Secondary schools are about 2.1 km away.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
The listing does not state the year of construction. This information has not been provided by the agent, so it is not available on this page.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €377,497 | €325,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,150 | – |
| Rent price | €1,638 p/m | €1,550 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €377,497 | €325,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,150 | – |
| Rent price | €1,636 p/m | €1,550 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 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 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 AIThis is a renovated district. Many new and old residents. Nice contact with the neighbours. Pleasant living.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €471,454 | €426,037 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,772 | – |
| Rent price | €1,704 p/m | €1,641 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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