Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Rozengracht in Zaandam is brand new, built in 2025, and comes with an A+++ energy label, so it's as efficient as it gets. At 50 m², it's a compact but well-thought-out space, typical of modern city living. The rent of €1,625 is a bit above the neighbourhood average of €1,480, but that reflects the new build and top energy rating. For context, apartments in Zaanstad in this price range are often older and less efficient.
The Russische buurt is a dense, urban area right in the heart of Zaandam, with a very strong city feel (address density of 3,467 addresses per km²). It's a mixed neighbourhood: lots of singles and young adults, but also families with children. Based on two reviews, opinions are divided. 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." So while the location is central, the upkeep and safety are real concerns. For more on the Russische buurt neighbourhood, you can read the full profile.
Daily errands are easy: Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For primary schools, ICBS het Zaanplein and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut are both about a ten-minute walk. The train station is also a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. The area is lively, with plenty of restaurants and a park within walking distance. The municipality of Zaanstad has invested in the Oude Haven district, so the surroundings are evolving.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Van der Linden and Van der Linden Vastgoedmanagement B.V.
Details of this home
Rozengracht 35, Zaandam
Fair · 2 residents
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.
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About Rozengracht 35, Zaandam
The rent of €1,625 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €1,480 and the median of €1,480. However, this is a brand-new apartment (2025) with an A+++ energy label, which justifies the premium. Comparable new-build apartments in Zaandam often rent for similar amounts. The price per m² works out to about €32.50, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €24.49 per m², reflecting the modern specs.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the apartment is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. It's a new build, so it meets the latest insulation and ventilation standards. You can expect minimal energy bills compared to older homes.
Based on resident reviews, safety is a concern. One resident says: "It's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings." The total number of crimes reported in the area is 764, which is relatively high for a neighbourhood of this size. However, the area is central and busy, so it's worth visiting at different times to get a feel for it.
The apartment is very centrally located. Vomar supermarket is just around the corner (105 m), and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away (253 m). There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including ICBS het Zaanplein and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut. The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk, and there are restaurants and a park nearby.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms. With a floor area of 50 m², it is likely a one-bedroom or compact two-bedroom apartment, but you would need to check the exact layout with the agent.
The listing does not state whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished. Given that it's a new build, it is likely unfurnished, but you should confirm this with the agent.
The Russische buurt has a mix of households: about 355 households with children and 420 without. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and a child daycare centre is just 0.2 km away. However, resident reviews mention concerns about cleanliness and safety, which may be a consideration for families with young children.
The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk, providing direct connections to other cities.
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