Russische buurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis brand-new apartment on Rozengracht in Zaandam is part of a recently completed development, so everything is fresh and energy-efficient. At 50 m², it's a compact but well-designed home, ideal for a single person or a couple. The rent of €1,550 is in line with the market for a new-build in this area. For context, the average rent for apartments in Zaanstad is around €1,567, so this one sits right in the middle.
The Russische buurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood right in the heart of Zaandam. With over 3,400 addresses per km², it's one of the busier parts of town. The population is young, nearly 40% are between 25 and 45, and many households are singles. 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 describes it as "not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings." It's worth reading more about the neighbourhood Russische buurt to get a fuller picture.
For daily errands, you're well set. Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Openbare Basisschool Et Buut and ICBS het Zaanplein. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making it easy to get to Amsterdam or elsewhere. The municipality Zaanstad has invested in the area, but the reviews suggest the neighbourhood still has its challenges.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van der Linden, Van der Linden Vastgoedmanagement B.V., and Funda.
Details of this home
Rozengracht 38P, 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 38P, Zaandam
The rent of €1,550 is very close to the average rent in the Russische buurt, which is €1,567. Given that this is a new-build with an A+++ energy label, the price is reasonable for what you get. The median rent in the area is €1,480, so it's slightly above that, but the modern specs justify the premium.
The apartment has an A+++ energy label, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, so you can expect very low heating and electricity costs. It's a new-build, so insulation and ventilation are top-notch.
The train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach Amsterdam Central in around 15 minutes. The station is well-connected, making this a good option for commuters.
Vomar is just 111 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both about 250 metres away, so you have several options for groceries within a short walk. There's also a Dirk at 490 metres.
Based on two resident reviews, safety is a concern. One reviewer said it's "not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings." The area has a high crime rate (764 total crimes), which is something to consider. However, the neighbourhood is very central and busy, which can also mean more eyes on the street.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut and ICBS het Zaanplein are both about 650 metres away, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is 706 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.1 km away.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms.
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