Spoorbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis two-year-old apartment on Smidspad sits right in the middle of Zaandam, where the streets are lively and the train station is just a couple of streets away. At 50 m² it's compact, but the energy label A keeps running costs low. With a rent of €1,900, it's on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, partly because it's a new-build and partly because it's smaller than most rentals in the area. For context, the average rent in Spoorbuurt is €1,355, and the typical flat here is about 105 m². If you're looking for a well-insulated, low-maintenance home in a central spot, this is one of the apartments in Zaanstad that stands out for its efficiency.
Spoorbuurt is a compact, older part of Zaandam with a very urban feel, there are over 3,300 addresses per square kilometre, so you're never far from a shop or a café. The population is a mix: lots of singles and couples, but also families with children. One resident sums it up: "Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature." That's the trade-off: you get a lively, convenient location, but green space is limited. The neighbourhood Spoorbuurt has a small park about five minutes' walk away, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, so getting out of town is easy.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both just around the corner, literally 100 metres away. There's also an AH to go at the station for a quick coffee on the way to work. Schools are a bit further: the nearest primary, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut, is about a five-minute walk, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is a similar distance. The municipality Zaanstad has good public transport links, and the station is within walking distance, so commuting to Amsterdam or elsewhere is straightforward.
At the time of writing, this apartment is listed through several channels, including Huisportaal and Funda. The agent is Huisportaal.
Details of this home
Smidspad 45, Zaandam
Excellent · 1 resident
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
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About Smidspad 45, Zaandam
The rent is 40% above the Spoorbuurt average of €1,355, but this is a new-build with an A energy label and a central location. The average rental in the neighbourhood is €1,355 for 105 m², so you're paying a premium for a smaller, more efficient home. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value low energy costs and a modern finish.
Spoorbuurt is an old, cosy and quiet neighbourhood, according to one resident. It's very urban, over 3,300 addresses per square kilometre, so shops and amenities are close by. The population is diverse, with many singles and couples, but also families. The main downside mentioned is a lack of nature, though there is a small park within a five-minute walk.
Zaandam station is about 800 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach Amsterdam Central in about 15 minutes. The station also has shops and an AH to go for convenience.
Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both just 104 metres from the door, literally around the corner. There's also an AH to go at 128 metres and another Albert Heijn at 257 metres. For daily groceries, you won't have to walk far.
Yes, it has an A energy label, which is the best rating. This means the home is well-insulated and has low heating costs. Given the compact size of 50 m², your energy bills should be quite manageable.
The listing does not state the number of bedrooms.
3 homes in the neighbourhood Spoorbuurt
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