Vinkenstraat 5D
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA grand old apartment in the heart of Zaandam
This upper-floor apartment on the Vinkenstraat sits in the Russische buurt, a lively part of Zaandam's Oude Haven district. Built in 1898, it is a striking piece of history in a neighbourhood where most homes are much younger. The asking price of €499,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Zaanstad is €377,497, making this home 32% above that figure.
A home with a view and a roof terrace
The apartment is on the first floor and has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 93 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is fully insulated and has underfloor heating throughout. There is a roof terrace, and the property is in full ownership. It is situated on a busy road in the centre, with an unobstructed view.
Life in the Russische buurt
The Russische buurt neighbourhood is a compact, central area with a mix of old and new housing. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews. One resident describes a "gezellige sfeer" and a strong sense of community, while another praises the "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature" and the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories. A third resident notes that the rest of Assendelft is difficult to reach by bus, but that all amenities are available. The neighbourhood has 2,735 inhabitants, with a high proportion of single-person households.
Amenities and getting around
Daily life is well catered for here. The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, with Dirk and Albert Heijn just around the corner. ICBS het Zaanplein primary school is a five-minute walk away, and the GP practice and BENU pharmacy are both a couple of streets away. The bus stops at Gedempte Gracht and Vinkenstraat are on your doorstep, served by lines 64, 69, 111 and N94. Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk. The Zaans Medisch Centrum hospital is a bit further out,. The address does have some risk indications, which are area-level data rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 57 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 4% of buildings in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is also medium, both now and in 2050.
Offered via two channels
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken Krommenie and a listing on Funda.
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About Vinkenstraat 5D, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €499,000 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €377,497, which means it is 32% above that figure. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,150, while this home is listed at €5,366 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood has 30 homes for sale, with prices ranging from €250,000 to €665,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 93 m², while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is fully insulated and has underfloor heating throughout. There is a roof terrace, and the property is in full ownership. It is located on the first floor of the building.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has an energy label of A+++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home is described as fully insulated, which is consistent with a high label. In the neighbourhood, 62.3% of homes have an energy label of A+ or higher, so this home is in line with the local trend.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data from the Klimaateffectatlas. The home was built before 1970, in 1898, and in the surrounding area 4% of buildings have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of flooding is low, both now and in 2050.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is situated on a busy road in the centre.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The Vomar supermarket is just 104 metres away, on your doorstep. Dirk is 361 metres away, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both 377 metres away. There is also an AH to go at 557 metres. In total, there are 35 supermarkets within 5 km of the address, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are near this home?
ICBS het Zaanplein primary school is 503 metres away, a five-minute walk. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is 620 metres away, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is 677 metres away. There are 49 schools within 5 km of the address. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.1 km away, and there is a childcare centre just 200 metres from the home.
How is the public transport from this address?
The bus stops at Gedempte Gracht and Vinkenstraat are both on your doorstep, at 128 and 133 metres respectively. They are served by lines 64, 69, 111 and N94, with the Vinkenstraat stop also serving line 67. Zaandam train station is 551 metres away, a ten-minute walk. The Botenmakersstraat stop, served by line 67, is 276 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51 out of 10, based on 53 reviews. One resident describes a "gezellige sfeer" with a strong sense of community, while another praises the "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature" and the smell of chocolate from local cocoa factories. The neighbourhood itself has 2,735 inhabitants, with 50% single-person households.
