Zaans Hout, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Vurehout sits in a quiet, green part of Zaandam. Built in 2015 with an A+ energy label, it is efficient and low-maintenance. At €450,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €516,000, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Zaanstad.
Zaans Hout is a modern residential area with mostly homes built after 2010. It has a young, active population: many residents are between 25 and 45, and households are often singles or couples without children. The neighbourhood feels spacious thanks to parks and green spaces just a short walk away. There are no resident reviews available for this area.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within walking distance: Daltonschool De Westerkim is a five-minute walk, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is also close by. For secondary education, the Zaanlands Lyceum and Compaen vmbo are about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a short cycle away, and the A8 motorway is easily reachable.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Thijssen Makelaardij.
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The asking price of €450,000 is below the average sale price in Zaans Hout (€516,000) and also under the median of €470,000. Apartments in the neighbourhood sell for an average of €5,121 per m², so at €4,839 per m² this home is priced keenly. However, the final sale price depends on demand and the property's specific features.
The home has an energy label A+, which is very efficient. This means heating and electricity costs are likely to be low. In Zaans Hout, over 90% of homes have label A or A+, so this is typical for the area.
Zaans Hout has a mix of households: about 30% have children, while many are singles or couples without kids. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and parks and playgrounds are nearby. The area is quiet and green, which families often appreciate.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride.
In Zaans Hout, sold homes were on the market for an average of 48 days. This is a moderate period, suggesting a balanced market without extreme urgency.
Yes, a park or public garden is 0.7 km away, just a short walk. The neighbourhood itself has green strips and is designed with a spacious feel.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
It's a beautiful and green neighbourhood, with nature that truly enchants you. Yet sometimes it can feel too quiet and isolated. The neighbourhood is connected to the rest of the city by only two roads. When the bridge 'De Binding' is closed, only one route remains to civilisation — which regularly leads to traffic jams. Additionally, there is unfortunately a lack of good amenities. There isn't a single café or ice cream parlour in the area; for a simple cup of coffee or a treat, you have to travel miles. The infrastructure could certainly be improved to make life here more pleasant and better connected.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood where you can find everything. From primary school, supermarket and public transport. And much more. Very child-friendly. Parking is a bit of a hassle, but that's really a small downside.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 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 AIDaily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Vurehout 277, Zaandam
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