A modern apartment in Zaans Hout
This apartment on Vurehout 299 sits in Zaans Hout, a young neighbourhood in Zaandam where almost all homes were built after 2010. The area feels calm and family-oriented, with a mix of young households and plenty of green space nearby. The asking price is €295,000, and the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €498,417. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,154, while this home comes in at €6,146 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are looking at apartments in Zaanstad, this one stands out for its price point.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 2016 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The living area is 48 square metres according to the BAG registration, and the agent lists the same figure. The listing does not provide further details on the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms, so it is not possible to describe the interior arrangement. What is clear is that this is a compact home, and the floor area is 52% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 101 square metres. The year of construction suggests a modern build, but no specific features are stated in the listing.
Zaans Hout
Zaans Hout is a neighbourhood with about 3,750 residents, and nearly half of the households are single-person homes. The area has a young profile, with 48% of residents aged between 25 and 45. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.51 based on 53 reviews, and one resident describes a "buurt met jonge kinderen en gezellige sfeer", mentioning a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere where people treat each other with respect. Another resident, writing about the wider municipality, praises the "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature" and the local spots along the Zaan. These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not specifically Zaans Hout, but they give a sense of the broader area. The neighbourhood itself has a high share of homes built after 2010, at 93.5%, which shapes its character. For more on the Zaans Hout neighbourhood, the data shows a relatively new housing stock.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is an AH to go, with another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, Daltonschool De Westerkim is on your doorstep, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Lind, is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Romijn Zaandam is similarly close. For public transport, the bus stop Zaandam, Spoorstrip is on your doorstep with lines 63 and 64, and Zaandam station is a five-minute walk away, with a wide range of bus lines and the train station. The hospital, Zaans Medisch Centrum, is about a ten-minute walk. These connections make the municipality of Zaanstad accessible for commuting and leisure.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address risks, the data provides area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and railway noise is 59 dB Lden, also above the standard. Aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden and industrial noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Saen Garantiemakelaars Koog aan de Zaan and Saen Garantiemakelaars Zaandam. The listing is available through these agents, and the details are as stated in the public records.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Vurehout 299, Zaandam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €295,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €498,417, and the average asking price per square metre is €5,154. This home comes in at €6,146 per square metre based on the BAG registration. The apartment was built in 2016 and has an energy label A. The listing does not provide a comparison with the neighbourhood average for this specific price.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 48 square metres according to the BAG registration, and the agent lists the same figure. This is 52% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 101 square metres. The listing does not state the number of bedrooms or bathrooms, so the layout is not described in detail. The apartment was built in 2016 and has an energy label A.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, but it is not included in the listing or the public records we have access to. As a result, no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The asking price is €295,000, and the home is an apartment in Zaans Hout.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and railway noise is 59 dB Lden, also above the standard. Aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden and industrial noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications at the address level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settlement, but the risk level is stated as low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from public sources such as the Klimaateffectatlas and KCAF.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an assessment of this specific home. The data is based on public climate risk maps and should be read as general guidance for the address.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 299 metres, which is just around the corner. There is also an AH to go at 452 metres, and another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza at 576 metres. A Dirk is at 636 metres. These options cover daily groceries within a short walk from the apartment.
What schools are close to this address?
For primary education, Daltonschool De Westerkim is at 211 metres, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is at 262 metres. For secondary education, Compaen vmbo is at 721 metres and Zaanlands Lyceum is at 849 metres. There is also Dynamica Onderwijs for special secondary education at 686 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Zaandam, at 403 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. The bus stop Zaandam, Spoorstrip is at 172 metres with lines 63 and 64, and Zaandam Station bus stop is at 387 metres with many lines including 64, 65, 67, 69, 111, 394, 456, 801, N19 and N94. Public transport is well within walking distance.
What is the neighbourhood like in Zaans Hout?
Zaans Hout has about 3,750 residents, with 48% aged between 25 and 45. Nearly half of households are single-person homes. The housing stock is very new, with 93.5% of homes built after 2010. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.51, with one resident mentioning a "buurt met jonge kinderen en gezellige sfeer". These reviews reflect the municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
