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Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Westzijde sits in the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, a lively part of Zaandam. The home was built in 1983 and has an energy label A, which is an efficient label. With a living area of 113 m², this is a generous apartment. The asking price of €549,000 is 76% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €311,625. For comparison, apartments in Zaanstad are listed at various price points.
The apartment offers a living area of 113 m², according to the BAG registration. The agent does not provide further details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms. The home was built in 1983 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label.
The Schilders- en Waddenbuurt is a neighbourhood with about 3,080 residents. It is a very strongly urban area, with an address density of 2,793 per km². Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident says: "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." Another resident mentions: "Daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with 81% owner-occupied homes. For more on the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt neighbourhood, you can find additional information.
Daily life is well catered for here. The Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, and the SPAR express and Aldi are just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a ten-minute walk away, and Zaanlands Lyceum for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The GP Huisartsenpraktijk van Loenen and Apotheek MC Zaanzorg are both just around the corner. The Zaans Medisch Centrum is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 67 stops at Zaandam, Breedweer on your doorstep, and the train station Koog aan de Zaan is a five-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad offers further amenities. According to public risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, above the norm, and from rail traffic 60 dB Lden, also above the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, but the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Saen Garantiemakelaars Zaandam.
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Details of this home
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.
About Westzijde 474, Zaandam
The asking price is €549,000. This is 76% above the average asking price in the Schilders- en Waddenbuurt, which is €311,625. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,206, while this apartment is listed at €4,858 per m² based on the BAG living area of 113 m².
The living area is 113 m², according to the BAG registration. This is 77% larger than the average living area of 64 m² for homes in the neighbourhood. The agent does not provide additional details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home was built in 1983. The listing does not mention specific insulation features, but the label indicates a relatively efficient energy performance.
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, and it is not available here. Therefore, no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made.
According to public risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm. The noise from rail traffic is 60 dB Lden, also above the norm. The noise from air traffic is 44 dB Lden, which is not above the norm. These are area-level indications.
The foundation risk indication is low, according to public data. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. In this neighbourhood, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rainfall. These are area-level indications based on public data.
The Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, just 161 metres away. The SPAR express and Aldi are both around the corner, at 674 and 675 metres respectively. A Lidl is also nearby at 729 metres. There are 43 supermarkets within 5 km.
For primary education, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is 841 metres away, and De Golfbreker is 931 metres away. For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 733 metres away. There are 58 schools within 5 km.
Bus line 67 stops at Zaandam, Breedweer, which is on your doorstep at 25 metres. The train station Koog aan de Zaan is 446 metres away, a five-minute walk. This provides good options for commuting.
The Schilders- en Waddenbuurt has about 3,080 residents and is very strongly urban. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15. One resident praises the local spots and the chocolate smell from the factories, while another complains about antisocial behaviour. These reviews reflect the wider municipality.
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about the garden, balcony, or other features. As a result, the layout and features of this apartment are not known from the listing.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €311,625 | €311,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,206 | – |
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €430,411 | €405,467 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,876 | – |
| Rent price | €1,667 p/m | €1,539 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 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 | €465,681 | €423,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Westzijde 474, Zaandam
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