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Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Westzijde in Zaandam is a rare find with 214 m² of living space. The listing does not state the year of construction. As a result, some details about the building's age are missing. At €275,000, the price is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €443,719, making it a keen option. For context, apartments in Zaanstad vary widely in price and size.
Oud West is a densely populated area with a mix of ages and household types. With 5,150 residents and a high address density of 3,640 per km², it feels very urban. The neighbourhood has a young profile, with many people between 25 and 45. There are no resident reviews available for this area. The neighbourhood Oud West is known for its central location and varied housing stock.
For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, with Vomar a couple of streets away and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. Three primary schools are within a ten-minute walk: ICBS het Zaanplein, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut, and Daltonschool De Westerkim. The municipality Zaanstad offers a range of amenities nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via HVMS.
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At 214 m², the price per m² is about €1,285, which is well below the neighbourhood average of €5,946 per m². The asking price is 38% lower than the average in Oud West, so it is on the keen side. However, the year of construction is not stated, which may affect the valuation.
The apartment has a floor area of 214 m², which is 155% larger than the neighbourhood average of 84 m². That makes it exceptionally spacious for the area.
The energy label is A++, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 21.4% of homes have label A or better, so this home is among the most efficient.
Oud West is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a young population, with many singles and couples. The area is well served by shops and public transport, with a train station 1.2 km away.
HVMS has published only the street and price on Funda.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €527,762 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,744 | – |
| Rent price | €1,971 p/m | €1,673 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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 | €505,913 | €440,733 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,605 p/m | €1,406 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 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 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 AIThis is a renovated district. Many new and old residents. Nice contact with the neighbours. Pleasant living.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €471,454 | €426,037 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,772 | – |
| Rent price | €1,704 p/m | €1,641 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Westzijde 48, Zaandam
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