Zilverpadsteeg 35
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA bright apartment in the heart of Zaandam
This apartment sits on the second floor of a building from 1994, right in the centre of Zaandam. The Russische buurt is a lively part of town, with the Zaan river and the historic Oude Haven district nearby. With an energy label A, this is an efficient home. The asking price of €389,000 is in line with the market, compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For more context, you can compare it with other [apartments in Zaanstad]( /koopwoningen/zaanstad/appartementen/).
Inside the home
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 73 square metres, with a volume of 241 cubic metres. There is a balcony, and a parking space is included. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, with no leasehold.
The Russische buurt
This is a neighbourhood where many residents are between 25 and 45, and about half of all households are single-person. 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 togetherness, while another mentions the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories on certain days. A third resident notes that all amenities are available and there is plenty of greenery. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. You can read more about [the Russische buurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/russische-buurt-zaanstad/).
Daily life and getting around
A Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, just 93 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets further. For primary education, ICBS het Zaanplein is a ten-minute walk, and OBS Herman Gorter is also within walking distance. The GP practice and the BENU pharmacy are both just around the corner. The bus stop at Gedempte Gracht, with lines 64, 69, 111, 394 and N94, is a short stroll away, and Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of [the municipality of Zaanstad]( /gemeente/zaanstad/).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €344,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €253,000 to €344,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 58 dB, which is above the standard, while rail and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van de Steege Makelaarsgroep Zaanstad.
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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.
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About Zilverpadsteeg 35, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €389,000 is 13% above the WOZ value of €344,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 73 m², is €5,329.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the second floor and spans a single floor. The living area is 73 square metres, with a volume of 241 cubic metres. There is also a balcony and a parking space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ development over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home increased by 36%, from €253,000 to €344,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the municipal valuation, not the actual sale price.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the road traffic noise level at this address is 58 dB, which is above the standard. Rail noise is 33 dB and aircraft noise is 44 dB, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on data from 2022 and 2023, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. In the surrounding area, 4% of buildings have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
A Vomar supermarket is just 93 metres away, so you can be there in under a minute. An Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are both about 426 metres away, and a Dekamarkt is 493 metres. A Dirk is 535 metres away. All of these are within easy walking distance.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Gedempte Gracht, about 152 metres away, with lines 64, 69, 111, 394 and N94. Another stop, Zaandam, Vinkenstraat, is 259 metres away with lines 64, 67, 69, 111 and N94. Zaandam train station is 635 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews. One resident mentions a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere with a sense of togetherness, while another highlights the smell of chocolate from local factories and quiet spots along the Zaan. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
