Zuiddijk 253A
Burgemeestersbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA ground-floor apartment on a quiet street
This ground-floor apartment on Zuiddijk 253A sits in the Burgemeestersbuurt, a residential pocket of Zaandam that residents describe as quiet and friendly. The home dates from 1914 and carries an A energy label, which is an efficient label. With a price of €325,000, the asking price is 23% below the average asking price of €424,750 for apartments in Zaanstad, so it sits on the sharp side of the market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 53 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 56 m². The home has underfloor heating throughout and a garden at the rear. It is offered as full ownership, and the agent notes it is located on the ground floor along a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in the Burgemeestersbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "It is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice." Another adds: "generally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here." The neighbourhood counts around 3,800 residents, and about 39% of households are single-person. For more context, you can explore the Burgemeestersbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered: a Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool and OBS Herman Gorter are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Broekema, about a ten-minute walk, and Boots Apotheek Burcht is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Zaandam, Morgensterstraat is a couple of streets away, served by lines 111, 391, and N94. The train station Zaandam is about a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad offers further connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €284,000, as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 14% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed according to municipal records. At the address level, the noise from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, though current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including ELAN Makelaars B.V.
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About Zuiddijk 253A, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 14% above the WOZ value of €284,000, which was set on 2025-01-01. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. This comparison is a factual observation; it does not indicate whether the price is fair or negotiable.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 53 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 56 m². The home also has a garden at the rear and underfloor heating throughout.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built before 1970 (specifically in 1914). It is not an inspection of the actual foundation of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this address?
At this address, road traffic noise is measured at 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What is the risk of flooding at this location?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also expected to remain low in 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated. These are area-level indications from climate risk data, not a guarantee for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt, about 700 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. A Vomar is about 1 kilometre away, and an AH XL is about 1.2 kilometres away. These distances are approximate walking distances.
What schools are in the area?
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool (about 414 metres) and OBS Herman Gorter (about 417 metres). For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is about 793 metres away. These are the nearest options according to the data.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Zaandam, which is about 1.5 kilometres away. That is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents rate the Burgemeestersbuurt an average of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses, close to Amsterdam. Another mentions that children can play outside and that there are nice people. One review notes that it can be busy with traffic compared to 20 years ago.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €6,132, based on the agent's listed living area of 53 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,645, according to current listings. This means the price per m² for this apartment is higher than the neighbourhood average, but the overall asking price is below the average asking price.
Experiences from Burgemeestersbuurt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Reasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice. The infrastructure is very good and there are more and more improvements. It is a shame that there is not a larger centre, because at the moment there are only clothing stores, terraces and restaurants. House prices are also getting more expensive, and are starting to look more and more like those in Amsterdam. There are also plenty of sports clubs. The only problem is the Poelenburg district, where there are sometimes issues. I hope that more attention will be paid to that.
Auto-translated to English by AIgenerally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood, but the waste collection could be better. There's also so much loose rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone looks out for each other, sometimes good, sometimes less pleasant.
Auto-translated to English by AIPlus In the centre quiet social neighbourhood Min Lots of rubbish on the street Parking problem
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Burgemeestersbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €424,750 | €389,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,645 | – |
Experiences from Zaandam Zuid
How residents experience their district
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 AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AINo more than 27 years ago
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice. The infrastructure is very good and there are more and more improvements. It is a shame that there is not a larger centre, because at the moment there are only clothing stores, terraces and restaurants. House prices are also getting more expensive, and are starting to look more and more like those in Amsterdam. There are also plenty of sports clubs. The only problem is the Poelenburg district, where there are sometimes issues. I hope that more attention will be paid to that.
Auto-translated to English by AIgenerally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here
Auto-translated to English by AIOnly Good morning Good afternoon nothing else it's very quiet here I love bustle around me children playing people sitting outside on summer evenings.
Auto-translated to English by AIMessy neighbourhood, generally nice people but could do with more pulling together (including myself), almost everyone has a fast life here, it would be nice if people were sometimes less rushed and took it easy doing something for someone else, this could be something very small like greeting someone kindly or letting someone go ahead. The neighbourhood could also be a bit tidier in some places, there is rubbish lying in the streets, also from all the DIY that goes on a lot. Furthermore, there are primary schools in the area but they are very full. Also secondary education which is not far by bike. There are restaurants, cafés, lunch spots, a supermarket, bike repair shop, hairdresser, much more and the city of course, which is very close. Also there is regularly a nice party at the Burcht and the river Zaan is nice to walk along. The neighbourhood feels reasonably safe, if something unpleasant were to happen that is seen by residents, I am quite sure they would come to help if needed. Green space is unfortunately somewhat lacking, in principle logical because it's the Randstad but I think it could easily be a lot greener, especially the gardens.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood, but the waste collection could be better. There's also so much loose rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zaandam Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €443,342 | €413,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,450 | – |
| Rent price | €2,343 p/m | €2,343 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
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 AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €444,624 | €405,857 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,773 | – |
| Rent price | €1,649 p/m | €1,580 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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