Burgemeestersbuurt, Zaanstad
This ground-floor apartment on Zuiddijk 253B sits in the Burgemeestersbuurt, a residential pocket of Zaandam that residents describe as quiet and friendly. The home dates from 1914 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. At €350,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Zaanstad, but it sits 18% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €424,750.
Inside, the apartment offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 83 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 80 m². The home has underfloor heating throughout and a balcony. It is located on the ground floor, on a quiet road in a residential area, and is offered as full ownership.
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." Another notes: "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 inhabitants. For more on the area, see the Burgemeestersbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, Dekamarkt, is just around the corner, with Vomar a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, OBS Herman Gorter is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Broekema is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy 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 a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Zaanstad.
The WOZ value for this home is €362,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below the WOZ value. According to public address-level data, the road traffic noise level is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, though 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 via multiple channels, including ELAN Makelaars B.V.
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About Zuiddijk 253B, Zaandam
The asking price of €350,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €362,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price also sits 18% below the average asking price of €424,750 for homes in the Burgemeestersbuurt.
This ground-floor apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 83 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 80 m². The home features underfloor heating throughout and a balcony. It is offered as full ownership.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home was built in 1914, but the label reflects the current energy performance, not the age of the building.
According to public data, the road traffic noise level is 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the specific property. The home was built in 1914, but the risk level is based on broader geological and historical data for the area.
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific home.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 700 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Vomar is about 1 kilometre away, and there is an AH XL at about 1.2 kilometres. In total, there are 38 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. OBS Herman Gorter is about 400 metres away, and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool is also about 400 metres. For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is about 800 metres away. In total, there are 52 schools within 5 kilometres.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Morgensterstraat, about 350 metres away, served by lines 111, 391 and N94. There are also stops at Rigastraat and Zweedsestraat, both about 450 metres away, served by line 456. The train station Zaandam is about 1.5 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk.
Residents rate the Burgemeestersbuurt an average of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says it is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses and good schools, though there is no larger centre. Another mentions that children can play safely and that there are lots of nice people. The neighbourhood has around 3,800 inhabitants.
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €424,750 | €389,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,645 | – |
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 AIFigures 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 | – |
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 | €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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