A ground-floor apartment with a story
This ground-floor apartment on Zuiddijk sits in the Prins Hendrikbuurt, a part of Zaandam where the streets have a lived-in, unpretentious feel. Built in 1914, it carries the character of a home that has seen the neighbourhood change around it. The asking price of €350,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €461,345. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,848, while this home is listed at €4,375 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Zaanstad, this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 83 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 80 square metres. The home has underfloor heating throughout, and there is a balcony. It is a ground-floor property with full ownership, so there is no leasehold to factor in. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be on the lower side.
The Prins Hendrikbuurt
Residents of the district of Zaandam Zuid, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 6.79, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes a quiet area where many families with young children live, with a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere and a real sense of togetherness. Another resident, writing about Zaandam more broadly, mentions the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories on certain winds, and recommends spots like De Hemmes, a small peninsula on the Zaan, and BIND, a café on the old Hembrug terrain. A third resident is more measured, noting that the area is reasonable but busier with traffic than it was twenty years ago. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,950 residents, and about 47% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Prins Hendrikbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with Vomar a ten-minute walk away and an AH XL a bit further. Primary schools are close by, with OBS Herman Gorter and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Broekema, and Boots Apotheek Burcht is the closest pharmacy. For public transport, the bus stop at Morgensterstraat is just around the corner, served by lines 111, 391 and N94, and Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk. The hospital, Zaans Medisch Centrum, is a bit further out. This is all within the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €362,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market, though the exact figures are not stated here. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the home was built before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including ELAN Makelaars B.V. and other listings. The agent is ELAN Makelaars B.V.
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About Zuiddijk 253B, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €350,000 is 24% below the average asking price in the Prins Hendrikbuurt, which is €461,345. The price per square metre is €4,375, compared with a neighbourhood average of €4,848 per square metre. This makes the asking price keen relative to the local market, though the actual sale price will depend on what buyers are willing to pay.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 83 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 80 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home has underfloor heating throughout. It is a ground-floor property with full ownership.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €362,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €350,000 is 3% below this WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so it is a useful reference point rather than a direct indicator of what the home will sell for.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data at the area level. This is not an inspection of the specific home, but an indication based on the area. The home was built in 1914, which is before 1970, a period that is sometimes associated with foundation issues, but the risk level here is stated as low.
What are the nearest amenities and transport options?
Dekamarkt is just around the corner for groceries, with Vomar a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools like OBS Herman Gorter and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool are a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Broekema, and Boots Apotheek Burcht is the closest pharmacy. The bus stop at Morgensterstraat is just around the corner, served by lines 111, 391 and N94, and Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents of the district of Zaandam Zuid give their living environment an average score of 6.79, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes a quiet area with many families and a relaxed, respectful atmosphere. Another mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories and recommends spots like De Hemmes and BIND. A third resident notes that the area is reasonable but busier with traffic than twenty years ago.
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 lower energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home also has underfloor heating throughout, which can contribute to efficient heating. The label is a general indication of energy performance, not a guarantee of actual costs.
Is there any noise from traffic or other sources?
According to area-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at the property itself.
