Burgemeestersbuurt, Zaanstad
This apartment on Zuiddijk 253C sits in the Burgemeestersbuurt, a neighbourhood in Zaandam where the streets have a lived-in, friendly feel. Built in 1914, the home carries a century of character, and the asking price of €325,000 sits 23% below the average asking price of €424,750 for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €4,645, while this home is listed at €5,909 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you're weighing up options, it's worth comparing with other [apartments in Zaanstad]( /koopwoningen/zaanstad/appartementen/).
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, all spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 55 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². The home features a roof terrace, which is a lovely outdoor space in an urban setting. Heating is provided by underfloor heating throughout, and the property is offered as full ownership, so there's no leasehold to worry about. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses, close to Amsterdam and with good infrastructure, though they note the lack of a larger centre and rising house prices. Another resident says they experience no nuisance and that children can play safely, recommending the area. The neighbourhood has around 3,800 residents, and about 67% of the homes are single-family houses. It's a mixed area with a strong sense of community, as reflected in the reviews. For more details, you can explore [the Burgemeestersbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/burgemeestersbuurt-zaanstad/).
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, Dekamarkt, is just around the corner, with Vomar and AH XL a short walk away. For primary education, OBS Herman Gorter and obs De Gouw are both within a five-minute walk, and there are several other schools nearby. Healthcare is well covered: the pharmacy Boots Apotheek Burcht is a couple of streets away, and Huisartspraktijk Broekema is about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Morgensterstraat is just around the corner, served by lines 111, 391, and N94, and Zaandam train station is about a ten-minute walk. The area is part of [the municipality of Zaanstad]( /gemeente/zaanstad/), which offers a range of amenities. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the home being built before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including ELAN Makelaars B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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About Zuiddijk 253C, Zaandam
The asking price of €325,000 is 23% below the average asking price of €424,750 for homes in this neighbourhood. However, the average asking price per square metre here is €4,645, while this apartment is listed at €5,909 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 55 m². The average floor area in the neighbourhood is 92 m², so this home is smaller than average, which explains the higher price per square metre.
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 55 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². There is a roof terrace, and heating is provided by underfloor heating throughout. The property is offered as full ownership.
The energy label is C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable energy costs, though not as low as with more efficient labels. The home was built in 1914, which may influence its energy performance. No specific insulation features are mentioned in the listing.
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it's not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is low, based on the home being built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property. It suggests that foundation issues are not a major concern in this area, but it's always wise to consider a professional survey before purchase.
Area-level data indicates that pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications for the area, not specific to this property.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 700 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Vomar is about 1 kilometre away, and AH XL is about 1.2 kilometres. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, so daily groceries are convenient.
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including OBS Herman Gorter (about 416 metres) and obs De Gouw (about 421 metres). For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is about 800 metres away. The area has a good selection of schools, as noted by residents.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Morgensterstraat, about 358 metres away, served by lines 111, 391, and N94. There are also stops at Rigastraat and Zweedsestraat with line 456. Zaandam train station is about 1.5 kilometres away, providing rail connections.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses, close to Amsterdam and with good infrastructure, though they note the lack of a larger centre. Another resident says they experience no nuisance and that children can play safely, recommending the area.
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 | – |
Zuiddijk 253C, Zaandam
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