Vennenbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis end-of-terrace house on Dijkven sits in a peaceful part of Zaandam, with a private garden and a modern energy label A. At 139 m² over three floors, it offers generous living space for a family. The asking price of €625,000 is in line with the market for end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad.
The Vennenbuurt is a quiet residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The streets are leafy and the atmosphere is calm. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a balanced age profile and a high proportion of single-person households. The area feels safe and well-maintained. For more context, see the Vennenbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: a Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and an AH XL is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, obs De Gouw is on your doorstep, and RK basisschool Paus Joannes is a couple of streets away. Secondary schools VMBO Pascal Zuid and Praktijkschool de Faam are also within walking distance. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad provides good local amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Peter Pals Makelaardij o/g b.v.
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The asking price of €625,000 is in line with the market for end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad. The house has a modern energy label A and a private garden, which add value. Without specific neighbourhood sales data, it's hard to say more, but the price appears reasonable for the size and location.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low expected energy costs. You won't have to worry about high heating bills, and the home is comfortable year-round.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 40-minute walk.
Primary school obs De Gouw is just 83 metres away, and RK basisschool Paus Joannes is 340 metres. For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid and Praktijkschool de Faam are both about 211 metres away. There are plenty of options within walking distance.
Yes, the property has a plot of 170 m², which includes a private garden. The exact size and layout of the garden are not specified, but it offers outdoor space for relaxation or play.
The Vennenbuurt is a quiet, residential area with a mix of ages. It has a high address density (3268 per km²), so it's urban but not hectic. There are parks nearby (0.2 km) and a supermarket within 0.4 km. The area feels safe and family-friendly.
With 139 m² of floor space over three floors, it likely has at least three bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
A 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 AIHave lived here for over 40 years, don't want to leave despite negative reactions from outsiders
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €365,769 | €340,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,133 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,602 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 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 | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Dijkven 1, Zaandam
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