Centrum, Zaanstad
This end-of-terrace house on Franciscanenstraat 51 sits in the Centrum neighbourhood of Assendelft, a village within the municipality of Zaanstad. The area feels welcoming and social, with residents describing a strong sense of community. The asking price of €485,000 is on the high side compared to the WOZ value, which is €447,000 as of 1 January 2025. For context, the asking price is 9% above the WOZ value. If you're looking at end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad, this one stands out for its size and location.
Built in 1997, this home offers 5 rooms, including 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed as 99 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 97 m². The plot is 112 m² in both sources. There's a garden at the front and back, oriented to the northeast, plus a detached brick garage. The property is freehold, has HR glazing, and is heated by a combi boiler. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.42, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood for small children and young families. Good amenities in the area in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control." Another adds: "Fantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other." The neighbourhood has about 6,130 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. It's a place where people look out for one another, though parking can be tight at school times. For more on the Centrum neighbourhood, you'll find a community that values connection.
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with PLUS a couple of streets away and Lidl a ten-minute walk. For primary education, De Regenboog and Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker are both within a short walk. The GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Assendelft, is a couple of streets away, while the pharmacy is a bit further. Bus stop Assendelft, Veenpolderdijk is on your doorstep, served by line 63, and other stops with lines 63 and 456 are nearby. The nearest train station, Krommenie-Assendelft, is about 2.6 km away. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad offers these conveniences within reach.
The WOZ value is €447,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 9% above that. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed according to municipal data. Regarding address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, not above the norm; rail noise is 25 dB Lden, also below the norm; but aircraft noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via KRK Makelaars Krommenie.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
About Franciscanenstraat 51, Assendelft
The asking price is €485,000, while the WOZ value is €447,000 as of 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is 9% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the difference is a factual comparison without implying overpricing or a bargain.
This end-of-terrace house has 5 rooms, including 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is 99 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 97 m². The plot is 112 m². There is a front and back garden oriented to the northeast, and a detached brick garage.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home also has HR glazing and a combi boiler, according to the agent. However, the label does not guarantee specific insulation levels beyond what is stated.
The WOZ value is €447,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation used for taxes, not the current market value. The asking price is 9% above this WOZ value, as stated in the listing data.
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, which is not above the norm. Rail noise is 25 dB Lden, also below the norm. However, aircraft noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not specific to this property.
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 318 metres. PLUS is about 742 metres away, and Lidl is about 935 metres away. These are the nearest supermarkets, with more options within 5 km.
De Regenboog primary school is about 460 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker is about 502 metres away. Both are within a short walk. There are more schools within 5 km, but these are the nearest.
The nearest bus stop is Assendelft, Veenpolderdijk, about 162 metres away, served by line 63. Other stops like Assendelft, RK Kerk and Assendelft, Waterschot are about 418 and 438 metres away, with lines 63 and 456. The nearest train station is Krommenie-Assendelft, about 2.6 km away.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.42, based on three reviews. They mention it's child-friendly, with good amenities and a strong sense of community. One resident notes too little parking, especially at school times. Another appreciates the social contact and mutual help.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Nice neighbourhood for small children and young families. Good amenities in the area in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control. Too little parking, especially when schools start and end. Sometimes nuisance from young people, although that has been going very well lately. Cosy and social neighbours and neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other. If something is wrong we help each other, for example during a storm saving a roof by means of a tarp if you see the neighbour struggling. And so much more. Behind here lie the meadows from Assendelft to Beverwijk. Uitgeest. We'll stay here until the end!♡♡♡♡
Auto-translated to English by AIVery social neighbourhood with nice people. For example, if someone is ill, another person does their grocery shopping, etc. Occasionally a party, but you just join in everyone's party. We look after each other's cats when away. The only thing everyone is annoyed by is the weeds that new neighbours don't remove in the alleys, and unfortunately you're not allowed to say anything about it. The older residents always do it, and you have to cycle through them.
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How residents experience their district
Nice neighbourhood for small children and young families. Good amenities in the area in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control. Too little parking, especially when schools start and end. Sometimes nuisance from young people, although that has been going very well lately. Cosy and social neighbours and neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other. If something is wrong we help each other, for example during a storm saving a roof by means of a tarp if you see the neighbour struggling. And so much more. Behind here lie the meadows from Assendelft to Beverwijk. Uitgeest. We'll stay here until the end!♡♡♡♡
Auto-translated to English by AIVery social neighbourhood with nice people. For example, if someone is ill, another person does their grocery shopping, etc. Occasionally a party, but you just join in everyone's party. We look after each other's cats when away. The only thing everyone is annoyed by is the weeds that new neighbours don't remove in the alleys, and unfortunately you're not allowed to say anything about it. The older residents always do it, and you have to cycle through them.
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| Sale price | €714,000 | €657,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,427 | – |
| Rent price | €1,800 p/m | €1,800 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €12 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.
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| Sale price | €465,681 | €423,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Franciscanenstraat 51, Assendelft
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