J.C. van Wessemstraat 28
Burgemeestersbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA classic end-of-terrace house in Zaandam
This 1925 end-of-terrace house sits in the Burgemeestersbuurt, a quiet pocket of Zaandam that residents describe as friendly and family-oriented. The asking price of €400,000 is 2% below the WOZ value, which puts it on the sharp side compared with the average asking price of €424,750 for the four homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad typically go for around €4,645 per square metre, while this one asks €4,494 per square metre based on the BAG living area.
The home itself
The house was built in 1925 and carries energy label G, the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The agent does not list any details about the layout, outdoor space, or installations, so the listing is incomplete on those points. The BAG registration gives a living area of 89 m² on a plot of 94 m².
Life in the Burgemeestersbuurt
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. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice." 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." A third resident mentions that traffic has increased compared with 20 years ago. The neighbourhood counts about 3,800 residents, and 67% of the homes are single-family houses. For more, see the Burgemeestersbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, Vomar is just around the corner, and AH XL is a couple of streets away. OBS Herman Gorter primary school is just around the corner, and VMBO Pascal Zuid secondary school is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartspraktijk Broekema, is a couple of streets away, and Boots Apotheek Burcht pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus stops at Morgensterstraat and Walraven van Hallstraat, both just around the corner, serve lines 111, 391 and N94. Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk. All within the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €407,000, and the asking price is 2% below that. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 59%, from €256,000 to €407,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is 43 dB Lden, rail noise 29 dB Lden, and aircraft noise 45 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is low.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via Saen Garantiemakelaars Zaandam.
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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.
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About J.C. van Wessemstraat 28, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €400,000 is 2% below the WOZ value of €407,000 as of 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen 59%, from €256,000 in 2020 to €407,000 in 2025.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. In the neighbourhood, 25% of the homes for sale have label A, 50% have label C, and 25% have label D or lower.
What is the living area and plot size?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 89 m² and the plot is 94 m². The agent does not list any additional details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms. The asking price per square metre is €4,494 based on the BAG living area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 43 dB Lden, rail noise at 29 dB Lden, and aircraft noise at 45 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on public data at the area level, not an inspection of the specific property. The home was built in 1925, which is before 1970, a factor that is taken into account in the risk assessment.
What about flooding and heat stress?
The climate risk indications for this address are: pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, the current flood risk is low, and the flood risk in 2050 is also low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not a prediction for this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Dekamarkt is about 481 metres away, Vomar is 894 metres, and AH XL is 981 metres. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient without needing a car.
What schools are in the area?
OBS Herman Gorter primary school is about 186 metres away, and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool is 448 metres. For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is 714 metres away, and Praktijkschool de Faam is also 714 metres. There are plenty of schools within a 5 km radius.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are Zaandam, Morgensterstraat and Zaandam, Walraven van Hallstraat, both about 400 metres away, serving lines 111, 391 and N94. Zaandam train station is about 1.4 km away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Burgemeestersbuurt?
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 and good schools, close to Amsterdam. Another mentions that children can play outside and that there are lots of nice people. A third notes that traffic has increased compared with 20 years ago.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about the garden, balcony, or insulation. As a result, the description of the home itself is limited to the year of construction, the energy label, and the floor areas from the BAG registration.
Experiences from Burgemeestersbuurt
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 AIStatistics for Burgemeestersbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €424,750 | €389,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,645 | – |
Experiences from Zaandam Zuid
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 AIStatistics for Zaandam Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €432,523 | €403,477 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,415 | – |
| Rent price | €2,008 p/m | €2,008 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
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 AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,310 | €407,295 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,822 | – |
| Rent price | €1,590 p/m | €1,530 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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J.C. van Wessemstraat 28, Zaandam
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