Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 1897 corner house on Langestraat sits in the heart of Zaandam, where the streets hum with life. With 88 m² of living space and an A energy label, it combines old character with modern efficiency. At €475,000, the price is above the neighbourhood median of €405,000, but in line with the average for end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad.
Oud West is a dense, very strongly urban area with over 5,000 residents, many living alone. It's a mix of ages, with a good share of young adults and families. The streets are busy, and the vibe is energetic. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the numbers alone. The neighbourhood Oud West is known for its pre-war housing stock and central location.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. Kids can walk to Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft or Openbare Basisschool Et Buut within a few minutes. The Zaanlands Lyceum for secondary school is also a short walk. The municipality Zaanstad keeps the area well-served with shops and schools.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including KRK Makelaars.
Details of this home
Langestraat 12, Zaandam
Data from Oud West
Data from Oud West
37 within 5 km
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About Langestraat 12, Zaandam
The asking price of €475,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €405,000 but close to the average sold price of €455,674 for homes in Oud West. Given the A energy label and the corner-house type, it's priced on the high side compared to the local market.
This home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 14.3% of homes have label A, and 21.4% have A+. So this house is well above average in energy performance, meaning lower heating costs.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes commuting by rail quite convenient from this address.
Oud West recorded 243 total crimes in the latest data. That's a figure to consider, but without a per-capita comparison, it's hard to judge. The area is very urban, so some level of activity is expected.
There are currently 32 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €240,000 to €1,025,000. The average price per square metre is €5,946.
Within a few hundred metres you'll find Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (356 m) and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (408 m). For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 443 m away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud West