Rosmolenbuurt West, Zaanstad
On Molenstraat 50 in Zaandam, this end-of-terrace house from 1911 sits on a quiet road in a residential area. The asking price of €275,000 is 39% below the average asking price of €449,188 for end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. The home has an energy label F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The asking price is also 3% above the WOZ value, a fact worth noting.
According to the agent, the home has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors, with a volume of 253 m³. The living area is listed as 66 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 83 m². The plot is 123 m² according to both sources. The property includes a garden facing south, accessible via the back alley, and is offered in full ownership. The agent notes that the home has mostly double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Lovely neighbourhood, obedient and peaceful neighbourhood" and adds, "I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly." Another resident mentions a "fairly quiet street" but notes "sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening," while also praising the "nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities." The neighbourhood has about 5,985 inhabitants, and the average household size is 1.9. For more details, see the Rosmolenbuurt West neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Dirk and Dekamarkt are just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. Primary school ICBS het Zaanplein is on your doorstep, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Boddeus, Cornelissen & Pastoors, and the pharmacy BENU Apotheek Oostzijde is just around the corner. Bus stop Zaandam, Veldvliegerweg is on your doorstep with lines 64, 65, 69, and 391, and Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Zaanstad offers these amenities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Zaanstad.
The WOZ value as of 1 January 2025 is €268,000, and the asking price is 3% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 23%, from €348,000 to €268,000. Regarding address risks, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including HVMS and HVMS on Funda.
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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 Molenstraat 50, Zaandam
The asking price of €275,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €268,000, which was determined on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly higher than the municipal valuation, but the difference is small. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it gives an indication of how the municipality values the property for tax purposes.
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes with a better label. The agent notes that the home has mostly double glazing and wall insulation, which may help, but the label still reflects the overall energy performance. It is a fact to consider when budgeting for monthly expenses.
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 23%, from €348,000 to €268,000. This is a significant drop, and it may reflect changes in the local housing market or the property's condition. The current WOZ value is €268,000 as of 1 January 2025. This development is worth noting, but it does not necessarily predict future changes.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. This is based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1911. However, this is an area-level indication and not an inspection of the specific property. It is a general guideline, and the actual condition of the foundation may vary.
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning that at heavy rain, there is a moderate chance of water on the street or garden. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. These are area-level indications, not a guarantee for this specific home. It is a factor to consider, but not a cause for alarm.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance, including Dirk and Dekamarkt just around the corner, and Vomar a couple of streets away. Primary schools like ICBS het Zaanplein are on your doorstep, and the nearest GP and pharmacy are just around the corner. The bus stop Zaandam, Veldvliegerweg is on your doorstep with lines 64, 65, 69, and 391, and Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk.
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "lovely neighbourhood, obedient and peaceful" and says they feel at home. Another mentions a "fairly quiet street" but notes occasional nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 30% of residents between 25 and 45 years old.
The asking price per square metre is €4,167, based on the agent's living area of 66 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,570, so this home is priced slightly below the average. However, the living area is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 104 m², which is a factor to consider when comparing prices.
The home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, which may be suitable for a small family or a couple. The living area is 66 m² according to the agent, which is compact. There is a garden facing south, accessible via the back alley, which provides outdoor space. Whether it suits a family depends on your space needs and lifestyle.
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Veldvliegerweg, just around the corner, with lines 64, 65, 69, and 391. There are also stops at Botenmakersstraat and Parkstraat, both a couple of streets away, with line 67. Zaandam train station is a ten-minute walk, offering rail connections. This makes it easy to get around without a car.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €449,188 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,570 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 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 | €439,734 | €405,614 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,820 | – |
| Rent price | €1,647 p/m | €1,576 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Molenstraat 50, Zaandam
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