Oranjeboomstraat 1

At €350,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Westzaan Noord and sits 35% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €541,750. However, the floor area of 83 m² is also 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 127 m², and the energy label G means higher running costs. Compared with other end-of-terrace houses in Zaanstad, the price per square metre is on the low side, making it a relatively affordable option in the local market.

The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not well insulated and will have high heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 71.4% of homes have a label D or lower, so a G label is not unusual for a house built in 1957. You should expect to spend more on energy bills compared with a modern home.

The plot measures 181 m², which is generous for an end-of-terrace house. The listing does not specify a garden, but the plot size suggests there is outdoor space. You could use it for gardening, a patio, or even extend the house subject to planning permission. The exact layout and condition of the outdoor area are not described in the listing.

Westzaan Noord is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a village atmosphere. It has a low urbanity level, meaning few addresses per km², and is surrounded by polders. Most homes are owner-occupied family houses, and the population includes many residents aged 45 and over. There are no resident reviews available, but the area is known for its peace and space.

The nearest train station is 3.8 km away. That is about a 10-minute drive or a 15-minute cycle.

The closest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker, just 108 metres away, a very short walk. Other primary schools within a couple of kilometres include cbs Wij-land, Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker, and De Regenboog. There is also a special education school, Dynamica Onderwijs, at 1.9 km. Secondary schools are further away, at 4.2 km.

Yes, the Coop is just 237 metres away, so you can walk there in a couple of minutes. For more choice, Albert Heijn, PLUS, Lidl and Vomar are all within about 2 km, which is a 20-25 minute walk or a short cycle.

In the past period, 20 homes were sold in Westzaan Noord at an average price of €482,350, with an average time on the market of 31 days. This home's asking price of €350,000 is well below that average, but it is also smaller and has a poor energy label. The sold prices give an indication of market activity, but each home is unique.