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Zuiderhoofdbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Emmastraat 17 sits in the Zuiderhoofdbuurt neighbourhood of Krommenie, a town within the municipality of Zaanstad. Built in 1940, the home has a living area of 61 square metres on a plot of 96 square metres, according to the BAG registration. The asking price of €325,000 works out at €5,328 per square metre, which is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Zaanstad.
The listing does not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. The energy label is D, which means the home is not particularly efficient, so expect moderate energy costs. The year of construction is 1940, a fact that tells you about the age of the property but nothing about its condition.
The Zuiderhoofdbuurt neighbourhood is home to around 1,990 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Across the municipality of Zaanstad, residents give an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes living in Zaandam as having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, with a raw, industrial soul, and mentions the smell of chocolate from local cocoa factories. Another resident, however, complains about daily nuisance from what they describe as an antisocial neighbourhood. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood.
For daily errands, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with PLUS a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Hoeksteen, is a ten-minute walk, and the Bertrand Russell college is also within walking distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Krommenie is just around the corner, and the Noorderapotheek is even closer. Bus stop Padlaan is on your doorstep, served by line 69, and the train station Krommenie-Assendelft is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Zaanstad offers further amenities.
The WOZ value of the home is €317,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 3% above the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €201,000 to €317,000. As for address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 3% of properties in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Saen Garantiemakelaars Krommenie.
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Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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 Emmastraat 17, Krommenie
The asking price is €325,000. Based on the BAG living area of 61 square metres, that comes to €5,328 per square metre. The WOZ value is €317,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 3% below the asking price. The price per square metre is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Zaanstad.
The energy label is D. This label indicates that the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1940, which is a fact about its age, but not a diagnosis of its state.
The WOZ value is €317,000 as of 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 58%, from €201,000 to €317,000. The asking price is 3% above the current WOZ value.
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 44 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. In the surrounding area, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1940, but that does not automatically imply a higher risk.
The current flood risk is indicated as medium, and it is expected to remain medium in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rainfall, is also rated as medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 426 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. PLUS is 550 metres away, and Albert Heijn is about 951 metres away. In total, there are 23 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of options for groceries.
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest primary school is De Hoeksteen, about 915 metres away. The Bertrand Russell college, a secondary school, is 759 metres away. There are also special education schools like Kentalis Signis SO TOS at 703 metres. In total, 39 schools are within 5 kilometres.
The nearest bus stop is Krommenie, Padlaan, just 178 metres away, served by line 69. Another stop, Badhuislaan, is 275 metres away, also on line 69. The train station Krommenie-Assendelft is 674 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for both bus and train travel.
The Zuiderhoofdbuurt has about 1,990 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. The average score for the municipality of Zaanstad is 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. Some residents praise the area for its nature and amenities, while others mention nuisance. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
It's a nice neighbourhood, shops are nearby and there is almost never any unrest.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €402,676 | €375,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,007 | – |
| Rent price | €1,840 p/m | €1,850 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 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 | €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 | – |
Emmastraat 17, Krommenie
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