Zaanse Schans, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Haaldersbroekerdwarsstraat sits in the heart of the Zaanse Schans area, surrounded by iconic green wooden houses and working windmills. With a plot of 670 m², you get rare outdoor space in this tourist-famous corner of Zaandam. The rent of €1,975 is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Zaanstad, but the size of the plot and the unique setting explain the premium.
Zaanse Schans is a living museum where people actually live. It's a quiet, village-like area with 405 residents, mostly aged 45 and over. Two-thirds of households are couples without children or singles, and 92% of homes are detached houses. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, so this picture is based purely on the figures. It's a place where you share your street with tourists during the day but enjoy peace in the evenings. For more context, see the Zaanse Schans neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is to Dekamarkt, just around the corner. For a bigger shop, SPAR is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Interconfessionele Basisschool De Vuurvogel, is a ten-minute walk, and secondary school St. Michaël College is on your doorstep. A restaurant is within a five-minute walk, and the train station is 2.3 km away, a short bike ride. All this sits within the municipality of Zaanstad, which offers further amenities in Zaandam centre.
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The rent of €1,975 is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Zaanstad. However, the 670 m² plot is exceptionally large for a property in the Zaanse Schans area, which is a unique and popular location. The energy label G means heating costs will be significant, so factor that into your budget.
Energy label G is the least efficient label on the scale. It means the home's energy performance is low, so you can expect high heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and does not necessarily indicate the condition of the building itself, it could be due to the heating system or ventilation.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km from the house, which is about a 10-minute bike ride or a 25-minute walk.
St. Michaël College (secondary) is just 195 m away, literally on your doorstep. The nearest primary school, Interconfessionele Basisschool De Vuurvogel, is 980 m away, about a ten-minute walk. Several other primary and special education schools are within 1.5 km.
The CBS recorded 44 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which for a small area of 405 residents is relatively low. The area is quiet and residential, with a village feel. No specific crime types are detailed in the data.
The plot is 670 m², which is very spacious.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
It varies. It's usually a nice neighbourhood with nice people. You say hello to each other when you walk or cycle past. But it can sometimes be a bit unsafe in some places. Around the Trefplein is the hangout spot for the young people in the neighbourhood. You don't want to cycle past there alone in the evening. They also leave rubbish behind, which is a real shame. There is also a community centre that, in my opinion, could do with a bit more attention. This could be done, for example, through posters, flyers or something similar.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone is there for each other, a big family
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €410,800 | €407,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,059 | – |
| Rent price | €1,085 p/m | €1,085 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €9 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 | €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 | – |
Haaldersbroekerdwarsstraat 9B, Zaandam
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