A rare detached house on the water
This detached house on J.J. Allanstraat 308 sits right on the water in the J.J. Allanbuurt, a small neighbourhood in Westzaan. With its open setting and free views, it feels a world away from the bustle of the city. The asking price of €975,000 is on the high side, which is precomputed against the neighbourhood average asking price. For context, this is one of the [detached houses in Zaanstad] currently on the market.
The home itself
Built in 1750, this detached family home spans two floors and offers five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 122 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 108 m². The plot measures 585 m² per the BAG, but the agent states 963 m². The home has a front, side and rear garden, and is fully owned. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and the heating runs on a combi boiler with partial underfloor heating. The energy label is D.
Life in the J.J. Allanbuurt
The J.J. Allanbuurt is a quiet corner of Westzaan, with a mix of ages and household types. Of the 655 residents, a quarter are 65 or older, while 40% of households have children. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews. One resident describes a "gezellige sfeer" and a strong sense of togetherness, while another praises the "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature" and the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories. A third notes that the rest of Assendelft is hard to reach by bus, but otherwise living is pleasant. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this neighbourhood specifically. For more on this area, see [the J.J. Allanbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and the Vomar and Dekamarkt are a ten-minute walk away. Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker is a couple of streets away, with cbs Wij-land a bit further. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Westzaan is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Westzijderveld is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 63 stops at Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, a ten-minute walk away, and the nearest train station is Koog aan de Zaan, about 2.2 km from the home. The hospital Zaans Medisch Centrum is a short drive. For a broader view, [the municipality of Zaanstad] offers plenty of options.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €853,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 43%, from €596,000 to €853,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk are both low, now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Simone Dijkman Makelaardij.
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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.
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About J.J. Allanstraat 308, Westzaan
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €975,000 is 14% above the WOZ value of €853,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €705,000.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The home has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 122 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 108 m². The plot is 585 m² per the BAG, but the agent lists 963 m². There is a front, side and rear garden.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which may help keep the home warm. The heating runs on a combi boiler with partial underfloor heating.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the home itself. The home was built in 1750, which is before 1970, but the risk level is still low.
What are the noise levels like around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch norm. Rail traffic noise is 26 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, both below their norms. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements at the property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop is the nearest supermarket, just around the corner at about 626 metres. The Vomar and Dekamarkt are both about 1.8 km away, and the Albert Heijn is about 2.3 km away. There are 40 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice.
What schools are close to this home?
Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker is the nearest primary school, about 540 metres away. cbs Wij-land is about 1.1 km away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 5 km away, which may require a longer commute.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 63 stops at Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, about 812 metres away. The nearest train station is Koog aan de Zaan, about 2.2 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The J.J. Allanbuurt is a small neighbourhood with 655 residents. About 40% of households have children, and a quarter of residents are 65 or older. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews, mentioning a friendly atmosphere and green surroundings.
