Kerkbuurt 41
Westzaan Noord, Zaanstad
AreaA historic detached house in Westzaan
This 1860 detached house on Kerkbuurt 41 sits in the heart of Westzaan, a village that feels a world away from the bustle of the nearby Zaanstad. With its 254 m² of living space, it is a substantial home, and the asking price of €795,000 sits about 39% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €573,500. That puts it on the high side, though the size is exceptional too. For context, detached houses in Zaanstad are a rare commodity.
Inside the home
The agent lists this as a detached house with eight rooms, including five bedrooms. The living area is given as 254 m² in the agent's listing, while the BAG registration records 341 m². The plot is 467 m² according to both sources. The home dates from 1860, making it one of the older properties in the area.
Westzaan Noord
Westzaan Noord is a quiet, rural corner of Zaanstad, where the Zaan river and its historic windmills shape the daily rhythm. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes living in Zaandam as "like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded," mentioning the smell of chocolate from local cocoa factories on certain winds. Another resident, however, complains about "daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans," calling the area an "antisocial abdoela neighbourhood", a stark contrast. A third resident, writing about Assendelft, notes that "the 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." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood. The neighbourhood itself has about 2,440 residents, and 86% of the homes are single-family houses. For more on the area, see the Westzaan Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, just 73 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Westzaan is also close by,. Bus line 63 stops at Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, about 2.4 km away. The municipality of Zaanstad offers a range of services and connections, as described on the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard, and aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard; railway noise is 26 dB Lden, which is within the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 1% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently low but may become medium by 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 De Makelaers | Zaanstad and De Makelaers | Zaanstad on Funda.
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About Kerkbuurt 41, Westzaan
What is the asking price for this house?
The asking price is €795,000. This is about 39% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €573,500. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 254 m², is €3,130. The neighbourhood average price per square metre is €4,422, so this home is priced lower per square metre, but the total price is higher because of the large living area.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
According to the agent, this detached house has eight rooms, including five bedrooms. The living area is listed as 254 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 341 m². The plot is 467 m². The home was built in 1860, making it a historic property.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not available for this property at the moment. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 62 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard. Railway noise is 26 dB Lden, which is within the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this house?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 1% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1860, which is before 1970, a period that is sometimes associated with foundation issues, but the risk here is low.
What are the flood and climate risks for this property?
Area-level data shows that the pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but it may become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just 73 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is about 1.9 km away, and a PLUS is about 2 km away. There are also a Lidl and a Vomar within about 2.1 km. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
Which schools are close to this house?
Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker is just 168 metres away, making it a short walk. Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker is about 1.7 km away, and cbs Wij-land is about 1.8 km away. There are also several other primary schools within a few kilometres, as well as secondary schools at a distance of about 4.2 km.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, just 121 metres away, served by bus line 63. There are also stops at Assendelft, Watertoren and Westzaan, Middel, all on the same line. The nearest train station is Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, about 2.4 km away, offering rail connections.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Westzaan Noord is a rural neighbourhood with about 2,440 residents. Most homes are single-family houses (86%), and 72% are owner-occupied. The average household size is 2.2. Residents of the wider municipality of Zaanstad rate their living environment with an average score of 7.15, but this is based on reviews from the whole municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this information. As a result, it is not possible to comment on the energy efficiency of the home or estimate energy costs.
