Rosmolenbuurt West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Schoolmeestersstraat in Zaandam has a lived-in feel and a generous 98 m² of floor space. The 1934 build gives it a classic look, and the price of €325,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, 29% below the typical asking price. For context, detached houses in Zaanstad are scarce at this level.
The Rosmolenbuurt West neighbourhood is a mixed area with a strong community feel. Based on two reviews, one resident calls it a "Cosy neighbourhood" with a "fairly quiet street" and a "nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities", though they note occasional nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Another describes it as an "Old working-class neighbourhood" with "quite a lot of greenery". The area has a mix of families and singles, and the urbanity level is very strong with 3,726 addresses per km².
Daily errands are easy: Dekamarkt is just around the corner, Dirk is a five-minute walk, and AH XL is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, ICBS het Zaanplein is a five-minute walk, and Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is also within easy reach. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a GP surgery is on your doorstep. The municipality of Zaanstad keeps the area well connected.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Brantjes Makelaars Zaandam.
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About Schoolmeestersstraat 99, Zaandam
The asking price of €325,000 is 29% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€459,814) and also below the median of €395,000. Given the floor area of 98 m², that works out to about €3,316 per m², while the neighbourhood average is €4,529 per m². So it is priced keenly compared to other homes currently for sale in Rosmolenbuurt West.
Energy label F is the second-lowest rating on the scale, so you can expect relatively high energy costs. In the neighbourhood, about 26.5% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for an older property. The label is an official registration and does not necessarily say anything about the condition of the insulation or heating system.
Rosmolenbuurt West is a very urban area with all essentials close by. A GP is 500 m away, a large supermarket (Dekamarkt) is 400 m, and primary schools are within 700 m. The train station is 1.6 km away, so about a 20-minute walk. Residents describe it as a quiet street with greenery and a social neighbourhood team, though some mention occasional nuisance from youths in the evening.
This is a detached house with 98 m² of living space on a 91 m² plot, built in 1934. The layout is not described, but the floor area suggests a compact but functional home.
In the past year, 101 homes sold in the neighbourhood at an average price of €430,946 and an average time on market of 52 days. The current asking price of €325,000 is well below that average, which may indicate a quick sale is possible. However, sold prices vary widely, from €185,000 to €995,000.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: ICBS het Zaanplein (390 m), Elif Zaandam (518 m), and Openbare basisschool In 't Veld (526 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.6 km away. There are also special education options nearby, such as Dynamica Onderwijs at 541 m.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Fairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €459,814 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,529 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I really feel at home here, I have never been discriminated against or treated meanly
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet street. Sometimes nuisance from loitering youths in the evening. Nice social neighbourhood team with lots of activities. Neighbours greet and help each other.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in a quiet neighbourhood with quite a lot of greenery
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €459,814 | €395,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,529 | – |
| Rent price | €1,825 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 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 | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Schoolmeestersstraat 99, Zaandam
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