Rental homes in Russische buurt, Zaanstad
View the current rental property listings in Russische buurt, Zaanstad. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Russische buurt, Zaanstad
Russische buurt is a true renter's neighbourhood: 60% of the 1,397 homes are rental properties, of which 33% are owned by housing associations and 27% by other landlords. This means both social housing and private sector rentals are available, although waiting lists for social housing in Zaanstad are long. In the private sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,840 per month, with a range from €875 to €3,500. With an average floor area of 83 m², this works out to about €22 per square metre. Keep in mind that these figures exclude social housing; through a housing association like Parteon you pay significantly less. The average WOZ value in Russische buurt is €353,000. That is lower than the average for the Oude Haven district (€396,000) and also below the municipal average for Zaanstad (€368,000). For private sector tenants, Russische buurt is therefore relatively affordable compared to the immediate surroundings. At the top of this page you can see the current listings and daily prices for available rental homes in Russische buurt.
Living in Russische buurt, Zaanstad
Russische buurt is nestled between the Zaan river and the railway line, in the southern part of Zaandam. The name refers to street names named after Russian cities and composers: you live here on Moskoustraat, Leningradstraat or Tsjaikovskistraat. It is a compact residential neighbourhood consisting mainly of porch flats and terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by newer apartments. The atmosphere is urban and functional, not particularly green or picturesque. Residents rate the greenery in the neighbourhood at just 2.5 out of 10, and you notice that: there are few parks or public gardens. One resident writes: "A small patch of grass that is used as a dog toilet." At the edge of the neighbourhood, the Houthavenkade is currently being developed, which causes construction nuisance but may bring new housing and amenities in the long term.
Facilities in Russische buurt
For daily groceries you walk to Russische buurt itself (there is a small supermarket on the edge) or cycle to the centre of Zaandam in five minutes, where you will find Albert Heijn, Lidl and the Zaansche Markt. The market in the centre is busy on market days, although residents note that cleaning up after the market sometimes takes a day longer than desired. Primary schools are nearby, such as De Voorzaan and De Bijenkorf. Secondary schools are further away in Zaandam-Zuid. Sports facilities are limited in the neighbourhood itself, but swimming pool De Slag and various sports clubs are within cycling distance. For shops, restaurants and healthcare you rely on the centre of Zaandam or Zaandam-Zuid shopping centre.
Accessibility from Russische buurt
Accessibility scores the highest among residents at 8.5 out of 10, and rightly so. Zaandam station is less than a ten-minute walk away. From there, the Sprinter takes you to Amsterdam Centraal in 12 minutes. Several bus routes stop in the neighbourhood and connect you to Wormerveer, Krommenie and other parts of the Zaan region. By car you are quickly on the A8 towards Amsterdam or the A7 to North Holland. Cycling to the centre of Zaandam takes three to five minutes. Parking is free in parts of the neighbourhood, but due to the high housing density it can be a challenge to find a spot in the evening. Information about any parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Zaanstad.
Honest picture: what residents appreciate and criticise
The resident reviews on the neighbourhood page of Russische buurt give a mixed picture. The overall score is 5.7 out of 10. Accessibility and facilities score well, but on cleanliness (4.5), housing (4.5) and greenery (2.5) the neighbourhood scores below average. Resident Melvin says: "It is not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. In my complex only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours." The sense of community scores 5.5, which fits a neighbourhood with many single-person households (755 of the households) and a diverse population. If you are looking for a close-knit neighbourhood community, you should take that into account. Comparing Russische buurt with neighbouring neighbourhoods, Havenbuurt offers a quieter character, while Hembrugterrein has a completely different, creative and industrial profile. Zuiderhout is also an option for those looking for more greenery and new-build homes.
Is a rental home in Russische buurt right for you?
The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 25 to 45 years old (1,045 residents), and that is no coincidence. Russische buurt mainly attracts starters and young professionals who want to be in Amsterdam quickly without paying Amsterdam rents. Finding a rental home in the private sector requires speed: with 107 rentals in the past year, there is regular supply, but sought-after homes are snapped up quickly. Make sure you have your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) ready. For social housing, register with housing association Parteon; expect several years of waiting time. Families with children find affordable space here, but may miss greenery and playgrounds. Seniors (415 residents aged 65+) already live here, but the neighbourhood is not specifically senior-friendly. Prefer to buy? Then check the listings for homes for sale in Russische buurt.
What residents say about Russische buurt
Based on 2 reviews, Russische buurt scores 5.7 out of 10. Accessibility is the strongest point (8.5), while greenery (2.5) and housing (4.5) receive the lowest scores. Resident A. Kruijt sums it up succinctly: "This neighbourhood is deteriorating, people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And you certainly can't expect anything from the municipality." That is honest and recognisable for those who live here. Want to see all reviews and scores per category? Go to the reviews and neighbourhood data of Russische buurt.
Compare rental homes in Russische buurt with surrounding neighbourhoods
Unsure whether Russische buurt is the right place to rent an apartment? Then compare with the neighbourhoods in the rest of the district. Het Eiland is closer to the water and has a different character, while Zuiderhout Noord offers more new-build and greenery. You can also search more broadly: check the listings for rent in the Oude Haven district or compare with districts such as Zaandam Zuid and Rosmolenwijk. On Buurtje.nl you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current housing listings from more than 1,500 sources, so you can base renting a home in Russische buurt or elsewhere in Zaanstad on real data rather than gut feeling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Russische buurt, Zaanstad?
The average rent in the free sector in Russische buurt is €1,840 per month, with an average area of 83 m² (approximately €22/m²). The range runs from €875 to €3,500 per month. Social housing through housing associations is considerably cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing properties in Russische buurt?
Yes, approximately 33% of homes in Russische buurt are owned by housing associations, mainly Parteon. To qualify for a social housing property, you register via WoningNet. Waiting times in Zaanstad can run up to several years, so early registration is recommended.
What is it like to live in Russische buurt?
Russische buurt is a compact, urban residential neighbourhood consisting mainly of porch flats and terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s. Residents appreciate the accessibility (8.5/10) but are critical of green space (2.5/10) and cleanliness (4.5/10). The overall neighbourhood score is 5.7 out of 10 based on resident reviews.
Is Russische buurt suitable for starters and young professionals?
The neighbourhood attracts many 25- to 45-year-olds (1,045 out of 2,730 residents). Zaandam station is within walking distance, meaning you can be at Amsterdam Central in 12 minutes. Free-sector rents are lower than in Amsterdam, making the neighbourhood attractive for starters working in the Amsterdam region.
How accessible is Russische buurt?
Accessibility scores 8.5 out of 10 among residents. Zaandam station is about a 10-minute walk away, with a Sprinter connection to Amsterdam Central in 12 minutes. Several bus routes stop in the neighbourhood. By car, you are quickly on the A8 towards Amsterdam. Parking is mostly free but can be tight in the evenings.
What amenities are there in and around Russische buurt?
In the immediate vicinity you will find primary schools such as De Voorzaan and De Bijenkorf. Supermarkets and shops are a short bike ride away in the centre of Zaandam. Sports facilities such as swimming pool De Slag are within cycling distance. The neighbourhood itself has limited dining and shops.
Is Russische buurt a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
Residents give safety a 6.5 out of 10. During the day the neighbourhood feels safe, but one resident indicates that it feels less safe in the evening. The neighbourhood scores 5.5 on sense of community, partly due to the high concentration of single-person households (755). It is advisable to form your own impression by visiting the neighbourhood in the evening.
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
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