Rental homes in Zaandam Zuid, Zaanstad
View the current rental property offerings in Zaandam Zuid. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Zaandam Zuid?
Zaandam Zuid is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 56% of the more than 6,000 homes are rental properties, and nearly half of those (46%) are owned by a housing association. This means that the supply in the private sector is relatively limited. In the past twelve months, only 35 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,743 per month. The range runs from €877 to €2,995, depending on size and location within the neighbourhood. The average floor area of those homes was 86 m². Want to know what is available today? At the top of this page you will find the current rental offering with daily prices.
The WOZ value in Zaandam Zuid, at €313,000, is well below the average for the municipality of Zaanstad (€368,000). The average income of €32,600 also lags behind the municipal average of €35,800. This makes private sector prices steep for many households in the neighbourhood. Those looking for a rental home in the social housing segment must contend with waiting lists at housing associations such as Parteon and ZVH, which manage the majority of the rental stock here.
Working-class neighbourhood with character: how residents experience Zaandam Zuid
On Buurtje.nl, residents rate Zaandam Zuid a 6.5 out of 10, based on 11 reviews. That is not an exceptional score, and the sub-scores tell you exactly why. Safety scores highest at 7.9, which is striking for a neighbourhood often described as a 'working-class area'. Resident Germaine calls it succinctly a "working-class neighbourhood" and notes that it has become busier with traffic compared to twenty years ago. Beauty scores lowest at 4.8: the neighbourhood looks messy in places, especially around the Achtersluispolder, an industrial area in transition.
Yet there are residents who are enthusiastic. Victor gives an 8.1 and writes: "It is a quiet neighbourhood with nice houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools nearby." He appreciates the proximity to Amsterdam, ten minutes by car. Wim, who gives a 9.0, experiences no nuisance and says children can happily go to the playground. "Many nice people," he writes. But Elisabeth (5.0) finds it too quiet: "Only good morning, good afternoon, nothing else. I like some bustle around me." That contrast is typical. Zaandam Zuid is not a bustling city neighbourhood, but a place where life passes quietly. Those who appreciate that feel at home here. Those who do not get bored.
The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. In the Burgemeestersbuurt you will find more spacious 1930s homes along the Zaan, while the Bomenbuurt and Bomenbuurt Oost have more post-war porch flats. Resident Zico describes it as a "working-class DIY neighbourhood on the Zaan" where people lead fast lives and could do with a bit more community spirit. Accessibility is decent (6.9): Zaandam station is within cycling distance, and via the A8 you are quickly on the Amsterdam ring road. You can do your shopping at the shops around Vijfhoekpark, although amenities (6.0) are not abundant. Read more resident experiences and neighbourhood data on the Zaandam Zuid page.
Renting in Zaandam Zuid: for whom, for whom not?
With the largest age group between 25 and 45 and many single-person households (2,735 out of more than 6,000), Zaandam Zuid mainly attracts starters and singles who want to live close to Amsterdam without paying Amsterdam prices. Renting an apartment in Zaandam Zuid is a logical step for them, especially if you are looking in the private sector. For families with school-age children, the neighbourhood is fine: education scores a 7.2, and there are enough primary schools. But if you like nightlife, restaurants and urban bustle, Zaandam Zuid is not your place. Elisabeth's review speaks volumes. Looking for more space and considering buying? Then check out the offering of homes for sale in Zaandam Zuid, because with a WOZ value below the municipal average, there are opportunities.
Searching for rental homes in Zaandam Zuid and surroundings
At the top of this page you will find the current overview of rental properties in Zaandam Zuid, with filters for price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines that offering with resident reviews and neighbourhood scores, so you choose not just a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Is the offering here limited? Then also look at the nearby Rosmolenwijk, the adjacent Zaandam Noord or view the full overview of rental properties in Zaanstad. Want to know more about the municipality? On the website of the municipality of Zaanstad you will find information about parking permits, waste collection and local regulations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental home in Zaandam Zuid?
In the free sector, the average rent in Zaandam Zuid over the past year was €1,743 per month, with an average floor area of 86 m². Prices ranged from €877 to €2,995 per month. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but waiting times are long.
Is Zaandam Zuid a safe neighbourhood to rent a home?
Residents rate safety in Zaandam Zuid at 7.9 out of 10, the highest sub-score in the district. That is a remarkably good score. Several residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet, although there are complaints about increasing traffic compared to the past.
How is the accessibility if you rent a home in Zaandam Zuid?
Zaandam station is within cycling distance and offers direct train connections to Amsterdam Central (about 12 minutes). Via the A8 motorway, you can reach Amsterdam by car in about 10 minutes. Residents give accessibility a 6.9 out of 10.
Are there many social housing units available in Zaandam Zuid?
Of the housing stock in Zaandam Zuid, 46% is owned by housing associations, which is relatively high. However, availability is limited due to long waiting times. In the free sector, only 35 homes were rented out in the past year, so supply is tight there as well.
Are there good schools in the area if I rent a home in Zaandam Zuid?
Education scores a 7.2 among residents. There are several primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity. For higher education, you need to go to Amsterdam. Residents mention the school offering as one of the stronger points of the neighbourhood.
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 AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AINo more than 27 years ago
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with beautiful houses. There are plenty of primary and secondary schools in the area, but unfortunately no universities or colleges. It is very close to Amsterdam (10 minutes by car), which is always nice. The infrastructure is very good and there are more and more improvements. It is a shame that there is not a larger centre, because at the moment there are only clothing stores, terraces and restaurants. House prices are also getting more expensive, and are starting to look more and more like those in Amsterdam. There are also plenty of sports clubs. The only problem is the Poelenburg district, where there are sometimes issues. I hope that more attention will be paid to that.
Auto-translated to English by AIgenerally I don't experience any nuisance and children can go to the playground to make friends, lots of nice people (in my experience) and I definitely recommend living here
Auto-translated to English by AIOnly Good morning Good afternoon nothing else it's very quiet here I love bustle around me children playing people sitting outside on summer evenings.
Auto-translated to English by AIMessy neighbourhood, generally nice people but could do with more pulling together (including myself), almost everyone has a fast life here, it would be nice if people were sometimes less rushed and took it easy doing something for someone else, this could be something very small like greeting someone kindly or letting someone go ahead. The neighbourhood could also be a bit tidier in some places, there is rubbish lying in the streets, also from all the DIY that goes on a lot. Furthermore, there are primary schools in the area but they are very full. Also secondary education which is not far by bike. There are restaurants, cafés, lunch spots, a supermarket, bike repair shop, hairdresser, much more and the city of course, which is very close. Also there is regularly a nice party at the Burcht and the river Zaan is nice to walk along. The neighbourhood feels reasonably safe, if something unpleasant were to happen that is seen by residents, I am quite sure they would come to help if needed. Green space is unfortunately somewhat lacking, in principle logical because it's the Randstad but I think it could easily be a lot greener, especially the gardens.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood, but the waste collection could be better. There's also so much loose rubbish on the streets.
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