Homes for sale in Bomenbuurt, Zaanstad
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House prices and market figures for Bomenbuurt, Zaanstad
The owner-occupied market in Bomenbuurt is relatively modest in size. Of the 1,647 homes in the neighbourhood, only 39% are owner-occupied; the rest are rental properties, the vast majority of which are owned by housing associations. This limited ownership percentage means that not many homes change hands each year: in the past twelve months, 18 owner-occupied homes were sold, at an average sale price of €395,333. The range runs from €299,000 to €675,000, with an average living area of 97 m². That works out at a price of approximately €4,075 per square metre.
The WOZ value in Bomenbuurt is €312,000, which is almost identical to the district average of Zaandam Zuid (€313,000), but clearly lower than the municipal average of €368,000 for owner-occupied homes in Zaanstad as a whole. This difference indicates that Bomenbuurt is among the more affordable parts of the municipality, although actual transaction prices are above the WOZ value due to market developments. Check the current listings and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Living in Bomenbuurt, Zaanstad
Bomenbuurt is a typical post-war residential neighbourhood in the southern part of Zaandam, consisting of terraced houses and porch flats, most of which date from the 1950s and 1960s. The street names refer to trees, giving the neighbourhood a recognisable, slightly green identity, although the greenery itself is limited to gardens and tree-lined streets. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architecture or special amenities, but for those looking for a quiet, reasonably central spot in Zaandam, it serves well.
Resident Alette describes it aptly: "Nice, reasonably quiet neighbourhood, clean neighbourhood, garden is well maintained, reasonably central." That picture fits: the neighbourhood has no reputation for nuisance and the public space is reasonably well maintained. The overall resident score on the Bomenbuurt neighbourhood page stands at 4.7 out of 10, based on two reviews. Safety scores highest at 7.0, while accessibility (4.5), community (4.0) and especially education (1.0) score lower. That low education score is striking and may indicate limited choice in the immediate vicinity, although several primary schools in Zaandam-Zuid are accessible in a broader sense.
For daily groceries, you can go to supermarkets in the nearby shopping streets towards the centre of Zaandam, within walking distance or a short bike ride. The city centre of Zaandam, with Zaandam station and the Inverdan shopping area, is about ten minutes away by bike. By train, from Zaandam station you can reach Amsterdam Central in about twenty minutes, making the neighbourhood attractive for people who work in the capital but want to live in Zaandam. By car, the A8 is easily accessible, with connections towards Amsterdam and the A10.
Compared to neighbourhoods such as Burgemeestersbuurt and Prins Hendrikbuurt, which are also in Zaandam-Zuid, Bomenbuurt has a somewhat more anonymous character. The neighbourhood community scores low (4.0), suggesting that residents experience little social connection with the neighbourhood. If you value an active neighbourhood culture, it is worth also looking at Vijfhoekpark or Bomenbuurt Oost, neighbourhoods with a similar character but possibly a different social dynamic. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Zaanstad.
Who is a home for sale in Bomenbuurt interesting for?
Bomenbuurt mainly appeals to young families and first-time buyers looking for an affordable owner-occupied home in Zaandam. With an average transaction price of €395,333 and an entry price from €299,000, the neighbourhood still offers relatively accessible options compared to the rest of the municipality. The largest age group consists of 25 to 45-year-olds, and households with children form the largest household group, giving the neighbourhood a family character. However, supply is limited: only a handful of homes are sold each year, so anyone wanting to buy in Bomenbuurt must be patient and able to act quickly. If you want more flexibility, also check out the rental properties in Bomenbuurt as an alternative, or broaden your search to owner-occupied homes in Zaandam Zuid.
What residents say about Bomenbuurt
The neighbourhood receives an overall score of 4.7 out of 10, based on two resident reviews. Safety is the strongest category by far with a 7.0. Accessibility and housing score around 4.5, while education lags far behind with a 1.0. Alette, a resident, writes: "Nice, reasonably quiet neighbourhood, clean neighbourhood, garden is well maintained, reasonably central." She gives the neighbourhood a 7.6. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the Bomenbuurt overview page.
Compare homes for sale in and around Bomenbuurt
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Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Bomenbuurt?
In the past twelve months, 18 homes were sold in Bomenbuurt, with an average purchase price of €395,333. Prices ranged from €299,000 to €675,000, with an average living area of 97 m². This works out to a price of approximately €4,075 per square metre. The cheapest entry level is therefore around three hundred thousand euros, making the neighbourhood relatively accessible within Zaanstad.
What is the WOZ value in Bomenbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Bomenbuurt is €312,000. This is almost equal to the average of the surrounding district Zaandam Zuid (€313,000), but clearly below the municipal average of Zaanstad as a whole, which stands at €368,000. The neighbourhood thus belongs to the more affordable parts of the municipality.
What is it like to live in Bomenbuurt?
Bomenbuurt is a quiet, post-war residential neighbourhood in Zaandam-Zuid with terraced houses and porch flats from the 1950s and 1960s. Residents appreciate the tranquillity and central location, but neighbourhood ties are limited and educational facilities score low in resident reviews. The overall resident score is 4.7 out of 10, with safety as the highest sub-score (7.0).
Is Bomenbuurt suitable for families with children?
Families with children form the largest household group in Bomenbuurt, and most residents are between 25 and 45 years old. The neighbourhood has a quiet character and affordable purchase prices, which is attractive for young families. However, note the low education score in resident reviews: the supply of schools directly in the neighbourhood seems limited, although broader options are available in Zaandam-Zuid.
How is the accessibility of Bomenbuurt?
Zaandam station, with direct train connections to Amsterdam Central (approximately 20 minutes), is about a ten-minute bike ride from Bomenbuurt. By car, the neighbourhood connects well to the A8 towards Amsterdam and the wider region. Residents give accessibility a score of 4.5 out of 10, indicating there is room for improvement, especially for those dependent on public transport from the neighbourhood itself.
What type of homes are for sale in Bomenbuurt?
The housing supply in Bomenbuurt mainly consists of post-war terraced houses and porch flats, built in the 1950s and 1960s. Only 39% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the rest is rental housing. The supply for sale is therefore limited: on average, only a handful of homes are sold per year. Those considering buying an apartment in Bomenbuurt will find porch flats as the most common type.
Is Bomenbuurt a safe neighbourhood?
Safety is the highest-scoring category in the resident reviews of Bomenbuurt, with a score of 7.0 out of 10. Residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet and clean. The overall resident score is 4.7, but this is strongly influenced by low scores on education and community. In terms of safety, the neighbourhood stands out positively compared to the other categories.
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 AINice, reasonably quiet neighbourhood, clean neighbourhood, garden is well maintained, reasonably central location,
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately not a nice neighbourhood, lots of rubbish/waste everywhere on the ground, especially near the flats, the council does nothing about it and the residents are far too antisocial to realise that this is not acceptable. Furthermore, the houses look terrible. Dilapidated houses, cracks everywhere. Schools the same, nothing has been done for years. It looks awful. The council clearly puts all the problem people together and that creates entire streets/neighbourhoods that are not pleasant to walk through or be in. An enormous number of junkies, fights and in various places animals are mistreated/neglected (there is various evidence for this) and the (animal) police do absolutely nothing about it. At various flats, there are simply mouldy prams downstairs outside. Hygiene hardly exists here. 90 percent are immigrants and you can see that they handle everything differently in terms of living, hygiene and peace. Regularly very loud foreign music and if you say something about it, you get whole families on your back. You really don't want to live here..
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