Homes for sale in Pelders- en Hoornseveld, Zaanstad

What does a home cost in Pelders- en Hoornseveld?

The owner-occupied market in Pelders- en Hoornseveld is more accessible than in many other parts of Zaanstad. The average WOZ value here is €327,000, well below the municipal average of €368,000. Yet actual transaction prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 45 homes changed hands for an average of €445,933, with a range of €295,000 to €1,245,000. That difference between WOZ and sale price says something about demand in this neighbourhood. Only 38% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to 62% rental, the vast majority of which (54%) is owned by housing associations. The supply of owner-occupied homes in Pelders- en Hoornseveld mainly consists of terraced houses and apartments. Detached houses are scarce. At the top of this page, view the current listings with asking prices and selling times.

Living in Pelders- en Hoornseveld: down-to-earth, accessible and green

Pelders- en Hoornseveld is a neighbourhood that doesn't immediately appear on your radar when searching in the Zaanstreek, but on closer inspection proves surprisingly practical. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. In Peldersveld West you'll find many porch flats and social housing, while Hoornseveld and the Kleurenbuurt have more single-family homes from the 1970s and 1980s. Peldersveld Oost sits somewhere in between in terms of atmosphere.

On the neighbourhood page for Pelders- en Hoornseveld, residents rate the area 7.1 out of 10. Notable are the high scores for safety (8.0), accessibility (8.0) and green space (8.0). Resident Serdar sums it up succinctly: "It's just a good neighbourhood." Loes is also largely positive but notes that there is "a lot of rubbish around the flats", which explains the lower score for cleanliness (5.5). She appreciates that there is a bus stop nearby and that it feels safe: "Nothing scary happens." That accessibility is indeed a strong point. Bus lines towards Zaandam Centraal stop within walking distance, and Zaandam station can be reached within ten minutes by bus. From there, you're at Amsterdam Centraal in a quarter of an hour. By car, the A7 via the Zaandam exit is quickly reachable.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is self-sufficient for daily shopping. There is an Albert Heijn and a Lidl in the immediate vicinity, and the Peperstraat shopping centre in Zaandam-Zuid is within cycling distance. For schools, there are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Bijenkorf and De Honingbij. Secondary schools are further away in Zaandam. The Jagersveld and the green strips along the neighbourhood provide play space and walking opportunities, something families with children appreciate. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 25 to 45 years (2,910 residents), confirming that it is an area where young families and starters settle. The municipality of Zaanstad is investing in the public space of this part of the city, although this is not yet visible everywhere around the flats.

Which buyers is Pelders- en Hoornseveld interesting for?

With an entry price around €295,000, buying a home in Pelders- en Hoornseveld is realistic for starters looking in the Amsterdam region but not wanting to pay capital-city prices. Families will find affordable single-family homes with three or four bedrooms, especially in Hoornseveld and the Kleurenbuurt. Buying an apartment in Pelders- en Hoornseveld can be done for under three hundred thousand, but keep in mind VvE contributions for the older flats. Also budget for approximately 2% transfer tax, notary costs and possibly a structural survey, especially for homes from the 1970s. The supply of owner-occupied homes is limited due to the high proportion of rental properties, so be quick when something becomes available. If you're looking for flexibility, also check out the rental properties in this neighbourhood.

Searching for an owner-occupied home in Pelders- en Hoornseveld and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only find a home but also know what it's really like to live there. Feel free to compare with surrounding neighbourhoods: view the supply in Zaandam Zuid, the Rosmolenwijk or the Kogerveldwijk. Or view all owner-occupied homes in Zaanstad for a broader overview.