Homes for sale in Westerkoog, Zaanstad
Looking for a home to buy in Westerkoog? Check the current listings, average asking price and time to sell at the top of this page.
House prices in Westerkoog: above the Zaanstad average
Westerkoog is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 64% of the more than 2,800 homes are privately owned, with the rest rented out via a housing association or private landlord. The average WOZ value is €421,000, which is clearly above the municipal average for Zaanstad (€368,000). This difference is also reflected in sale prices: over the past twelve months, 16 homes changed hands at an average sale price of €451,500, with a range of €275,000 to €615,000. The average home has a floor area of approximately 105 m². The supply consists mainly of post-war single-family homes and some apartments. See the current supply and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent updates.
Living in Westerkoog: what residents don't tell you during a viewing
Westerkoog is located in the western part of Zaandam and has the character of a quiet, largely post-war residential neighbourhood. The largest age group is 65-plus, which translates into a relatively quiet street scene and a high proportion of households without children. The labour participation rate is 60%, and the average income of €37,700 is slightly above the Zaanstad average, which partly explains the higher WOZ value. On the neighbourhood page for Westerkoog you will find all resident reviews and demographic data together.
The resident score on Buurtje.nl is 4.1 out of 10, based on five reviews. This low score calls for honesty. The submitted reviews come without exception from one or two users and contain only discriminatory and offensive language towards residents with a migration background. Buurtje.nl disapproves of these statements and only includes them here because they are visible on the platform. They say nothing reliable about the quality of living in Westerkoog. The sub-scores give a more nuanced picture: amenities score 8.0, education 7.0, and safety 6.4. Accessibility (3.5) and beauty (3.0) score significantly lower.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood indeed scores well. Westerkoog Shopping Centre on Zuiddijk offers daily groceries, a GP, pharmacy, and various small shops within walking distance. For schools, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, supporting the education score of 7.0. Green space is present but limited: the neighbourhood has some parks and playgrounds, but for a large park you need to go outside the neighbourhood, towards Darwinpark or along the North Sea Canal. Accessibility by public transport is the weakest point: bus connections run to Zaandam station, from where you can reach Amsterdam Central by train in about ten minutes. The connection to the A8 towards Amsterdam and the A7 towards Purmerend is good by car. Also look at adjacent neighbourhoods such as Westerkoog Midden or Westerkoog Oost if you want to compare within the neighbourhood.
For which buyers is Westerkoog a realistic option?
The average sale price of €451,500 and the WOZ value of €421,000 make Westerkoog less accessible for first-time buyers without existing equity or a substantial savings buffer. Movers and seniors looking for space in a quiet neighbourhood with good amenities fit this profile better. Keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers under the threshold), notary fees, and possible valuation costs. Supply is limited, with only 16 transactions in a year. If you want more flexibility, you can also look at rental homes in Westerkoog as an interim solution.
Searching for a home to buy in Westerkoog and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it's like to live there. If you find the supply in Westerkoog too limited, similar neighbourhoods in Zaanstad are worth exploring: for example, check the supply in Zaandam Zuid, Kogerveldwijk or Rosmolenwijk. For a broader view of the market, see all homes for sale in Zaanstad on one page. More information about the municipality can also be found on the official website of the municipality of Zaanstad.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Westerkoog?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Westerkoog was €451,500, with an average living area of 105 m². The range ran from €275,000 to €615,000, depending on the type and condition of the property. The average WOZ value is €421,000, which is clearly above the Zaanstad average of €368,000.
What types of homes are for sale in Westerkoog?
The supply of homes for sale in Westerkoog mainly consists of post-war single-family homes and some apartments. Detached houses are scarce. With only 16 transactions in the past year, supply is limited, so anyone considering buying an apartment in Westerkoog would do well to check the listings regularly and act quickly.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Westerkoog?
When buying a home in Westerkoog, in addition to the purchase price, standard buyer's costs apply: transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers who meet the conditions), notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation and advisory costs. On a property of €451,500, this can quickly add up to an extra €10,000 to €15,000.
How accessible is Westerkoog by public transport and car?
Westerkoog is connected by bus to Zaandam station, from where you can reach Amsterdam Central by train in about ten minutes. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the A8 towards Amsterdam and the A7 towards Purmerend and Hoorn. Residents rate accessibility at 3.5 out of 10, indicating that public transport connections are considered inadequate.
Are there good schools and facilities in Westerkoog?
Residents rate education at 7.0 and facilities even at 8.0. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood and immediate vicinity, and Westerkoog shopping centre on Zuiddijk offers daily groceries, a GP and a pharmacy. For secondary education and larger shopping facilities, you need to go to the centre of Zaandam.
Daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIFor 3 years, every vacant home was filled with Muslim parasites, the neighbourhood has turned into a third-world district, due to the obviously antisocial behaviour of these pigs. Time to leave this pathetic country! What an unimaginably godforsaken country this has become thanks to this imbecile government and the import of Abdullas. BAH
Auto-translated to English by AINowadays every vacant house is being filled by headscarves with 6 children, this is really turning into a dirty third world country. Vermin come here to "live" and have absolutely no respect for the residents. Stinking Moroccans are now calling the shots here too! What a horror to still live here!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt was a nice neighbourhood, until every empty house was filled with Abdouls! Within 1 year this has become a third world country municipality! Asocial Islam pigs who don't give a damn about anything! Stay away from here!
Auto-translated to English by AIVery bad, a lot of nuisance from abdoelas, antisocial behaviour, confronting them about this antisocial behaviour leads to aggression. In short, it has become a terrible neighbourhood to live in!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Westerkoog neighbourhood is a green and accessible area. Trees are everywhere and there are plenty of parks. Especially the nearby polder Westzijderveld is a beautiful and unique area. Certainly for birdwatchers! Many different birds forage there. You can see, among others, the buzzard and the marsh harrier. With a bit of luck you can see the kingfisher. Via the Westerwindpad and the Schelpenpad you can walk or cycle to station Koog aan de Zaan. This station has a eatery. You can also pick up food there. By car you can easily get there. Parking is available, but limited. Free though. The shopping centre looks cosy and has various shops. You can park your car there for free. The neighbourhood is sufficiently clean and tidy. There are rubbish bins here and there. I find the safety there somewhat less. In the evenings it can be noisy due to groups of youngsters and scooter riders. The community is diverse: working-class, yuppies, families, elderly and young people. The housing is reasonable: flats, rental and owner-occupied homes. There are two primary schools. And you know what's so unique there: a boxing school for the youth! Right in the centre.
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