Centrum, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis listing on Dorpsstraat in Assendelft is a home that feels like part of a close-knit community. This listing does not state a property type or year of construction. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €395,000, the price is in line with the market for homes in Zaanstad.
Based on three reviews, residents describe the Centrum neighbourhood as a lovely, social area. One resident says: "Nice child-friendly neighbourhood but too few parking spaces. Good amenities in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control." Another adds: "Fantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other. If something is wrong we help each other." The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, with many single-family homes.
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away. Primary schools De Regenboog and Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker are both within a five-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Zaanstad, which offers a range of amenities and green spaces nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Makelaardij Tom B.V.
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Makelaardij Tom B.V. has published only the street and price on the listing.
The price is €395,000. Without the floor area or property type, it's hard to compare directly, but the price is in line with other homes in Zaanstad. The neighbourhood has a high percentage of owner-occupied homes, which suggests a stable market.
The energy label is D. This is an official registration (EP-Online). Label D is in the middle of the scale, so energy costs are moderate but not minimal.
The Centrum neighbourhood scores an 8.42 out of 10 from three reviews. Residents highlight the social atmosphere, child-friendliness, and good amenities. Parking can be tight during school hours, and some mention occasional nuisance from young people, but overall it's a safe and friendly area.
Albert Heijn is 370 metres away, just around the corner. PLUS is 422 metres away, and Lidl is 654 metres away. All are within easy walking distance.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. De Regenboog is 298 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Dorpsakker is 427 metres away. Secondary schools are further, at 3.6 km.
The nearest train station is 3.9 km away, so you would need a bike or car to reach it.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Nice neighbourhood for small children and young families. Good amenities in the area in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control. Too little parking, especially when schools start and end. Sometimes nuisance from young people, although that has been going very well lately. Cosy and social neighbours and neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other. If something is wrong we help each other, for example during a storm saving a roof by means of a tarp if you see the neighbour struggling. And so much more. Behind here lie the meadows from Assendelft to Beverwijk. Uitgeest. We'll stay here until the end!♡♡♡♡
Auto-translated to English by AIVery social neighbourhood with nice people. For example, if someone is ill, another person does their grocery shopping, etc. Occasionally a party, but you just join in everyone's party. We look after each other's cats when away. The only thing everyone is annoyed by is the weeds that new neighbours don't remove in the alleys, and unfortunately you're not allowed to say anything about it. The older residents always do it, and you have to cycle through them.
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How residents experience their district
Nice neighbourhood for small children and young families. Good amenities in the area in terms of shops and schools. Safe for children to play. Pleasant social control. Too little parking, especially when schools start and end. Sometimes nuisance from young people, although that has been going very well lately. Cosy and social neighbours and neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFantastic neighbourhood, lots of contact with each other, also when ill and we take groceries for each other. If something is wrong we help each other, for example during a storm saving a roof by means of a tarp if you see the neighbour struggling. And so much more. Behind here lie the meadows from Assendelft to Beverwijk. Uitgeest. We'll stay here until the end!♡♡♡♡
Auto-translated to English by AIVery social neighbourhood with nice people. For example, if someone is ill, another person does their grocery shopping, etc. Occasionally a party, but you just join in everyone's party. We look after each other's cats when away. The only thing everyone is annoyed by is the weeds that new neighbours don't remove in the alleys, and unfortunately you're not allowed to say anything about it. The older residents always do it, and you have to cycle through them.
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How residents experience their municipality
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 AIDaily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe rest of Assendelft is difficult to reach, the neighbourhood bus only runs once an hour between 9 and 18, but otherwise it's very pleasant living here. All amenities are available, many schools, greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AINo contact with neighbours, used to have New neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AINice people who leave each other alone, but you can always turn to them when needed...
Auto-translated to English by AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy feeling says that people should be nicer to each other, keep the neighbourhood tidy, and there should be less nuisance in the flat. And people can help each other to keep it tidy too.
Auto-translated to English by AIA cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Unfortunately, many homes have mould and there are many loitering youths in the area. This affects safety.
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| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Dorpsstraat 485A, Assendelft
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