Vurehout
Zaans Hout, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA rental home on Vurehout in Zaandam
This listing on Vurehout in Zaandam is a rental home in the Zaans Hout neighbourhood. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. The rent is €2,150 per month, which is 34% above the neighbourhood average of €1,602, so it is on the high side compared to other rentals in the area. For context, you can compare it with other rental homes in Zaanstad.
The Zaans Hout neighbourhood
Zaans Hout is a modern residential area with a mix of houses and flats. Around 46% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 47% of households are single-person. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with an address density of 2,445 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the description is based on CBS data. The area is well provided with daily amenities, and the atmosphere is lively yet green. You can read more about the Zaans Hout neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For your daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is an AH to go a couple of streets away. Several other supermarkets, including Ekoplaza and Aldi, are within a five-minute walk. For families, primary schools like Daltonschool De Westerkim and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut are a couple of streets away, and secondary school Compaen vmbo is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a park or public garden within a five-minute walk. For broader amenities, you can explore the municipality of Zaanstad.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including The Real Estate Agency, Pararius and 123Wonen. The agent has not published full specifications such as the property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label.
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About Vurehout, Zaandam
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The Real Estate Agency has published only the street and price on Pararius and other channels.
What is the monthly rent?
The monthly rent is €2,150. This is 34% above the average rent in the Zaans Hout neighbourhood, which is €1,602. The rent is on the high side compared to other rentals in the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zaans Hout is a modern, urban neighbourhood with a mix of houses and flats. It has a high address density and a young population, with 46% of residents aged 25 to 45. Many households are single-person. The area has good access to shops, schools and green spaces.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just 175 metres away, and there is an AH to go at 351 metres. Other supermarkets within walking distance include another Albert Heijn, Ekoplaza and Aldi, all within about 500 metres.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools nearby include Daltonschool De Westerkim (391 m) and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (430 m). For secondary education, Compaen vmbo is 849 metres away. There are also special education options like Dynamica Onderwijs.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away.
What is the energy label?
The agent has not provided this information.
Statistics for Zaans Hout
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Experiences from Nieuw West
How residents experience their district
It's a beautiful and green neighbourhood, with nature that truly enchants you. Yet sometimes it can feel too quiet and isolated. The neighbourhood is connected to the rest of the city by only two roads. When the bridge 'De Binding' is closed, only one route remains to civilisation — which regularly leads to traffic jams. Additionally, there is unfortunately a lack of good amenities. There isn't a single café or ice cream parlour in the area; for a simple cup of coffee or a treat, you have to travel miles. The infrastructure could certainly be improved to make life here more pleasant and better connected.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood where you can find everything. From primary school, supermarket and public transport. And much more. Very child-friendly. Parking is a bit of a hassle, but that's really a small downside.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Nieuw West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,310 | €407,295 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,822 | – |
| Rent price | €1,590 p/m | €1,530 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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Vurehout, Zaandam
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