Oud West, Zaanstad
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About Vincent van Goghweg, Zaandam
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The rent is €895 per month. That is about 55% below the average rent for rooms in the neighbourhood, which is €1,200. It is a relatively affordable option in Oud West.
Oud West is a lively, urban neighbourhood with a mix of residents. About half of households are single-person, and a quarter have children. The area has a strong urban feel, with many amenities nearby.
The train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. It offers a direct connection to the wider region.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest is a SPAR express at 233 metres, followed by a Dekamarkt at 454 metres and another at 503 metres. An AH XL and a Dirk are about 860 metres away.
There are several schools close by. Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is 189 metres away, and Zaanlands Lyceum is 248 metres. Another primary school, In 't Veld, is 565 metres from the room.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €443,719 | €405,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,946 | – |
| Rent price | €1,984 p/m | €1,805 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €427,576 | €402,826 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,893 | – |
| Rent price | €1,667 p/m | €1,539 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €464,922 | €422,770 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,751 | – |
| Rent price | €1,668 p/m | €1,602 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Vincent van Goghweg, Zaandam
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