A semi-detached home in Westzaan Noord
Westzaan Noord is a quiet corner of Westzaan, a village with a relaxed, small-town feel. This semi-detached house from 1956 sits on Burgemeester Ferfstraat, a street that feels settled and lived-in. With seven rooms spread over two floors, there is plenty of space for a growing household. The asking price is €425,000, which is 33% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood of €634,500. For more context, you can compare with other semi-detached houses in Zaanstad.
The home itself
Inside, the layout is straightforward: four bedrooms, one bathroom, and a living area of 83 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 80 m². The plot measures 212 m², with a rear garden of 69 m² facing northwest and a front garden. The home has partial double glazing and HR glass, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, so there is no leasehold to consider. The energy label is D, which means energy costs will be moderate rather than minimal.
Life in Westzaan Noord
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews. One resident describes a "rustige buurt waar veel gezinnen met jonge kinderen wonen" and a "prettig en ontspannen" atmosphere, with a strong sense of togetherness. Another resident, writing about Zaandam more broadly, mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories and favourite spots like De Hemmes and BIND. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,455 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what this specific area offers, the Westzaan Noord neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and there are more options a short drive away. Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Westzaan, is also close by. The pharmacy is a bit further, in Koog aan de Zaan. For public transport, bus line 63 stops at Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, a couple of streets away, and the nearest train station is Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, about a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Zaanstad, which offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €432,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 47%, from €293,000 to €432,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 1% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot, and the soil type is classified as "other". These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050, while heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including KRK Makelaars and KRK Makelaars Zaandam on Funda. The listing has been active since 7 November 2026.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Burgemeester Ferfstraat 20, Westzaan
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 2% below the WOZ value of €432,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 47%, from €293,000 in 2020 to €432,000 in 2025. This gives some context for the price, though the market value can differ from the WOZ value.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
The home has seven rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 83 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 80 m². The plot measures 212 m², with a rear garden of 69 m² facing northwest and a front garden. The property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has partial double glazing and HR glass, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 1% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. The home was built in 1956, which is before 1970, but this is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type is classified as "other".
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 29 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and air traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, also below the norm. These figures come from public data for the year 2022 and 2023, and are area-level indications rather than measurements at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Coop, just around the corner at about 284 metres. Other options include Vomar and Dekamarkt, both about 1.9 km away, and Albert Heijn at about 2 km. With 43 supermarkets within 5 km, there is plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kroosduiker, about 402 metres away, which is a couple of streets from the home. Other schools within a short distance include Dynamica Onderwijs and Openbare Basisschool De Zoeker, both around 1.7 km. There are 57 schools within 5 km, covering primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Westzaan, Kerkbuurt, about 319 metres away, served by bus line 63. There are additional stops on the same line at Westzaan, Middel and Assendelft, Watertoren. The nearest train station is Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, about 2 km away, which offers rail connections to the wider region.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.51, based on 53 reviews. One resident describes a quiet neighbourhood with many families and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere, where people treat each other with respect. Another resident, writing about Zaandam, mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories and favourite spots like De Hemmes and BIND. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just Westzaan Noord.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €5,120, based on the agent's listed living area of 83 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,086. So this home is priced slightly above the neighbourhood average per m², but the total asking price is 33% below the average asking price of €634,500, because the home is smaller than average.
