De Jonge Prins 16
Zaanse Schans, Zaanstad
AreaA modern home in a historic setting
This semi-detached house on De Jonge Prins 16 sits in the Zaanse Schans, a neighbourhood known for its iconic windmills and green surroundings. Built in 2021, it is recent new-build in an area where most homes date from before 1945. The asking price of €675,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, semi-detached houses in Zaanstad give you an idea of what is on offer across the municipality.
The home itself
The living area is 90 m² according to the BAG registration, on a plot of 237 m². The energy label is A+++, an efficient label, which means energy costs should be modest. The home was completed in 2021, so it is a recent build. The listing does not provide further details on the layout or outdoor space.
The Zaanse Schans neighbourhood
With 405 residents, the Zaanse Schans is a small neighbourhood. Across the Zaanse Schans neighbourhood, residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a quiet area with many young families and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere, where people treat each other with respect. Another resident, writing about Zaandam as a whole, mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories on certain days and favourite spots like De Hemmes, a small peninsula perfect for sunset walks with views of the windmills. A third review, about Assendelft, notes that the neighbourhood bus runs only once an hour but that amenities and greenery are plentiful.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with another Dekamarkt a ten-minute walk away and a SPAR a couple of streets further. Primary school De Werf is a ten-minute walk, and secondary school St. Michaël College is just over a kilometre away. The GP, Medisch Centrum de Zaan, and Apotheek Guisveld are both about 1.2 to 1.3 km from the home. Bus stops at Wormerveer, Schildersbuurt and Zaandijk, Koperslagerstraat are within walking distance, served by lines 67, 69 and N94. The nearest train station, Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, is 1.7 km away. The municipality of Zaanstad covers the wider area. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 3% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, while the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk are both medium. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via Van de Steege Makelaarsgroep Amsterdam-Noord.
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About De Jonge Prins 16, Zaandam
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €675,000. The price per square metre, based on the BAG living area of 90 m², is €7,500. The price verdict, compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, is that it is on the high side. Two homes are currently for sale in the Zaanse Schans, with an average asking price of €1,622,500.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have low energy costs. The home was built in 2021, so it is recent new-build. The listing does not provide specific details on insulation or heating installations.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures are indications at area level, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low. The soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and in this area 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What flood risk applies to this location?
The risk of pluvial flooding, which occurs when heavy rain overwhelms drainage, is low. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is medium, and the projected flood risk for 2050 is also medium. These are area-level indications based on public risk data.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Dekamarkt is just around the corner at about 600 metres, with another Dekamarkt about 900 metres away. A SPAR is at 1.2 km, and an Albert Heijn at 1.3 km. In total, there are 39 supermarkets within 5 km of the home.
What schools are close to this home?
Primary school De Werf is about 700 metres away, and Interconfessionele Basisschool WormerWieken is at 1 km. For secondary education, St. Michaël College is at 1.2 km. There are 61 schools within 5 km of the home.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops at Wormerveer, Schildersbuurt and Zaandijk, Koperslagerstraat are within about 550 to 600 metres, served by lines 67, 69 and N94. The nearest train station, Zaandijk Zaanse Schans, is 1.7 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a quiet area with young families and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. Another mentions the smell of chocolate from local factories and favourite spots like De Hemmes for sunset walks. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not specifically the Zaanse Schans neighbourhood.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, or any outdoor space like a garden or garage. It also does not mention insulation or heating installations.
