Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 1917 semi-detached house on Herengracht brings a sense of history and character to your daily life. With 101 m² of living space and a 134 m² plot, it offers more room than many homes in Oud West. The price of €585,000 is 32% above the neighbourhood average of €443,719, so it sits on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Zaanstad.
Oud West is a dense, urban area with a mix of pre-war homes and modern amenities. The neighbourhood has a young population, with many singles and couples, and a lively street scene. No resident reviews are available, but the area is known for its convenience. The address density is high, reflecting the city feel. The Oud West neighbourhood is home to around 5,150 residents, with a high proportion of one-person households.
Your morning coffee is just a three-minute walk away at the Dirk supermarket, and there's a Vomar and Albert Heijn within a five-minute stroll. For families, primary schools like Openbare Basisschool Et Buut and Daltonschool De Westerkim are a short walk away. The train station is a 15-minute walk, making commuting easy. The municipality of Zaanstad offers parks and restaurants nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Brantjes Makelaars Zaandam.
Details of this home
Herengracht 69, Zaandam
Data from Oud West
Data from Oud West
36 within 5 km
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About Herengracht 69, Zaandam
The asking price of €585,000 is 32% above the neighbourhood average of €443,719. However, this home is larger than average (101 m² vs 84 m²) and has a plot of 134 m². Semi-detached houses are relatively rare in Oud West, which may justify the premium. The median price in the area is €405,000, so this is a high-end listing.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. It means the property is reasonably efficient but not as economical as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact amounts depend on usage. In the neighbourhood, 21.4% of homes have label C, while 42.9% have D or lower.
The train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities straightforward. The neighbourhood is well-connected, with bus stops also nearby.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (400 m), Daltonschool De Westerkim (461 m), and ICBS het Zaanplein (561 m). For secondary education, Zaanlands Lyceum is 926 m away. All are easily reachable on foot or by bike.
The nearest supermarket is Dirk at 197 m, just a couple of minutes' walk. Vomar (318 m) and Albert Heijn (396 m) are also nearby, so daily shopping is very convenient. There's also an Ekoplaza for organic products.
The neighbourhood recorded 243 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an urban area. The high address density means there are many eyes on the street, which can contribute to a sense of safety.
Oud West has a young, diverse population with many singles (1,425 one-person households) and couples without children (685). There are 670 households with children. The average household size is 1.8, reflecting the many small households. The area has a lively, urban feel.
Sold homes in Oud West took an average of 61 days to sell, which is a reasonable timeframe. This suggests a balanced market without extreme pressure. The current listing is priced above average, so it may take a bit longer to find a buyer.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud West
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