Zuiderhoofdbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Padlaan feels spacious and light, with 219 m² of living space on a 210 m² plot. Built in 2022, it has an A energy label, so running costs should be low. The asking price of €995,000 is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Zaanstad, but the modern finish and generous size justify it.
Zuiderhoofdbuurt is a quiet residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The neighbourhood has 1,990 inhabitants, mostly in households without children or single-person households. With 69% single-family homes and a high owner-occupancy rate, it feels settled and well-maintained. There are no resident reviews available, but the CBS data paints a picture of a stable, family-friendly area. The Zuiderhoofdbuurt neighbourhood is a pleasant place to live.
For daily groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with PLUS a five-minute walk away and Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. Primary school De Hoeksteen is a ten-minute walk, and secondary school Bertrand Russell college is also within walking distance. The area has a GP practice on your doorstep and a park a couple of streets away. The municipality of Zaanstad offers good amenities for everyday life.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken Krommenie.
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The asking price of €995,000 is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Zaanstad. However, the home is nearly new (built in 2022) with 219 m² of space and an A energy label, which adds value. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value a modern, energy-efficient home in a quiet neighbourhood.
The energy label is A, which is the second-best label on the scale. It means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
There are several schools within walking distance. Primary school De Hoeksteen is about 845 m away, and secondary school Bertrand Russell college is about 804 m away. There is also a special education school, Kentalis Signis SO TOS, at 778 m.
Dekamarkt is just 361 m away, so you can walk there in a few minutes. PLUS is 510 m away, and Albert Heijn is 915 m away. All are within easy walking distance for daily shopping.
The neighbourhood recorded 58 total crimes in the latest CBS data, which is relatively low for an area of this size. It is a quiet residential area with a stable population.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
It's a nice neighbourhood, shops are nearby and there is almost never any unrest.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €418,184 | €404,737 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,934 | – |
| Rent price | €1,600 p/m | €1,610 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 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 | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Padlaan 12B, Krommenie
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