A compact studio in the Russische buurt
This studio on Kerkerak in Zaandam is a compact, efficient home in the Russische buurt. The listing does not state a year of construction, so the age of the building is not known. At €1,275 per month, the rent sits 32% below the neighbourhood average of €1,862, which makes it a keen option for a studio. For context, studios in Zaanstad give a sense of what else is available in the municipality.
The Russische buurt
The Russische buurt neighbourhood is a mixed, central part of Zaandam with a high proportion of single-person households. Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings. One resident says: "This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing." Another notes: "It's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up." The reviews reflect concerns about upkeep and safety, though the area is lively and well-connected.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. An AH to go is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away, with Vomar a short walk further. For schools, Openbare Basisschool De Dijk is a ten-minute walk, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is a bit further. The train station is within walking distance, which helps for commuting. The municipality of Zaanstad covers a wider area with plenty of amenities.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed via vb&t Nieuwbouwmakelaars and one other channel.
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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.
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About Kerkerak 75, Zaandam
Is €1,275 a fair rent for this studio?
The rent is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €1,862, and the floor area of 43 m² is 47% smaller than the average of 81 m². So you are paying less per month, but for a smaller space. Compared with other rentals in the Russische buurt, this studio is on the keen side, especially given its central location.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+++, which is the most efficient label available. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance as certified.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
An AH to go is just 198 metres away, so it's on your doorstep for quick groceries. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both about 337 metres away, a couple of streets from the studio. Vomar is a bit further at 472 metres. For a larger supermarket, the nearest one is about 500 metres away.
What are the schools like nearby?
There are several primary schools within a short walk. Openbare Basisschool De Dijk is about 684 metres away, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is 929 metres, and Daltonschool De Westerkim is 955 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.1 km away, so a bit of a journey.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 0.8 km from the studio, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other nearby towns.
What is the neighbourhood like based on reviews?
Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood has some challenges. One resident mentions deterioration and a lack of municipal support, while another notes safety concerns in the evenings and slow market cleanup. The average score is 5.69 out of 10, reflecting mixed feelings about the area.
Why is there no year of construction in this listing?
The agent has not published the year of construction for this studio. Other details like the address, floor area, and energy label are provided.
