Hofwijk, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Prins Bernhardplein offers a practical base in the heart of Zaandam. At 32 m² it is compact, and with a price of €225,000 it sits 19% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €276,333, a keen entry point for a buyer. For context, studios in Zaanstad vary widely in size and price.
Hofwijk is a lively urban area with a mix of residents. The neighbourhood has 1,125 inhabitants, many living alone (205 single-person households) and a fair share of families (195 households with children). The area feels busy, address density is high at 2,741 addresses per km². No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from statistics. The Hofwijk neighbourhood is part of the Kogerveldwijk district.
Daily errands are easy: a SPAR express is just around the corner, and an AH XL is a five-minute walk away. For primary schools, Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is a couple of streets away, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a five-minute walk. Secondary schools like Blaise Pascal College and Zaanlands Lyceum are within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Zaanstad offers plenty of amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including ADD Makelaardij, Vastgoed Nederland and Funda.
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About Prins Bernhardplein 55, Zaandam
The asking price of €225,000 is 19% below the average asking price in Hofwijk (€276,333). Given that the floor area (32 m²) is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 59 m², the price per m² is actually higher than average. It is a keen price for a compact studio in a central location.
The energy label is E. This is an official registration from EP-Online. Label E is on the lower end of the scale, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The label does not tell you exactly which parts of the home need attention.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting by train convenient.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: a SPAR express at 276 m, an AH XL at 454 m, and a Dekamarkt at 556 m. Daily groceries are easily covered.
Primary schools include Openbare basisschool In 't Veld (417 m) and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft (599 m). For secondary education, Blaise Pascal College (725 m) and Zaanlands Lyceum (744 m) are nearby.
Currently, 6 homes are for sale in Hofwijk, with prices ranging from €210,000 to €375,000. The average asking price is €276,333, and the average floor area is 59 m².
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €276,333 | €267,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,896 | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €276,333 | €267,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,896 | – |
| Rent price | €1,692 p/m | €1,888 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 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 | – |
Prins Bernhardplein 55, Zaandam
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