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Hofwijk, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Prins Bernhardplein is a practical base in the heart of Zaandam. At 32 m² it is compact but efficient, and the 1968 construction means solid bones. The energy label D suggests moderate running costs. The asking price of €210,000 is in line with what you would expect for a studio in this part of Zaanstad, compared to other studios in Zaanstad.
Hofwijk is a dense, urban area with a very high address density of 2741 addresses per km². The population is mixed: many singles and couples, but also families with children. The neighbourhood has a residential feel with shops and amenities close by. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the statistics alone.
For your morning bread, SPAR express is just around the corner, and AH XL is a five-minute walk away. Primary schools are within walking distance: Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is a couple of streets away, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Blaise Pascal College and Zaanlands Lyceum are both about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commuting easy. The municipality of Zaanstad offers a range of services and green spaces nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken Zaandam.
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At 32 m² and with energy label D, the price of €210,000 is in line with what other studios in Zaanstad are asking. The neighbourhood is very urban and well-connected, which supports the price. Without comparable sales data for this specific street, it is hard to say if it is a bargain, but it is not out of step with the local market.
Energy label D is average for a home from 1968. It means the property is not super-efficient, so heating and electricity costs will be moderate but not extreme. You can expect typical bills for a studio of this size, but exact amounts depend on your usage and energy prices.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other cities in the region.
SPAR express is just 276 metres away, so a couple of minutes' walk. AH XL is 454 metres away, and there are several Dekamarkt branches within 600,700 metres. You have plenty of options for daily groceries.
The CBS data records 76 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which for a dense urban area is moderate.
Openbare basisschool In 't Veld is 417 metres away, and Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is 599 metres away. For secondary education, Blaise Pascal College and Zaanlands Lyceum are both within 750 metres. All are easily reachable on foot.
At 32 m², the studio is compact. It is best suited for a single person or a couple who are comfortable with a small living space. The layout is open, so there is no separate bedroom, which may be a consideration.
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 67, Zaandam
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