Vinkenstraat 44B
Oud West, Zaanstad
AreaA modern studio in the heart of Zaandam
This ground-floor studio on Vinkenstraat 44B sits right in the centre of Zaandam, in the Oud West neighbourhood. Built in 2017, it is recent new-build in an area where most homes date from before 1945. The asking price of €275,000 is in line with the market, and it sits well below the neighbourhood average asking price of €518,318. For comparison, studios in Zaanstad give a sense of what this price level buys across the municipality.
A compact, efficient layout
The studio spans one floor with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 40 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 39 m². The home is fully insulated and heated by a combi boiler with underfloor heating. It has a front garden of 10 m² facing southeast, and you own the property outright. The homeowners' association fee is €63 per month.
Life in Oud West
Oud West is a lively part of Zaandam with a mix of ages, though young adults between 25 and 45 make up the largest share. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where people treat each other with respect. Another praises the quiet corners along the Zaan and the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories on certain days. A third mentions that all amenities are close by, with many schools and greenery. The Oud West neighbourhood itself has around 5,150 residents.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza just around the corner. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is a ten-minute walk away, as is ICBS het Zaanplein. Huisartsenpraktijk Lind and the pharmacy are both a couple of streets away. The bus stop at Vinkenstraat is on your doorstep with lines 64, 67, 69, 111 and N94, and Zaandam train station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Zaanstad offers further options within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was set at €290,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 5% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 44%, from €201,000 to €290,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail and air traffic stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though 9% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarsland and Funda.
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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 Vinkenstraat 44B, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 5% below the WOZ value of €290,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 44%, from €201,000 to €290,000.
What is the layout of this studio?
The studio spans one floor and has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 40 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 39 m². The home has a front garden of 10 m² facing southeast and is located on the ground floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The property is fully insulated and heated by a combi boiler with underfloor heating.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €63 per month. This is a monthly contribution towards the shared costs of the building, such as maintenance of common areas. The property is owned outright, so there is no ground lease to consider.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with a sense of togetherness. Another mentions the quiet corners along the Zaan and the smell of chocolate from local factories. A third notes that all amenities are close by.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza just around the corner. Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is a ten-minute walk away, as is ICBS het Zaanplein. There are several other primary schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop at Vinkenstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 64, 67, 69, 111 and N94. Zaandam train station is a five-minute walk away. This gives you options for getting around the region without a car.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 33 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 9% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €275,000 works out to €6,875 per m² based on the agent's listed living area of 40 m². The neighbourhood average asking price per m² is €5,730. The overall asking price sits 47% below the neighbourhood average of €518,318, though the home is also smaller than the average of 101 m².
