Abbenbroekstraat 12
Westerwatering Noord, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA terraced house in Westerwatering Noord
This terraced house on Abbenbroekstraat 12 sits in Westerwatering Noord, a residential area in Zaandam within the municipality of Zaanstad. The home dates from 1986 and carries an energy label B. With an asking price of €489,000, the price per square metre comes to €4,144 based on the agent's listing, which puts it on the high side compared with other terraced houses in Zaanstad.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the house has five rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a volume of 408 cubic metres. The living area is 118 square metres, matching the BAG registration. There is a front garden of 12 square metres and a back garden of 55 square metres facing southeast. The agent describes the home as fully insulated, with a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating.
Life in Westerwatering Noord
Westerwatering Noord is a quiet corner of Zaandam, where the daily rhythm is set by the smell of chocolate drifting from the local cocoa factories, a detail one resident of the municipality of Zaanstad fondly recalls. Across the municipality, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident praises the area as a cosy residential spot surrounded by nature, while another mentions the neighbourhood bus runs only once an hour. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,775 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on this area, see the Westerwatering Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Dekamarkt and Vomar just around the corner. For schools, Dynamica Onderwijs and Compaen vmbo are a couple of streets away, as are two primary schools. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwendam and Service Wester Apotheek Zaandam are both just around the corner. Bus stop Zaandam, Diepenbroekstraat with line 63 is on your doorstep, and line 64 stops nearby. The nearest train station, Koog aan de Zaan, is a ten-minute walk. All this sits within the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic and rail traffic is above the standard, while aircraft and industrial noise are not. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding and current flood risk are low, with heat stress expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Groen Huis Makelaars and Groen Huis Makelaars.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Abbenbroekstraat 12, Zaandam
What is the asking price for this terraced house?
The asking price is €489,000. Based on the agent's listed living area of 118 square metres, that works out to €4,144 per square metre. This is a price level you can compare with other terraced houses in Zaanstad to see where it stands.
How many bedrooms does this house have?
According to the agent, the house has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 118 square metres, and the volume is 408 cubic metres. There is also a front garden of 12 square metres and a back garden of 55 square metres facing southeast.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states the home is fully insulated, which supports the label.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, but it is not available here. Without it, you cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address-level data, the noise from road traffic and rail traffic is above the standard, with levels of 56 dB Lden for both. Aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden and industrial noise is 50 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the house itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to public data. However, the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property, so it does not guarantee the condition of the foundation.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 271 metres away, so on your doorstep. Dekamarkt is 633 metres away, and Vomar is 889 metres away. There are also several other options within a short distance, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this house?
Several schools are within walking distance. Dynamica Onderwijs, a special secondary school, is 312 metres away, and Compaen vmbo is 315 metres away. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Het Eiland and RK Basisschool de Rietvink are both 376 metres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Zaandam, Diepenbroekstraat, just 81 metres away, served by line 63. Another stop, Zaandam, De Westerwatering, is 200 metres away with line 64. The nearest train station is Koog aan de Zaan, 870 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Westerwatering Noord is a residential area in Zaandam with about 3,775 inhabitants. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15. One resident describes it as a cosy area with nature nearby, while another notes the infrequent neighbourhood bus. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages and household types.
Experiences from Westerwatering Noord
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's a beautiful and green neighbourhood, with nature that truly enchants you. Yet sometimes it can feel too quiet and isolated. The neighbourhood is connected to the rest of the city by only two roads. When the bridge 'De Binding' is closed, only one route remains to civilisation — which regularly leads to traffic jams. Additionally, there is unfortunately a lack of good amenities. There isn't a single café or ice cream parlour in the area; for a simple cup of coffee or a treat, you have to travel miles. The infrastructure could certainly be improved to make life here more pleasant and better connected.
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Experiences from Nieuw West
How residents experience their district
It's a beautiful and green neighbourhood, with nature that truly enchants you. Yet sometimes it can feel too quiet and isolated. The neighbourhood is connected to the rest of the city by only two roads. When the bridge 'De Binding' is closed, only one route remains to civilisation — which regularly leads to traffic jams. Additionally, there is unfortunately a lack of good amenities. There isn't a single café or ice cream parlour in the area; for a simple cup of coffee or a treat, you have to travel miles. The infrastructure could certainly be improved to make life here more pleasant and better connected.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood where you can find everything. From primary school, supermarket and public transport. And much more. Very child-friendly. Parking is a bit of a hassle, but that's really a small downside.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €509,591 | €412,535 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,677 | – |
| Rent price | €1,776 p/m | €1,680 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zaanstad
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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €465,681 | €423,237 |
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| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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