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Bomenbuurt, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 1939 terraced house on Abeelstraat sits in Zaandam's Bomenbuurt, a neighbourhood where the scent of chocolate from local factories drifts in on the wind. With 92 m² of living space and a 138 m² plot, it's a compact but classic Dutch home. At €299,000, it's the cheapest of the six homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and 39% below the average asking price of €488,167, a keen entry point for the area. For context, terraced houses in Zaanstad typically sell at a range of prices, but this one stands out for its affordability.
Bomenbuurt is a mixed residential area with a strong industrial heritage. Based on three reviews, opinions vary widely. One resident calls it a "cosy residential area surrounded by beautiful nature," praising the daily chocolate scent and local spots like De Hemmes peninsula and BIND café. Another says it's a "super nice place to live", quiet, clean, and reasonably central. A third review, however, paints a starkly different picture: "unfortunately not a nice neighbourhood," citing litter, dilapidated houses, and antisocial behaviour. The CBS data shows a diverse population of about 3,975 residents, with many families and a mix of owner-occupied and rental homes. For more on the area, see the Bomenbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: a Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, the AH XL is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close by, obs De Gouw is on your doorstep, and Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde is a five-minute walk. Secondary education is also nearby, with VMBO Pascal Zuid a short stroll. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden just a couple of streets away, and a restaurant is within a five-minute walk. For broader context, the municipality of Zaanstad offers a mix of urban and green spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Peter Pals Makelaardij o/g b.v.
Details of this home
Abeelstraat 17, Zaandam
Satisfactory · 3 residents
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 AINice, reasonably quiet neighbourhood, clean neighbourhood, garden is well maintained, reasonably central location,
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately not a nice neighbourhood, lots of rubbish/waste everywhere on the ground, especially near the flats, the council does nothing about it and the residents are far too antisocial to realise that this is not acceptable. Furthermore, the houses look terrible. Dilapidated houses, cracks everywhere. Schools the same, nothing has been done for years. It looks awful. The council clearly puts all the problem people together and that creates entire streets/neighbourhoods that are not pleasant to walk through or be in. An enormous number of junkies, fights and in various places animals are mistreated/neglected (there is various evidence for this) and the (animal) police do absolutely nothing about it. At various flats, there are simply mouldy prams downstairs outside. Hygiene hardly exists here. 90 percent are immigrants and you can see that they handle everything differently in terms of living, hygiene and peace. Regularly very loud foreign music and if you say something about it, you get whole families on your back. You really don't want to live here..
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About Abeelstraat 17, Zaandam
At €299,000, this terraced house is the cheapest of the six homes currently for sale in Bomenbuurt and sits 39% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €488,167. The median asking price in the area is €455,000, so this is a notably low entry point. However, the energy label G means higher heating costs to expect, which may factor into the overall value.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating bills compared to a home with a better label. In Bomenbuurt, 60% of homes have label A, while 40% have label D or lower. This house falls into the latter category, so it's worth budgeting for energy costs.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Bomenbuurt has a mix of families and singles. According to CBS data, there are 710 households with children and 640 single-person households. The average household size is 2.3 people. Reviews are mixed: some residents appreciate the quiet, clean streets and local amenities, while others mention issues with litter and antisocial behaviour. It's a diverse area with both positives and negatives.
The floor area is 92 m², which typically accommodates two to three bedrooms, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
The plot size is 138 m², which suggests there is outdoor space, but the listing does not explicitly mention a garden.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: obs De Gouw is 193 m away, Christelijke Basisschool Tamarinde is 424 m, and RK basisschool Paus Joannes is 560 m. For secondary education, VMBO Pascal Zuid is 609 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The CBS data records 150 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a per-capita comparison, it's hard to judge. Resident reviews are split: one mentions a "reasonably quiet neighbourhood," while another reports "lots of rubbish/waste" and "fights.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bomenbuurt
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