Amrum 40
Het Eiland, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA quiet spot in Zaandam
This terraced house on Amrum sits in a peaceful corner of Het Eiland, a stone's throw from the water. With 120 m² of living space and a 140 m² plot, it offers a comfortable layout for a family. The price of €595,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, reflecting the efficient energy label A and the generous outdoor space. For context, terraced houses in Zaanstad vary widely in price and size.
Het Eiland: a quiet, family-friendly enclave
Het Eiland is a small, leafy neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. The area has a strong sense of community, though no resident reviews are available to give a personal perspective. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are calm. The park is literally on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk away. To learn more about the area, check out the Het Eiland neighbourhood.
Daily life on Amrum
For your morning bread, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within a five-minute walk: OBS Herman Gorter and Openbare Basisschool De Voorzaan are both close. The city centre of Zaandam is a short cycle away, and the wider municipality of Zaanstad offers plenty of green space and recreational options.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken Krommenie and Bert van Vulpen makelaars + hypotheken Zaandam.
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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 Amrum 40, Zaandam
Is €595,000 a fair price for this terraced house?
The asking price of €595,000 is on the high side compared to the average for terraced houses in Het Eiland. However, the home has an energy label A, which means low running costs, and a generous plot of 140 m². The final sale price will depend on market demand and how the property is presented.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the second most efficient label. This means the home is well insulated and has efficient heating, so you can expect relatively low energy bills. The label is officially registered in EP-Online.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach Amsterdam Central in around 15 minutes.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. OBS Herman Gorter is 580 m away, Openbare Basisschool De Voorzaan is 634 m, and obs De Gouw/locatie Kernschool is 855 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.5 km away.
Is there a garden?
The listing does not explicitly mention a garden, but the plot size of 140 m² suggests there is outdoor space. You would need to confirm the exact layout with the agent.
How many bedrooms does this house have?
With 120 m² of living space, it likely has three or four bedrooms, but you would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
Statistics for Het Eiland
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Experiences from Oude Haven
How residents experience their district
This neighbourhood is deteriorating; people are increasingly less willing to keep their own street clean. And from the municipality you can expect absolutely nothing. A small patch of grass that is used as a poop field for dogs. And on the other side of our house, the Houthaven quay is being built. Away sun, away freedom; the flats are so close that we have to sit with the curtains closed.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not really safe in the neighbourhood in the evenings. When there has been a market, it often takes another day before it's cleaned up. In my complex, only foreign people live, so I have little contact with the neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Oude Haven
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €383,282 | €342,250 |
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| Sale per m² | €4,981 | – |
| Rent price | €1,567 p/m | €1,481 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zaanstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €441,232 | €406,562 |
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| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
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Amrum 40, Zaandam
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