A friendly family home in Westerwatering Noord
This terraced house on Eesveen 4 sits in Westerwatering Noord, a calm corner of Zaandam where families with young children set the tone. The home was built in 1988 and carries an A energy label, which is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively modest energy costs. With a floor area of 105 m² according to the agent, the asking price of €445,000 works out at €4,238 per m². That puts the price in line with what other [terraced houses in Zaanstad]( /koopwoningen/zaanstad/tussenwoningen/) are asking these days.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a single-family terraced house with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume comes to 364 m³. There is a front and back garden, with the back garden facing east and accessible via the back alley. The home has roof, wall and floor insulation, and heating runs through a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. The property is on municipal ground lease, with the lease ending on 25 June 2061.
Life in Westerwatering Noord
Westerwatering Noord is a residential area where, according to residents of the wider municipality of Zaanstad, the atmosphere is pleasant and relaxed. One resident describes a quiet neighbourhood with many young families, where people treat each other with respect and there is a real sense of togetherness. Another resident, also speaking about the municipality, mentions the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories on certain days, and recommends spots like De Hemmes and BIND for a sunset walk or a community café visit. These are just two of 57 reviews, which together give an average score of 7.15 out of 10 for the municipality. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,775 residents, and most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses. For a closer look at what [the Westerwatering Noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/westerwatering-noord-zaandam/) is like, the figures paint a picture of a stable, family-oriented area.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. Vomar and Dekamarkt are both just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For primary education, Openbare basisschool Het Eiland and RK Basisschool de Rietvink are both a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Westzijderveld and the pharmacy Apotheek Westzijderveld are also within a short walk. Public transport is well within reach: bus stops at Hensbroekstraat and De Binding are on your doorstep, served by lines 63 and 64, and Koog aan de Zaan train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Zaanstad]( /gemeente/zaanstad/), where the wider area offers plenty of options.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €446,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is almost exactly equal to the WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market, though the exact figures are not repeated here. As for the address itself, the area-level data shows road traffic noise at 49 dB, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Prismaat Makelaars Zaanstad on 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 Eesveen 4, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €445,000 is almost exactly equal to the WOZ value of €446,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The fact that the asking price and WOZ value are so close suggests the seller has priced the home in line with the official valuation, but the actual market value depends on what buyers are willing to pay.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family terraced house with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 364 m³. There is a front and back garden, with the back garden facing east and accessible via the back alley. The home also has roof, wall and floor insulation, and heating runs through a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an A energy label, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively modest energy costs compared to homes with less efficient labels. The home also has roof, wall and floor insulation, which helps keep the home warm in winter and cooler in summer. However, the exact energy costs depend on your usage and the current energy prices.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is on municipal ground lease, with the lease ending on 25 June 2061. This means the land is owned by the municipality, and you pay an annual fee for the right to use it. The end date is still several decades away, so the current lease will run for a long time. It is worth being aware of the ground lease when considering the total cost of ownership.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The area-level foundation risk indication for this address is low. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The actual condition of the foundation can only be determined by a structural survey, but the data suggests the risk is low.
How is the neighbourhood for families?
Residents of the wider municipality of Zaanstad describe a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere with many young families. One resident mentions a sense of togetherness and respect among neighbours. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,775 residents, with a mix of ages, and most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses. The average review score for the municipality is 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. Vomar and Dekamarkt are both just around the corner, about 430 metres away. Albert Heijn is a bit further, at about 591 metres, which is a five-minute walk. There are also other options within a short distance, so you have plenty of choice for your daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare basisschool Het Eiland and RK Basisschool de Rietvink are both about 578 metres away, which is a couple of streets away. Chr Basisschool Het Baken is slightly further at 584 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.9 km away, so older children can also get to school without too much trouble.
How is the public transport connection?
Public transport is well within reach. The nearest bus stops are at Hensbroekstraat and De Binding, both on your doorstep, served by lines 63 and 64. Koog aan de Zaan train station is about 586 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the area and further afield.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The area-level data shows road traffic noise at 49 dB, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is at 42 dB and air traffic noise at 44 dB, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements at the property itself. The actual noise you experience may vary depending on the time of day and your exact position.
