Waterrijk, Zaanstad
This terraced house on Mediterraan 21 sits in Waterrijk, a residential area in Assendelft that feels calm and green. The home was built in 2001 and has an energy label A, so it's an efficient home to run. With a price of €475,000, the asking price is 5% above the WOZ value, which puts it on the high side compared to the market. For context, [terraced houses in Zaanstad] have recently sold for an average of €484,125.
Inside, you'll find four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 112 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 109 m². The plot is 132 m². The house is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, plus double and HR glazing. It's heated by district heating, and you own the property outright. There's a garden at the back, accessible from the rear, facing northwest.
Waterrijk is a neighbourhood where residents give an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The 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." Another adds: "Cosy and free." The neighbourhood has about 3,270 residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. It's a quiet spot, with a park just a short walk away. [The Waterrijk neighbourhood] offers a mix of families and older residents, and the streets are lined with modern houses.
For daily errands, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a short walk: Interconfessionele Basisschool Octant and obs Ayundo. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Saendelft, and the pharmacy is Acdapha Saendelft Apotheek, both about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 456 stops at Noorderveenweg, a ten-minute walk away, and the nearest train station is Krommenie-Assendelft, about 1.3 km. [The municipality of Zaanstad] covers the wider area.
The WOZ value is €453,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 5% above that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €322,000 to €453,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications: road traffic noise is 52 dB Lden, above the norm, and aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the norm. The foundation risk is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is medium now and in 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Brantjes 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.
About Mediterraan 21, Assendelft
The asking price of €475,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €453,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly higher than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value has increased by 41% over the past five years, from €322,000 in 2020 to €453,000 in 2025.
The house has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 112 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 109 m². The plot is 132 m². There is a garden at the back, accessible from the rear, facing northwest.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The house is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, plus double and HR glazing. It is heated by district heating.
The WOZ value is €453,000 as of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 41%, from €322,000 in 2020 to €453,000 in 2025. This shows a steady rise in the municipal valuation of the property.
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the norm. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are indications for the area, not a measurement of this specific home.
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. However, the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is a general indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. It's a fact to be aware of, but no action is suggested.
The area-level indications show that pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is medium both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium in 2050. These are general indications for the area, not specific to this home.
Albert Heijn is about 974 metres away, and Vomar is about 1,043 metres away. There are also other supermarkets within a few kilometres, including another Albert Heijn and a PLUS. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short distance.
There are two primary schools within about 220 metres: Interconfessionele Basisschool Octant and obs Ayundo. Other primary schools, like Openbare basisschool De Meander and De Oceaan, are about a kilometre away. There are also secondary schools within a reasonable distance.
The nearest bus stop is Assendelft, Noorderveenweg, about 686 metres away, served by bus line 456. There are also stops at Ambachtslaan and Bruggeman on the same line. The nearest train station is Krommenie-Assendelft, about 1,283 metres away.
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The 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." Another says: "Cosy and free."
Currently, there are no homes for sale in the neighbourhood, according to the data. In the recent past, eight homes were sold, with an average price of €484,125. The average time on the market was 92 days. This gives an idea of the local market activity.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
The 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.
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How residents experience their district
The 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 AII'm having a very good time
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| Sale price | €514,413 | €508,261 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,378 | – |
| Rent price | €1,700 p/m | €1,700 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
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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| Sale price | €444,624 | €405,857 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,773 | – |
| Rent price | €1,649 p/m | €1,580 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Mediterraan 21, Assendelft
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