Westzanerdijk, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis terraced house on Penningweg in Zaandam offers a straightforward layout with 91 m² of living space on a 51 m² plot, built in 1998. The listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €199,500, the price is in line with other terraced houses in Zaanstad.
Westzanerdijk is a quiet residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The neighbourhood has around 1,455 inhabitants, with a good number of households with children. It's a moderately urban area, with most amenities within easy reach. The Westzanerdijk neighbourhood is known for its green spaces and local shops.
For daily groceries, the SPAR express is just around the corner, and Aldi is a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Openbare Basisschool De Dijk a couple of streets away. The area also has a park and a child daycare centre nearby. The municipality of Zaanstad provides good local services.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via A2 bedrijfsmakelaars and Gunther bedrijfsmakelaars.
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The asking price of €199,500 is in line with the market for similar properties in Zaanstad. The home has 91 m² of living space and a 51 m² plot, built in 1998. Without an energy label, you cannot estimate energy costs from the listing, but the price reflects the current market conditions.
The nearest supermarket is SPAR express, just 246 metres away on foot. Aldi is about 1.1 km, and Dekamarkt is 1.4 km. For daily shopping, the SPAR express is very convenient.
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Dijk, about 1 km away. Other primary schools within 2 km include Daltonschool De Westerkim and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut. For secondary education, Compaen vmbo is about 2 km away.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km from the home. This distance is manageable by bike or car, but not within walking distance for a daily commute.
A2 bedrijfsmakelaars and Gunther bedrijfsmakelaars have published only the street and price.
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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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures 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 | – |
Penningweg 26, Zaandam
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