Pieter Basstraat 5
Westerwatering Zuid, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodA friendly family home in Westerwatering Zuid
This terraced house on Pieter Basstraat 5 sits in Westerwatering Zuid, a residential area in Zaandam where the streets are quiet and the neighbours know each other. The home was built in 1988 and has an energy label C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With a price of €545,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average for terraced houses in Zaanstad, which typically go for around €525,000.
Inside the home
Step inside and you'll find a spacious layout with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 121 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 110 square metres. The plot is 125 square metres. The home is fully insulated and heated by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. There's a front and back garden, with the back garden facing southeast and accessible via the back alley. The property is built on municipal land under a ground lease that has been paid off until 2063.
Life in Westerwatering Zuid
Westerwatering Zuid is a neighbourhood where families and long-time residents mix, and the streets are lined with similar homes from the late eighties. A resident of the municipality of Zaanstad describes living here as "cosy" and mentions the smell of chocolate from the local cocoa factories, which "envelopes the entire city in a warm, brownie-like scent" on certain days. Another resident praises the area for its amenities and greenery, though they note that the neighbourhood bus runs infrequently. Across the municipality, residents give an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. The neighbourhood itself has about 4,850 residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more details, see the Westerwatering Zuid neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For your daily errands, you'll find an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and another one a couple of streets away. There's also an Aldi within a ten-minute walk. For school, the nearest primary school is Openbare basisschool Het Eiland, a ten-minute walk away, and there's also RK Basisschool de Rietvink nearby. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwendam is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Service Wester Apotheek Zaandam is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stop Zaandam, Gaasperdamstraat is on your doorstep, with line 64, and the train station Zaandam is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Zaanstad offers a range of amenities and services, as described on the municipality of Zaanstad.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €482,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. For climate risks, the indication for pluvial flooding is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including 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 Pieter Basstraat 5, Zaandam
What is the asking price for this terraced house?
The asking price is €545,000. This is 13% above the WOZ value of €482,000. In the neighbourhood, the average asking price for homes currently for sale is €616,833, with a median of €525,000. The price per square metre is €4,504, based on the agent's listed living area of 121 m².
How many bedrooms does this home have?
This terraced house has four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total living area is 121 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 110 square metres. There is also a front and back garden, with the back garden facing southeast.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €482,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above this value. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil consists of peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication and not an inspection of the specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 660 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 760 metres. There is also an Aldi at 958 metres and an AH to go at 932 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Westerwatering Zuid is a residential area with about 4,850 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the majority were built between 1970 and 2010. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give an average score of 7.15 out of 10, based on 57 reviews.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home is fully insulated according to the agent, and has a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating.
Is there a train station nearby?
Yes, Zaandam train station is about 899 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. There are also several bus stops nearby, including Zaandam, Gaasperdamstraat with bus line 64.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is built on municipal land under a ground lease (erfpacht). The lease has been paid off until 1 April 2063, and the lease ends on 31 May 2063. This means the ground lease is fully paid for the current period.
Statistics for Westerwatering Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €616,833 | €525,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,480 | – |
| Rent price | €3,300 p/m | €3,300 p/m |
Experiences from Nieuw West
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 AIStatistics for Nieuw West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €509,591 | €412,535 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,677 | – |
| Rent price | €1,776 p/m | €1,680 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 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 | €493,431 | €421,176 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,704 | – |
| Rent price | €1,693 p/m | €1,633 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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