A friendly terraced house in Kerkbuurt
Tucked away in the quiet Kerkbuurt neighbourhood of Oostzaan, this terraced house from 1973 sits on a sheltered spot in a residential area. With its energy label A, it's an efficient home that's ready for comfortable living. The asking price of €550,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, sitting 19% below the average asking price of €680,993. For context, terraced houses in Oostzaan are part of a varied market, with prices ranging from €389,000 to over €2 million.
Inside the home
Step inside and you'll find a spacious layout with six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area measures 119 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 110 m². The plot is 162 m². The home features wall and floor insulation, a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating, and a garage box. Outside, there's a back garden of 35 m² facing northeast, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright.
Life in Kerkbuurt
Residents here give their neighbourhood a solid 8.46 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "everyone knows each other." Another adds: "it's a very nice neighbourhood with many different ages but everyone chats with each other." A third resident sums it up: "Friendly people, nice neighbourhood, lots of green, plenty of nature, wouldn't want anything else." The neighbourhood has around 7,120 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. It's a place where people seem to genuinely look out for one another, as the reviews suggest. For more on what makes this area tick, have a look at the Kerkbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk and Jumbo a short walk further. For the little ones, Openbare Basisschool De Rietkraag is on your doorstep, and Christelijke Basisschool De Korenaar is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Oostzaan and BENU Apotheek De Kolk are both within a five-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at De Kolk and Kolksloot are just around the corner, served by lines 111 and N19. The nearest train station is Zaandam, about 4.8 km away. The municipality of Oostzaan offers a peaceful setting while keeping you connected to the wider region, as you can see on the municipality of Oostzaan. As for the address, public risk data indicates that the foundation risk is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. Noise from road traffic is measured at 47 dB Lden, and from air traffic at 45 dB Lden, both below the legal norm. For climate risks, pluvial flooding and flood risk are both rated medium, as is heat stress by 2050, while current heat stress is low. These are all area-level indications from public data sources.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Dirk Voet Makelaars and Dirk Voet 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.
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About Rietschoot 318, Oostzaan
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Kerkbuurt?
The asking price of €550,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €680,993. This is described as a keen price. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,966, while this home is listed at €4,622 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 119 m². Keep in mind that the average home in the neighbourhood is larger, at 159 m², so the comparison is not apples to apples.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
This is a three-storey terraced house with six rooms in total, including five bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 119 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 110 m². The plot is 162 m². There's a back garden of 35 m² facing northeast, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden. A garage box is also included.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The home also has wall and floor insulation, a central heating boiler, and partial underfloor heating, according to the agent. These features contribute to keeping the home warm and energy use down, though the exact costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it's not always included in listings. Without it, we can't compare it to the asking price or show its historical development. If you need this information, it's available from the municipality.
What are the risks related to foundation and flooding in this area?
Public risk data indicates that the foundation risk is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For flooding, both pluvial flooding and flood risk are rated medium, as is heat stress by 2050. Current heat stress is low. These are area-level indications from public data sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, about 465 metres away, with Dirk and Jumbo a bit further. Openbare Basisschool De Rietkraag is on your doorstep at 116 metres, and Christelijke Basisschool De Korenaar is about 709 metres away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Oostzaan is 452 metres away, and BENU Apotheek De Kolk is 427 metres away. Bus stops at De Kolk and Kolksloot are within 500 metres, served by lines 111 and N19.
How is the neighbourhood of Kerkbuurt?
Residents rate Kerkbuurt highly, with an average score of 8.46 out of 10 based on three reviews. One resident says "everyone knows each other," while another mentions "many different ages but everyone chats with each other." A third resident appreciates the "lots of green, plenty of nature." The neighbourhood has around 7,120 residents, with a mix of ages and household types, including many families with children.
Is there a train station nearby?
The nearest train station is Zaandam, which is about 4.8 km away. This is a bit of a distance, so you'd likely need to cycle or drive to catch a train. For local bus transport, stops at De Kolk, Kolksloot, and Lisweg are all within 550 metres, served by lines 111 and N19. These buses connect you to the surrounding area, though specific destinations are not listed.
