Westzaan Zuid, Zaanstad
This terraced house on Roerdompstraat 19 sits in Westzaan Zuid, a quiet corner of Westzaan where the streets are lined with similar homes and the water is never far away. The house was built in 1961 and has an energy label D, so expect moderate energy costs. With a price of €400,000, the asking price is in line with the market for terraced houses in Zaanstad.
Inside, the house offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 91 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 square metres. The plot is 170 square metres. The house has a front and back garden, with the back garden facing south and accessible via the back alley. It is fully owned, has double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is situated on the water, in a residential area.
Westzaan Zuid is a small neighbourhood with about 1,275 residents, and it feels like a village within the larger municipality. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes living in Zaandam as "like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded," mentioning the smell of chocolate from local factories and favourite spots like De Hemmes and BIND. Another resident, however, complains about "daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans," calling it an "antisocial abdoela neighbourhood." A third review, from Assendelft, notes that the neighbourhood bus runs only once an hour but otherwise it's "very pleasant living here." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Westzaan Zuid neighbourhood.
The Dekamarkt supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a short drive. For primary education, cbs Wij-land is a ten-minute walk away, and other schools are a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwendam in Zaandam, and the pharmacy is Service Wester Apotheek Zaandam. Bus stop Westzaan, Lexion is on your doorstep, with line 456, and other stops with lines 65 and 456 are a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Zaandam, about 2.4 kilometres away. The municipality of Zaanstad offers these amenities within reach.
The WOZ value of the home is €394,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €280,000 to €394,000. Regarding address risks, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the house was built in 1961 on peat soil, and in this area 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, both now and in 2050, while heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Simone Dijkman Makelaardij and 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.
About Roerdompstraat 19, Westzaan
The asking price is €400,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 91 m², is €4,396. This is in line with the market for terraced houses in Zaanstad, as the asking price is 2% above the WOZ value of €394,000 (reference date 1 January 2025).
According to the agent, the house has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 91 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 m². The plot is 170 m². There is a front and back garden, with the back garden facing south and accessible via the back alley.
The WOZ value is €394,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 41%, from €280,000 in 2020 to €394,000 in 2025.
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The house was built in 1961 on peat soil, and in this area 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
The Dekamarkt supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a short drive. For primary education, cbs Wij-land is a ten-minute walk away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwendam in Zaandam, and the pharmacy is Service Wester Apotheek Zaandam. Bus stop Westzaan, Lexion is on your doorstep, with line 456.
Westzaan Zuid is a small neighbourhood with about 1,275 residents. Residents of the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes living in Zaandam as "like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale," while another complains about nuisance. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
The energy label is D. This means the home is not among the most efficient, so expect moderate energy costs. The house has double glazing, which helps with insulation, but the label is what it is.
Yes, according to the agent, the property is situated on the water, in a residential area. The setting is described as "aan vaarwater, aan water en in woonwijk," meaning it is on navigable water, on water, and in a residential neighbourhood.
The nearest bus stop is Westzaan, Lexion, just around the corner, served by line 456. Other stops with lines 65 and 456 are a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Zaandam, about 2.4 kilometres away.
The asking price of €400,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €394,000 (reference date 1 January 2025). This is a precomputed comparison, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the market position.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €582,222 | €550,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,459 | – |
| Rent price | €650 p/m | €650 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 | €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 | – |
Roerdompstraat 19, Westzaan
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