Tolstoistraat 26
Russische buurt, Zaanstad
AreaA terraced house in the Russische buurt
Tucked away on the Tolstoistraat, this terraced house sits in the Russische buurt, a residential pocket of Zaandam that feels calm and settled. The street itself is quiet, yet the centre of town is close by, so daily life rarely requires a long journey. Built in 1985, the home comes with an energy label B. With a price of €425,000, the asking price sits on the high side compared with the average for terraced houses in Zaanstad, which currently stands at €377,497.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a four-room terraced family home spread over two floors, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 90 m², while the BAG registration records 86 m². The plot measures 74 m² according to both sources. Outside, there is a rear garden facing north, reachable via the back alley. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership.
Life in the Russische buurt
This is a neighbourhood of around 2,730 residents, and the housing stock leans towards newer builds, with over half of the homes constructed after 2010. Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a quiet area with many young families and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere, where people treat each other with respect. Another speaks of Zaandam as a place with a raw, industrial soul, where the smell of chocolate from local factories can drift through the air, and quiet corners along the Zaan offer a daily escape. For a closer look at what this part of town offers, the Russische buurt neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Groceries are never far: Vomar is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, ICBS het Zaanplein, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut and OBS Herman Gorter are all within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both a couple of streets away, and the Zaans Medisch Centrum is a short drive. Bus stops on the Vinkenstraat and Gedempte Gracht are just around the corner, with lines 64, 67, 69, 111 and N94 among the options, while Zaandam station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area, including the municipality of Zaanstad, is well served by these connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €383,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 11% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €265,000 to €383,000. As for the address itself, area-level indications show road traffic noise at 46 dB, railway noise at 34 dB and aircraft noise at 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 4% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Saen Garantiemakelaars Koog aan de Zaan and other listings under the same agency name.
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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 Tolstoistraat 26, Zaandam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 11% above the WOZ value of €383,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €265,000 to €383,000.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 90 m², while the BAG registration records 86 m². The plot measures 74 m². There is a rear garden facing north, reachable via the back alley.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label B, which is an efficient label. This means the energy costs are likely to be moderate compared with less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 46 dB, railway noise at 34 dB and aircraft noise at 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. These are indications at area level, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Vomar is just around the corner at about 237 metres, with Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza both at roughly 281 metres. There are also two AH to go outlets within 500 metres, making daily grocery shopping straightforward.
Which schools are close to this home?
Several primary schools are within a ten-minute walk, including ICBS het Zaanplein at 788 metres, Openbare Basisschool Et Buut at 811 metres and OBS Herman Gorter at 827 metres. Secondary education is about 2.1 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops on the Vinkenstraat and Gedempte Gracht are both within a few hundred metres, served by lines 64, 67, 69, 111 and N94. Zaandam station is about 499 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Zaanstad give their living environment an average score of 7.15, based on 57 reviews. One resident describes a quiet area with many young families and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. Another highlights the smell of chocolate from local factories and quiet spots along the Zaan.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price works out at €4,722 per m² based on the agent's listed living area of 90 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,150, so this home sits below that average.
