Westerkoog Midden, Zaanstad
This terraced house on Vierkantje 9 sits in Westerkoog Midden, a neighbourhood in Koog aan de Zaan. The home was built in 1979 and has an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label. With a price of €499,000, the asking price is 19% above the average asking price of €420,000 for homes in the neighbourhood, so it is on the high side. For comparison, terraced houses in Zaanstad are listed at various price points.
The listing does not provide details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The living area is 117 m² according to the BAG registration, and the plot is 144 m². The price per square metre is €4,265 based on the BAG area. The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be low.
Westerkoog Midden is a residential area with a mix of ages; about 29% of residents are 65 or older. Residents of the district Westerkoog give their living environment an average score of 4.11 out of 5, based on six reviews. Some residents express strong negative feelings about recent demographic changes, with one saying the neighbourhood has "changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years." Another resident complains about "daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans." These views are personal and may not reflect everyone's experience. The neighbourhood has a moderate urbanity level, with an address density of 1,491 per km². For more details, see the Westerkoog Midden neighbourhood.
For daily errands, Vomar and Dekamarkt are just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools like De Golfbreker and Openbare Basisschool De Watermolen are a couple of streets away. The nearest GP and pharmacy are on your doorstep, and the hospital is about 2 km away. Bus stops are close by: Mallegatsloot is on your doorstep with lines 63 and 64, and Gouwzoom is a couple of streets away. The train station Koog aan de Zaan is a ten-minute walk. These amenities are part of the municipality of Zaanstad.
The WOZ value is not stated in this listing, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development is available. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, but the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and current flood risk is low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via KRK 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.
About Vierkantje 9, Koog Aan De Zaan
The asking price is €499,000. This is 19% above the average asking price of €420,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The price per square metre is €4,265 based on the BAG living area of 117 m².
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have low energy costs. Note that only 0% of the current homes for sale in the neighbourhood have an A+ label or higher, so this home stands out in terms of energy efficiency.
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined annually and is used for taxes. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 39 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is low, but the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Vomar and Dekamarkt are both about 208 metres away, so they are just around the corner. Albert Heijn is about 1,039 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are also other supermarkets within a short distance.
Nearby primary schools include De Golfbreker and Openbare Basisschool De Watermolen, both about 299 metres away. There is also a special education school, Dynamica Onderwijs, at 275 metres. For secondary education, the nearest is about 2 km away.
The nearest bus stop is Koog a/d Zaan, Mallegatsloot, at 73 metres, with lines 63 and 64. Other stops are Gouwzoom (357 m) and Glazenmaker (386 m). The nearest train station is Koog aan de Zaan, at 615 metres.
Residents of the district Westerkoog give an average score of 4.11 out of 5, based on six reviews. Some reviews are very negative, mentioning nuisance and demographic changes. These are personal opinions and may not reflect the experience of all residents.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €420,000 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,946 | – |
| Rent price | €1,715 p/m | €1,715 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Daily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIFor 3 years, every vacant home was filled with Muslim parasites, the neighbourhood has turned into a third-world district, due to the obviously antisocial behaviour of these pigs. Time to leave this pathetic country! What an unimaginably godforsaken country this has become thanks to this imbecile government and the import of Abdullas. BAH
Auto-translated to English by AINowadays every vacant house is being filled by headscarves with 6 children, this is really turning into a dirty third world country. Vermin come here to "live" and have absolutely no respect for the residents. Stinking Moroccans are now calling the shots here too! What a horror to still live here!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt was a nice neighbourhood, until every empty house was filled with Abdouls! Within 1 year this has become a third world country municipality! Asocial Islam pigs who don't give a damn about anything! Stay away from here!
Auto-translated to English by AIVery bad, a lot of nuisance from abdoelas, antisocial behaviour, confronting them about this antisocial behaviour leads to aggression. In short, it has become a terrible neighbourhood to live in!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Westerkoog neighbourhood is a green and accessible area. Trees are everywhere and there are plenty of parks. Especially the nearby polder Westzijderveld is a beautiful and unique area. Certainly for birdwatchers! Many different birds forage there. You can see, among others, the buzzard and the marsh harrier. With a bit of luck you can see the kingfisher. Via the Westerwindpad and the Schelpenpad you can walk or cycle to station Koog aan de Zaan. This station has a eatery. You can also pick up food there. By car you can easily get there. Parking is available, but limited. Free though. The shopping centre looks cosy and has various shops. You can park your car there for free. The neighbourhood is sufficiently clean and tidy. There are rubbish bins here and there. I find the safety there somewhat less. In the evenings it can be noisy due to groups of youngsters and scooter riders. The community is diverse: working-class, yuppies, families, elderly and young people. The housing is reasonable: flats, rental and owner-occupied homes. There are two primary schools. And you know what's so unique there: a boxing school for the youth! Right in the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €503,200 | €468,333 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,157 | – |
| Rent price | €1,715 p/m | €1,715 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 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 | €465,681 | €423,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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