Zaans Hout, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis 2017-built terraced house on Vurehout sits in the Zaans Hout neighbourhood, a quiet residential area on the western side of Zaandam. With 62 m² of living space and a 57 m² plot, it's a compact home that feels efficient rather than cramped. The asking price of €385,000 is 25% below the neighbourhood average of €516,236, which makes it a keen entry point into the local market, especially compared to other terraced houses in Zaanstad.
Zaans Hout is a modern residential area, with 83% of homes built after 2010. It's a fairly young neighbourhood: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45, and about a third of households have children. The area feels green and spacious, with a park just a seven-minute walk away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a mix of singles and families, with average household sizes of 1.9. For more context, see the Zaans Hout neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Dirk is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within easy walking distance: Daltonschool De Westerkim is a five-minute walk, and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut is about the same. Secondary schools like Compaen vmbo and Zaanlands Lyceum are a ten-minute walk or so. The neighbourhood is well connected by road and rail, with Zaandam station about 2.9 km away. For a broader view of the area, check out the municipality of Zaanstad.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels: Saen Garantiemakelaars Zaandam and Saen Garantiemakelaars. The price and details are as published by the agents.
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The asking price of €385,000 is 25% below the average asking price in Zaans Hout (€516,236) and also below the median of €470,000. However, the home is smaller than the neighbourhood average (62 m² vs 105 m²), so the price per square metre works out at about €6,210, higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,121. Given the modern build and energy label A, the price seems in line with what you'd expect for a compact, efficient home.
The home has energy label A, which means it's very energy-efficient. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. In Zaans Hout, over 90% of homes have label A or better, so this is typical for the neighbourhood.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 423 metres away, about a five-minute walk. There's also an AH to go at 579 metres and a Dirk at 679 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Primary schools within walking distance include Daltonschool De Westerkim (208 m) and Openbare Basisschool Et Buut (275 m). For secondary education, Compaen vmbo is 595 m away and Zaanlands Lyceum is 762 m. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Zaandam station is 2.9 km from the home, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride. The station offers connections to Amsterdam and beyond.
Zaans Hout is a modern, family-friendly neighbourhood built mostly after 2010. It has a mix of singles and families, with a park nearby and low crime figures. The area feels green and quiet, yet is close to Zaandam's amenities.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,487 | €429,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,236 | – |
| Rent price | €1,602 p/m | €1,540 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 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 | €441,232 | €406,562 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,830 | – |
| Rent price | €1,589 p/m | €1,528 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
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