Characterful Corner Maisonette in the Heart of Zaandam's Russian District
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is situated on freehold land, eliminating the ongoing costs and uncertainties associated with ground lease that are common in many Dutch urban areas.
- The comprehensive renovation completed in 2020 means the apartment is move in ready with modern kitchen and bathroom fixtures, updated insulation, and a recent heating boiler, reducing the need for immediate additional investment.
- The location in the popular Russian District offers excellent connectivity, with Zaandam center and railway station within walking distance and a 12 minute train connection to Amsterdam Central Station.
- The small scale VvE consisting of only four apartments allows for more direct influence on building management decisions compared to larger associations.
- The characteristic corner building with its distinctive turret provides architectural charm that distinguishes this property from standard apartment offerings.
Downsides
- The monthly service charges of 300 euros are relatively high for a property of this size and a VvE with only four units, which adds significantly to the ongoing monthly housing costs.
- The bedrooms are located in the souterrain or lower ground floor level, which may result in less natural light compared to ground floor bedrooms and could be a drawback for buyers who prefer all living spaces above ground.
- The property does not have any private outdoor space such as a balcony or garden, which limits options for outdoor seating or gardening.
- Parking is only available through a permit system, which may involve waiting periods and additional costs, and does not guarantee a parking spot directly at the property.
- The VvE does not have a formal maintenance plan in place, which could lead to ad hoc decision making regarding future building repairs and potentially unexpected special assessments.
Description
This maisonette apartment is situated in a distinctive corner building located in the Russian District of Zaandam. The building dates back to 1915 and features a characteristic turret that makes it a recognizable landmark in the street. The property was thoroughly renovated in 2020, combining the historical exterior charm with modern interior finishes and comfort.
The apartment has a total living area of approximately 79 square meters spread across two levels. The ground floor level contains the main living areas, while the lower ground floor houses the bedrooms and bathroom. This layout creates a clear separation between daytime and nighttime spaces.
Upon entering through the shared entrance, you reach the private hallway of the apartment. This hallway features a modern toilet with contemporary fixtures. From the hallway, you step into the living room, which benefits from large windows that allow natural light to enter the space. The living room provides ample room for both a seating area and a dining table arrangement.
At the rear of the ground floor, the modern kitchen is positioned. The kitchen has been finished in a contemporary color scheme and includes various built-in appliances. The practical layout makes this a functional space for cooking and meal preparation.
A staircase leads from the living area down to the lower ground floor level. Here you will find two well proportioned bedrooms. Both rooms offer sufficient space for different uses, whether as a main bedroom, a children's room, a guest room, or a home office setup. The versatility of these rooms allows future owners to adapt the space to their personal needs.
Also located on this lower level is a utility and storage area with connections for a washing machine and dryer. This practical space helps keep the living areas free of laundry appliances.
The bathroom on this level has been finished to a high standard with modern materials. It includes a walk in shower, a washbasin, a second toilet, and a designer radiator. The bathroom complements the overall quality of the renovation work completed throughout the property.
The 2020 renovation included several improvements to the energy efficiency of the building. The property has HR glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. These measures contribute to the Energy Label C rating. The heating and hot water are provided by an Intergas HR combi boiler that was installed in 2020 and is owned by the current owner.
The apartment is equipped with a fiber optic internet connection and has a mechanical ventilation system. These modern installations add to the convenience and comfort of daily living in the property.
At the rear of the complex, there is a shared storage building available for residents. This building includes facilities for charging electric bicycles, which is a practical feature for cyclists in the area.
The property is situated on freehold land, meaning there is no ground lease to consider. The building is managed by a small scale homeowners association consisting of four apartment rights. The monthly service charges amount to 300 euros. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, and maintains a reserve fund. However, there is no formal maintenance plan in place. The building does have building insurance coverage.
The Russian District is one of the most popular residential neighborhoods in Zaandam. The area is known for its characteristic architecture and welcoming atmosphere. The location offers excellent connectivity, with the center of Zaandam within walking distance. Here you will find a variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets for daily needs.
The Zaandam railway station is also within walking distance, providing direct train connections to Amsterdam Central Station with a travel time of approximately 12 minutes. For those traveling by car, the major roads leading to Amsterdam, Haarlem, and Alkmaar are easily accessible from this location.
Parking in the area is regulated through a permit system. The property is located on a quiet road while still being centrally positioned within the neighborhood and close to the city center.
The apartment is being offered at a price of 350,000 euros, which translates to approximately 4,430 euros per square meter of living space. The property is currently available and the transfer date can be discussed with the seller. The apartment is described as partially furnished.
This property presents itself as a move in ready home that requires no immediate renovation work. The combination of the 2020 renovation, modern installations, and the characteristic exterior of the building makes this a distinctive option in the Zaandam housing market. The apartment is particularly suited for first time buyers, couples, or commuters who value a central location with good transport connections to Amsterdam and the surrounding region.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a spacious walk-in shower in the bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned; the bathroom is described as having only a walk-in shower.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate modern toilet located in the hallway on the ground floor.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing mentions a 'designradiator' (design radiator) in the bathroom, which typically functions as a heated towel rail.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the property description or features list.
Double Shower
Only a single walk-in shower is mentioned, with no indication of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
The property is a private maisonette apartment, so the shower is not shared with other households.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private maisonette apartment; the toilets are not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'wastafel' (washbasin), not double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Rear Garden
No rear garden is mentioned; there is a shared storage area at the rear instead.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned for this corner maisonette.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned in the property details.
Terrace
No terrace is listed among the property features.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a two-level maisonette with a basement, no rooftop access or terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No outdoor space or barbecue area is mentioned.
Fenced Yard
No yard of any kind is mentioned for this apartment.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the description.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
The property is a 79 m² apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
Located in the Russian District of Zaandam, not described as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No garden or outdoor planting area is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
Urban apartment in Zaandam, no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
Urban apartment, no livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned for this apartment.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Zaandam is in a flat region with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The living area is on the ground floor with large windows, but no remarkable elevated city view is described.
Remarkable Garden View
There is no garden on the property to view.
Remarkable Sea View
Zaandam is inland, no sea view is possible.
Remarkable Harbour View
While Zaanstad has waterways, the listing does not mention a harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
The building itself is a landmark with a turret, but no views of other landmarks are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing, which is typical for Dutch apartments of this size and age.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions an Intergas HR combi-boiler (Cv-ketel) installed in 2020.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description of the living room or anywhere else.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned; modern Dutch renovations typically avoid wall-to-wall carpeting.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned; heating is provided via a standard CV combi-boiler.
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions practical storage and a utility area, but no walk-in closet.
Home Office
The description explicitly states that one of the bedrooms can excellently be used as a home workspace (thuiswerkruimte).
Skylight
The description mentions large windows on the ground floor, but no skylights are referenced for the lower level.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams; the renovation seems to feature a clean, modern finish.
Bay Window
The property has a characteristic turret (torentje) and large windows, but a specific bay window (erker) is not mentioned.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a 79 m² apartment; a private indoor pool is impossible and not mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private sauna is mentioned in the property features or bathroom description.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements or minimalist Nordic style are mentioned in the description.
Modern
The property was fully renovated in 2020 and features a modern kitchen, modern bathroom, and contemporary finishes.
Industrial
There is no mention of industrial elements such as exposed brick, raw metals, or open ductwork.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features like terracotta, warm colors, or arched doorways are described.
Classic
The building is from 1915 and is described as a characteristic historic building with a classic facade and turret, though the interior is updated.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1915, explicitly described as a characteristic historic building with timeless character and a distinctive turret.
Early 20th Century
Construction year is 1915, perfectly matching the early 20th-century style typical for the neighborhood.
Post War Functional
Built in 1915, which is prior to WWII.
Modernist
The listing emphasizes its historic charm and traditional character, not modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The property is listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1915.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
There is no mention of a kitchen island, and the size (79 m²) and typical layout of such historic buildings make it unlikely.
Open Plan Kitchen
The description states the kitchen is 'at the rear of the property' which implies a separate room rather than an open plan layout, though not explicitly confirmed.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the listing.
Build In Coffee Maker
There is no mention of a built-in coffee maker.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap such as a Quooker.
Downdraft Extractor
There is no mention of a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private maisonette apartment with its own modern kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'stijlvolle' (stylish) and 'eigentijds' (contemporary), but it is not branded or marketed as a high-end 'design' kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen was installed during a comprehensive renovation in 2020. While modern, it is several years old and not strictly 'new'.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features section lists 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as the parking facility, implying parking is available via permit.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a practical storage room (bergruimte) with connections for a washing machine and dryer on the lower level.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features list.
Automatic Garage Door
The property does not have a garage, so it cannot have an automatic garage door.
Double Garage
The property does not have a garage, so it cannot have a double garage.
Attic
Although the building has a characteristic turret (torentje), there is no mention of an accessible attic space.
Cellar
The features list explicitly states '2 woonlagen en een kelder' (2 living levels and a cellar).
Bike Storage
The description mentions a shared storage area at the rear of the complex specifically with charging facilities for electric bicycles.
Covered Parking
There is no mention of covered parking facilities for cars in the listing.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
Charging facilities are explicitly mentioned only for electric bicycles, not for electric cars.
Workshop
There is no mention of a workshop in the listing.
Shed
The features list explicitly mentions a 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed).
Street Parking Free
The listing specifies that parking is via permits (Parkeervergunningen), which implies street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The features section explicitly lists 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) under parking facilities.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states there is a small-scale VvE (Homeowners' Association) consisting of four apartments.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Gelegen op eigen grond' (Situated on freehold land) and 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The listing explicitly mentions 'Servicekosten € 300,- per maand' and the VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Building from 1915, maisonette on two levels with stairs mentioned, no elevator mentioned anywhere in listing
Private Entrance
Listing explicitly states 'Via de gezamenlijke entree bereik je de woning' (Through the shared entrance you reach the property)
Automatic Gate
No mention of any automatic gate; property is in regular neighborhood with shared storage at rear
Gated Community
Property is in a regular neighborhood (Russische Buurt) with small 4-unit VvE, no gates mentioned
Wheelchair Accessible
Bedrooms and bathroom located in souterrain only accessible by stairs ('Via de trap bereik je het souterrain'), 1915 building with no accessibility modifications mentioned
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions connections for a washing machine but does not state that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'connections for both a washing machine and dryer' in English and 'aansluitingen voor de wasmachine en droger' in Dutch.
Laundry Room
There is a practical storage and utility area (bergruimte) with washer/dryer connections, which functions as a laundry space, though it's described as a storage area rather than a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
The listing mentions connections for a dryer but does not state that a dryer is included.
High Speed Internet
Fiber optic internet is available, which typically provides high-speed internet connectivity.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly states 'Glasvezelaansluiting aanwezig' (Dutch) and 'Fibre-optic internet connection available' (English).
Smart Home
No smart home features or systems are mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Ventilation System
The features section explicitly lists 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under Voorzieningen.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the listing, and it is not a common feature in Dutch apartments.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed under isolation features as 'Dubbel glas' and 'HR-glas'.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolation features as 'muurisolatie' and mentioned in the text.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolation features as 'vloerisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The property has a gas-fired high-efficiency combi boiler (Intergas HR), not a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property includes mechanical ventilation and a modern high-efficiency boiler.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.