Krommenie Real Estate: Family Houses in the Zaanstreek

Krommenie is part of Zaanstad, in the Zaan region, historically known for linoleum and windmill industry. It has its own railway station with direct trains towards Amsterdam, which is why commuters choose it over pricier addresses. Neighbouring communities include Assendelft, Zaandam, Beverwijk, Heemskerk and Castricum, all within a short ride, with the coast at IJmuiden close by.

Transfer tax is 2% for owner-occupiers and 8% for other homes, so buy-to-let investors pay far more. Dutch sales usually involve bidding, then a purchase agreement with a three-day cooling-off period. A notary completes the deed. Get a building survey before bidding, and ask about the ground lease (erfpacht) and association (VvE) costs for flats. Foreign buyers face no ownership limits; see our Netherlands buying guide, mortgage guide and the Netherlands page.