A bright apartment in a lively part of Vlaardingen
This apartment sits on the second floor of a 1924 building on the 1e van Leyden Gaelstraat, in the Oostbuurt neighbourhood of Vlaardingen. The area is part of the Oostwijk district, a lively part of town where residents give the municipality an average score of 7.54 out of 10. The asking price is €388,200. For context, apartments in Vlaardingen are listed at an average of €3,937 per square metre.
The home itself
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 66 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 m². The home comes with a balcony, and the agent notes it is fully insulated with HR glazing, plus underfloor heating and a heat pump. It is a new build, and the energy label is A++, an efficient label. The property is held under municipal ground lease, and the homeowners' association fee is €106 per month.
Life in Oostbuurt
Oostbuurt is a neighbourhood where residents of the wider municipality talk about green spaces and convenience. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities." Another mentions: "Everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly. All basic amenities are available." A third resident notes the challenge of parking after half past six in the evening, saying: "It's not nice when you come home around midnight and still have to walk almost 10 minutes." These are based on 14 reviews across the municipality, so they reflect the broader area rather than this street specifically. The neighbourhood has about 6,375 residents, and 56% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Oostbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with Lidl a couple of streets away and Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. For primary education, KC Het Visnet is a couple of streets away, and IKC Van Kampen is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Gezondheidscentrum Vlaardingen Centrum, is just around the corner, and Apotheek Walrave pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For public transport, metro line B stops nearby, and bus lines 2, 56, 126 and 156 run from Stadsgehoorzaal. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.5 km away. The municipality of Vlaardingen offers a range of services and amenities, as described on the municipality of Vlaardingen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made. Regarding address risks, the noise levels from road traffic, air traffic and industry are all below the relevant standards, according to area-level data. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Driel Makelaardij and a listing on Funda.
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About 1e van Leyden Gaelstraat 19H, Vlaardingen
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €388,200. The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Oostbuurt is €410,520, with a median of €379,500. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,937, while this home is listed at €5,882 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. These figures are provided for context.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 66 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 m². The home also has a balcony. The agent notes that the property is fully insulated with HR glazing and has underfloor heating and a heat pump.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated with HR glazing and has underfloor heating and a heat pump, which supports energy efficiency. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as usage patterns vary.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention zone where 35% of properties were built before that year. Additionally, 3% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The Hoogvliet is just around the corner at about 343 metres, and Lidl is a couple of streets away at 424 metres. Albert Heijn is about 790 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk, and Dirk is at 845 metres. In total, there are 36 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport options are close by. Metro line B stops about 397 metres away, and bus lines 2, 56, 126 and 156 run from Stadsgehoorzaal, which is about 473 metres away. There is also a bus line 826 from the same stop. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.5 km away, which connects to the wider rail network.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Vlaardingen give an average score of 7.54 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities." Another notes: "Everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly. All basic amenities are available." A third mentions parking difficulties in the evening, saying it can be hard to find a spot close to home after half past six.
Is there a risk of flooding in this area?
According to area-level data, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated, while the risk of flooding from rivers or the sea is low, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are indications at the area level, based on public data from the Klimaateffectatlas, and do not constitute an inspection of this specific property.
