A compact apartment in the heart of Schiedam
This apartment on Broersvest 49C sits right in the middle of Schiedam's Binnenstad, a lively area where the city's history meets everyday life. Built in 1960, it's a three-room home with two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the third storey. The living area is 68 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 69 square metres. The asking price of €225,000 is keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €420,000. For context, apartments in Schiedam are listed at an average of €4,080 per square metre, while this one sits at €3,309 per square metre.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It's on the third floor, with a volume of 226 cubic metres. The home is heated by block heating, and it's offered in full ownership, so there's no leasehold to worry about. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €376.30. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage.
The Binnenstad neighbourhood
Life in the Binnenstad neighbourhood is compact and busy, with 2,245 residents living in about 1,251 homes. Most households are single-person, at 55 percent, and the average household size is 1.8 people. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.1 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, could be cleaner sometimes but great neighbourhood!" Another notes: "I've lived here for 14 years, very special because my father was born on this street. But in recent years the neighbourhood has deteriorated." The reviews reflect a mix of affection and concern about noise and upkeep.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and Coop a couple of streets away. Basisschool de Singel is a five-minute walk, and there are several other primary schools within a short stroll. The GP, Popescu huisarts, and the PanGenix Apotheek are both about 442 metres away, a five-minute walk. For public transport, the Koemarkt tram and bus stop is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 2, 3, 11, 51, 54, 126 and 826. Schiedam Centrum train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Schiedam offers all the usual city amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was set at €224,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is virtually equal to that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50 percent, from €149,000 to €224,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both 32 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate risks are low for pluvial flooding and current flood risk, with medium heat stress now and elevated heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Ooms Makelaars and other listings.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Broersvest 49C, Schiedam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €225,000 is 46 percent below the average asking price in the Binnenstad, which is €420,000. It's also the cheapest of the 28 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. Per square metre, the price is €3,309, which is 19 percent below the neighbourhood average of €4,080 per square metre. The price verdict is 'keen', meaning it's on the low side compared to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the third storey. The living area is 68 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 69 square metres. The volume is 226 cubic metres. The home is heated by block heating, and it's offered in full ownership, so there's no leasehold.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was set at €224,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 50 percent, from €149,000 in 2020 to €224,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 32 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on data from 2022 and 2023, not measurements taken inside this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just 82 metres away, so you can be there in under a minute. Albert Heijn is 294 metres away, about a three-minute walk, and Coop is 482 metres away, roughly a five-minute walk. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, including SPAR at 678 metres and AH to go at 809 metres.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool de Singel is 152 metres away, a two-minute walk, and has 487 pupils. Basisschool Kaleidoscoop is 338 metres away, with 202 pupils. Other primary schools within walking distance include De Kubus at 406 metres, Sint Jozefschool at 669 metres, and Basisschool de Peperklip at 833 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.6 kilometres away.
How is the public transport from this location?
The Koemarkt stop is just 80 metres away, with tram and bus lines 1, 2, 3, 11, 51, 54, 126 and 826. There's also a bus stop at Oranjestraat, 270 metres away, with lines 2, 3, 51, 54 and 126. Schiedam Centrum train station is 837 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €376.30. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and the building's insurance. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and regulations, which you can review before purchasing.
