A sunny upper apartment in Schiedam
This upper apartment on Buys Ballotsingel 37B sits in the Newtonbuurt, a pre-war part of Schiedam where most homes date from before 1945. The building itself was built in 1933, and the home is spread over three floors with a sunny terrace. With an asking price of €299,000, the price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Schiedam average around €271,000.
The home itself
This upper apartment has five rooms, including four bedrooms, and a volume of 289 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 87 square metres, while the BAG registration records 90 square metres. The home is on the first living floor and comes with a sunny terrace. It is freehold, so you own the land, and it is heated by a combi boiler. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs.
Life in the Newtonbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Schiedam give their living environment an average score of 7.09, based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "It's nice living with the windmills, whisper boat, jenever museum. There are fun things to do, come and have a look, Schiedam is nice." Another notes: "It's nice but a lot of rubbish needs to be tidied up again." A third resident mentions that parking is full and that the sense of community is missing. The neighbourhood has about 2,190 inhabitants, and 44% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the Newtonbuurt neighbourhood, the data shows a mix of opinions.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Lidl is on your doorstep, and a Dirk is just around the corner. Basisschool de Peperklip is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP and pharmacy are both within a five-minute walk. Bus stops Lorentzlaan and Kamerlingh Onneslaan are close by, with lines 3, 38 and 456. Schiedam Centrum station is a ten-minute walk, and the Franciscus Vlietland hospital is a short drive away. All within the municipality of Schiedam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €269,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 11% above that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €167,000 to €269,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is measured at 57 dB, above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, with flood risk currently low.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Rijnmond on Funda.
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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 Buys Ballotsingel 37B, Schiedam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €299,000 is 11% above the WOZ value of €269,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the market value. The price is also on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €271,079.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This upper apartment has five rooms, including four bedrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 87 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 square metres. The home is on the first living floor and includes a sunny terrace. It is freehold and heated by a combi boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and hot water. The home was built in 1933, which is typical for this part of Schiedam, where most homes date from before 1945.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1933, before 1970, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention zone. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the nearest shops and schools?
A Lidl is on your doorstep, and a Dirk is just around the corner. Basisschool de Peperklip is a couple of streets away, and there are several other primary schools within walking distance. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both within a five-minute walk, and the Franciscus Vlietland hospital is about 2.4 kilometres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops Lorentzlaan and Kamerlingh Onneslaan are close by, with lines 3, 38 and 456. Schiedam Centrum station is about 587 metres away, a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to both local buses and the train network.
What do residents say about living in Schiedam?
Residents across the municipality of Schiedam give their living environment an average score of 7.09, based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "It's nice living with the windmills, whisper boat, jenever museum." Another mentions that parking is full and that the sense of community is missing. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €167,000 to €269,000. The value increased steadily each year, with a slight dip in 2023. This shows a strong upward trend in the municipal valuation over the period.
