dr. Schaepmanstraat 6A
Centrum · 3131 HN Vlaardingen
A classic port city apartment
This apartment sits in the heart of Vlaardingen, a town with a long maritime history along the Nieuwe Maas. The Centrum neighbourhood is lively and compact, with shops, schools and public transport all close by. The last known asking price of €275,000 was 23% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €354,867, which put it on the keen side compared with other homes for sale here. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €3,718, while this home asked €4,167 per square metre. If you were looking at apartments in Vlaardingen, this one stood out for its central setting and relatively modest price tag. This home has not been online since 6 November 2026.
A compact home on the first floor
Built in 1955, this portiekflat apartment is on the first floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was 66 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 68 square metres. The home has double glazing and HR glazing, and is heated by a combi boiler. There is a balcony, and the property is part of a communal leasehold arrangement with the municipality, with the leasehold ending on 14 July 2053. The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €92.17. The setting is described as in the centre, in a residential area, with a free view.
Life in the Centrum neighbourhood
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on fourteen reviews. One resident describes a green neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities, while another mentions that everything is easily accessible, lively and child-friendly, though litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. A third resident notes that parking can be difficult in the evening, sometimes requiring a ten-minute walk from the car. The neighbourhood itself has around 6,500 inhabitants, and about half of all households are single-person households. For a closer look at what the area offers, the Centrum neighbourhood page has more details.
Daily essentials and getting around
For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and Lidl a ten-minute walk. The Ericaschool, a school for secondary special education, is on your doorstep, and IKC 't Palet, a primary school, is just around the corner. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both a couple of streets away, and the Franciscus Vlietland hospital is in Schiedam. Bus stops are close by: Westlandseweg, served by lines 56, 126 and 156, is just around the corner, and Schiedam Centrum train station is about five kilometres away. The wider municipality of Vlaardingen offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €264,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 4% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 67%, from €158,000 to €264,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise level is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Thuis and Makelaardij Thuis.
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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 dr. Schaepmanstraat 6A, Vlaardingen
How did the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 was 4% above the WOZ value of €264,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had increased by 67%, from €158,000 in 2020 to €264,000 in 2025. This gave an indication of how the value had developed, but the asking price was set by the seller.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was 66 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 68 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is on the first floor of a portiekflat building. The property is part of a communal leasehold with the municipality, with the leasehold ending on 14 July 2053.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. The home does have double glazing and HR glazing, which helps with insulation, and it is heated by a combi boiler. The energy label is based on the building's characteristics and does not directly reflect the condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from the Klimaateffectatlas and KCAF. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before that year. Additionally, 3% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
Dirk is the nearest supermarket, just around the corner at about 380 metres, followed by Albert Heijn at about 570 metres and Lidl at about 840 metres. For schools, the Ericaschool, a school for secondary special education, is about 230 metres away, and IKC 't Palet, a primary school, is about 280 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Westlandseweg, about 230 metres away, served by lines 56, 126 and 156. Another stop, Van der Driftstraat, is about 370 metres away and is served by line 126. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.8 kilometres away. This gives you options for getting around the region, though the train station is not within walking distance.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on fourteen reviews. One resident mentions a green neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities, while another says everything is easily accessible, lively and child-friendly, though litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are a downside. A third resident notes that parking can be difficult in the evening, sometimes requiring a ten-minute walk from the car.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €92.17. This fee is used for the maintenance of shared areas and the building.
