A home with history in the heart of Vlaardingen
This apartment on Havenstraat 84 sits in the Centrum neighbourhood of Vlaardingen, a lively part of town where daily life unfolds on foot. The building dates from 1900, so it carries the character of a bygone era, and the energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The asking price of €275,000 is 23% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €356,657. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,729, while this home is listed at €5,288 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are exploring the market, you might also want to look at other [apartments in Vlaardingen]( /koopwoningen/vlaardingen/appartementen/ ).
What the agent tells us about the home
According to the agent, this is a half-detached single-family home with two floors, two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 52 m², though the BAG registration records 71 m². The agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered as freehold property, so you own the land as well as the building. The setting is described as on a quiet road, 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 14 reviews. One resident describes a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area" with "beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities." Another notes that "everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly. All basic amenities are available," though they add that litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. A third resident mentions that parking can be difficult in the evening, sometimes requiring a ten-minute walk home. The neighbourhood itself has around 6,505 inhabitants, and about half of the households are single-person households. For more on what it is like to live here, you can read about [the Centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-buurt-vlaardingen/ ).
Daily life: shops, schools, and getting around
For groceries, you have Dirk just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Lidl a couple of streets away. Primary schools are close by, with IKC 't Palet a short walk and IKC Van Kampen a bit further. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Koning en Veugelers and Apotheek Walrave are both on your doorstep, and the nearest hospital, Franciscus Vlietland, is in Schiedam. For public transport, bus stops Liesveldviaduct and Vlaardingen, Stadsgehoorzaal are within a few minutes' walk, served by lines 2, 56, 126, 156, and 826. The nearest train station, Schiedam Centrum, is about 4.6 km away. This is all part of what [the municipality of Vlaardingen]( /gemeente/vlaardingen/ ) has to offer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €207,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 33% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 43%, from €145,000 to €207,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building predates 1970 and the postcode area has a high share of pre-1970 buildings. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium. These are all area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Thuis and Makelaardij Thuis 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 Havenstraat 84, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 33% above the WOZ value of €207,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact you can weigh for yourself.
What is the living area of this home?
The agent lists the living area as 52 m², while the BAG registration records 71 m². The asking price per square metre is €5,288, based on the agent's floor area. The difference between the two figures is not explained in the listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and hot water. The agent also mentions roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation, which are separate facts from the label.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the building year (1900) and the fact that a large share of properties in the postcode area were built before 1970. It is not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are based on 2022 data and are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Dirk is just around the corner at 130 metres, Albert Heijn is 313 metres away, and Lidl is 350 metres away. Hoogvliet is about 900 metres, and Aldi is about 1.2 km. You have several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are close to this home?
IKC 't Palet, a primary school, is 227 metres away, and IKC Van Kampen is 409 metres away. There is also a secondary special education school, Ericaschool, at 434 metres. For secondary education in general, the nearest is about 1.5 km away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stops are Liesveldviaduct and Vlaardingen, Stadsgehoorzaal, both within a few minutes' walk. Bus lines 2, 56, 126, 156, and 826 serve these stops. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.6 km away.
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 14 reviews. One resident mentions a green neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities, while another notes that parking can be difficult in the evening. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
Is this home suitable for a family?
The home has one bedroom and one bathroom, with a living area of 52 m² according to the agent. Whether this suits a family depends on your needs. The facts are stated in the listing, and you can decide if they match your situation.
