J A Alberdingk Thijmstraat 69B
Schrijversbuurt, Schiedam
AreaA classic Schiedam upper floor flat
This 1929 upper floor apartment sits in the Schrijversbuurt, a pre-war street scene in the west of Schiedam. It is a compact home with a single floor of living space, and the asking price of €225,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average. That puts it well below the average asking price in the area, and it is currently the cheapest of the 19 homes for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Schiedam vary widely in price, so this one stands out for its entry-level position.
What the home offers
The flat has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is a full ownership property, so there is no leasehold to factor in. The agent notes the home has mostly double glazing and a central heating boiler, and there is a balcony. The living area is listed at 59 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². A monthly homeowners association contribution of €50 applies.
Life in the Schrijversbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Schiedam give their living environment an average score of 7.09, based on 18 reviews. One resident describes it as a normal neighbourhood, noting the convenience of shops and schools nearby, though they miss a sense of community. Another says Schiedam is nice, mentioning the windmills, the whisper boat and the jenever museum as local highlights. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,670 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what the area is like, the Schrijversbuurt neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, with Lidl and PLUS a ten-minute walk away. Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken is just around the corner, and there are several other primary schools within a short stroll. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Havenbogen, a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Rembrandt Schiedam is just around the corner. For public transport, metro line C stops at Troelstralaan just around the corner, and bus lines 51 and 2 and 126 stop nearby. Schiedam Centrum train station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Schiedam has more on the wider area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €221,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 2% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 110%, from €105,000 to €221,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 48 dB, railway noise at 30 dB and aircraft noise at 33 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication for the area is medium, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including 3D Makelaars B.V. on Funda and 3D Makelaars B.V. directly.
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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.
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About J A Alberdingk Thijmstraat 69B, Schiedam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the Schrijversbuurt?
The asking price of €225,000 is 50% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €454,263, and it is the cheapest of the 19 homes currently for sale in the area. The price per square metre is €3,814 based on the agent's listed floor area, which is about 3% below the neighbourhood average per square metre. The price verdict is described as keen compared with the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is an upper floor apartment with two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 59 m², while the BAG registration records 60 m². There is a balcony, and the home has mostly double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is a full ownership property with a monthly homeowners association contribution of €50.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €221,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €225,000 is 2% above that value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 110%, from €105,000 to €221,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from the KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1929, and in this postcode area 90% of properties were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, with Lidl and PLUS about a ten-minute walk away. Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken is just around the corner, and there are several other primary schools within a short walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Havenbogen, a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Rembrandt Schiedam is just around the corner. Franciscus Vlietland hospital is about a ten-minute walk.
What public transport options are nearby?
Metro line C stops at Troelstralaan, just around the corner. Bus lines 51 and 2 and 126 stop at Aleidastraat and Rubensplein, both within a short walk. Schiedam Centrum train station is about 1.8 km away, roughly a ten-minute walk. These options connect the home to the wider Schiedam area and beyond.
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 describes it as a normal neighbourhood, appreciating the proximity of shops and schools but missing a sense of community. Another says Schiedam is nice, mentioning the windmills, the whisper boat and the jenever museum as local attractions. These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not specifically the Schrijversbuurt.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity compared with more efficient labels. The agent notes the home has mostly double glazing and a central heating boiler. The home was built in 1929, which is typical for this neighbourhood where all properties date from before 1945.
