Schildersbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jan Steenstraat sits in a lively part of Schiedam, with a friendly, urban feel. At 58 m² it's compact, but the layout makes good use of the space. The asking price of €269,500 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €332,000, making it the cheapest of the six homes currently for sale here, a keen price point for this area. For context, apartments in Schiedam tend to vary widely in size and price.
The Schildersbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war housing and modern amenities. It's home to around 2,125 residents, with a high proportion of young adults (25-45) and many single-person households. The area has a strong sense of community, though no resident reviews are available to give a personal perspective. The neighbourhood is part of the Schildersbuurt neighbourhood, which is known for its central location and easy access to shops and parks.
Daily errands are straightforward: the Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. For families, primary schools like Sint Bernardus and obs Het Kleurrijk are on your doorstep, while secondary school ProNovaCollege is a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood also has a park within a five-minute walk, perfect for a quick break. The area is well connected to the municipality of Schiedam, with its range of services and transport links.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels: Tulp Makelaars Poederoijen and Tulp Makelaars centrale organisatie.
Details of this home
Jan Steenstraat 39B, Schiedam
Data from Schildersbuurt
Data from Schildersbuurt
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About Jan Steenstraat 39B, Schiedam
The asking price is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €332,000, and it's the cheapest of the six apartments currently for sale in Schildersbuurt. However, the floor area of 58 m² is 45% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m², so the price per square metre is relatively high. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value a compact home in a central location.
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not as well insulated as newer properties. Heating costs will be moderate compared to a label A home, but lower than a label G property. In the neighbourhood, 40% of homes have label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
The nearest train station is 2.74 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This makes it less convenient for daily commuting by train, but bus connections may be available.
The Schildersbuurt has a mix of households: about 315 households with children and 450 single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Sint Bernardus (106 m) and obs Het Kleurrijk (127 m). The area is urban and lively, with a park nearby, but it's not a quiet suburban setting.
The floor area is 58 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. Given that it's an apartment, outdoor space is unlikely but not confirmed. You would need to ask the agent for details.
The listing does not specify service charges or energy costs. With an energy label D, you can expect moderate heating bills, but exact amounts depend on usage and current energy prices. No specific figures are available from the listing.
The listing does not state how long it has been for sale. However, in the neighbourhood, sold homes took an average of 64 days to sell, which gives a rough indication of market pace.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schildersbuurt