A central apartment with a lively setting
This apartment sits in the heart of Vlaardingen, where the streets are busy and everything you need is close at hand. The home is on the second floor of a building from 1954, and the asking price is €250,000. The asking price sits 30% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €357,916. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Vlaardingen follows its own pattern, but this particular home stands out for its price point.
The home itself
Inside, the apartment offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area measures 58 m², which matches the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has HR glazing and a central heating boiler, and there is a balcony to enjoy. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the lease paid off until 01-03-2054. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €232.32.
The Centrum neighbourhood
The Centrum neighbourhood is home to around 6,500 people, and it is a place where residents have their say. Across the municipality of Vlaardingen, residents give an average score of 7.54 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. One resident describes a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area" and mentions "beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities." Another notes that "everything is easily accessible" and that it is "lively and child-friendly," though they add that litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. A third resident appreciates the green spaces but finds parking difficult in the evening, sometimes having to walk nearly ten minutes from a spot outside the neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is straightforward. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC 't Palet is a five-minute walk, and IKC Van Kampen is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Koning en Veugelers and Apotheek Walrave pharmacy are both just around the corner. For public transport, the Liesveldviaduct bus stop is on your doorstep, served by lines 2, 56, 126 and 156, and the Stadsgehoorzaal stop is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Schiedam Centrum, is about 4.7 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Vlaardingen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this apartment is €232,000, based on the reference date of 01-01-2025. The asking price is 8% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 60%, from €145,000 to €232,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 60 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 rather than an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the flood risk for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both now and 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Driel Makelaardij.
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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 Korte Hoogstraat 13C, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €250,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €232,000, which was set on 01-01-2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 60%, from €145,000 to €232,000. This comparison is a factual observation, and the price is what the seller is asking.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 58 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the home is located on the second floor. The volume of the property is 185 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label C you can expect moderate energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The home has HR glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label is a fact about the property, not a judgement on its condition.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the lease paid off until 01-03-2054. This means the ground lease has been settled for that period, so no separate ground rent is due until that date.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €232.32. This amount is stated in the listing and covers the costs of the shared building, such as maintenance and insurance. The exact services included are not detailed in the listing.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from sources like KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas. This is not an inspection of this specific home, but an indication for the area. The building dates from 1954, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970. Additionally, 3% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at this specific property. The information comes from the Atlas Leefomgeving.
What is the flood and heat stress risk?
The risk of pluvial flooding is low, and the flood risk is also low for both the current situation and for 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a specific assessment of this home. They describe the general situation in the area.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is about 167 metres away, Albert Heijn is about 207 metres away, and Lidl is about 388 metres away. These are the three nearest supermarkets, all within a short walk. There are also other options within a few kilometres, including Hoogvliet at 846 metres and Aldi at 1.3 km.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is IKC 't Palet, about 278 metres away, followed by IKC Van Kampen at 307 metres and IKC De Bavinck at 491 metres. There are also other schools within a short distance, including Ericaschool for special secondary education at 506 metres. The distances are measured from the property.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Liesveldviaduct, about 95 metres away, served by lines 2, 56, 126 and 156. There is also a stop called Vlaardingen, Liesveldviaduct at 90 metres, served by line 826. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.7 km away. These are the public transport options stated in the listing.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €4,310, based on the agent's listing. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,772. This means the price per m² for this apartment is higher than the neighbourhood average. The living area of 58 m² is 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 97 m².
