A compact apartment in the heart of Vlaardingen
This apartment on the Korte Hoogstraat sits in the middle of Vlaardingen's Centrum, a lively area where daily life unfolds on foot. With a living area of 60 square metres, it is a compact home, and the asking price of €239,900 is 32% below the average asking price of €354,867 for homes in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre, based on the BAG registration, comes to €3,998. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other [apartments in Vlaardingen]( /koopwoningen/vlaardingen/appartementen/). The asking price is on the low side compared with the neighbourhood average.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1954 and has an energy label D. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, or about any outdoor space or installations. The living area is recorded as 60 square metres in the BAG registration, and the agent lists the same figure. This is a straightforward, compact apartment in a building from the mid-1950s.
The Centrum neighbourhood
Centrum is the beating heart of Vlaardingen, with a mix of historic streets and modern conveniences. Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 14 reviews. One resident describes the area as a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area," with "many recreational opportunities." Another notes that "everything is easily accessible" and that it is "lively and child-friendly," though litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. A third resident mentions that parking becomes difficult after half past six in the evening, sometimes requiring a ten-minute walk home. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. The neighbourhood itself has around 6,505 inhabitants, and about half of all households are single-person households. You can read more about [the Centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-buurt-vlaardingen/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Dirk 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 just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Koning en Veugelers, and the pharmacy Apotheek Walrave is right next door, both a couple of streets away. For public transport, the Liesveldviaduct bus stop is just around the corner, served by lines 2, 56, 126 and 156, and the Vlaardingen, Liesveldviaduct stop with line 826 is equally close. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about a ten-minute drive. All of this sits within [the municipality of Vlaardingen]( /gemeente/vlaardingen/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this apartment is €254,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 65%, from €154,000 to €254,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3% of properties in this area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate, the pluvial flooding indication is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050; heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kompas Makelaardij Spijkenisse B.V. and Kompas Makelaardij Spijkenisse B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 43D, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €239,900 is 6% below the WOZ value of €254,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 32% below the average asking price of €354,867 for homes in this neighbourhood, according to the housing market data.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 60 square metres, according to the BAG registration. The agent lists the same figure. This is a compact apartment, and the price per square metre, based on the BAG area, is €3,998. The listing does not state the number of rooms or bedrooms.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label D. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label D you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The apartment was built in 1954, and the listing does not mention any specific insulation features.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In this area, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1954, which is before 1970, a period that is sometimes associated with foundation issues, but the risk here is indicated as low.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements taken inside the home. The data is from the reference year 2022.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The Albert Heijn is about 150 metres away, Dirk is about 160 metres, and Lidl is about 460 metres. A bit further, at about 880 metres, you will find Hoogvliet. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient without needing a car.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, IKC 't Palet is about 270 metres away, and IKC Van Kampen is about 310 metres. IKC De Bavinck is about 420 metres, and IKC Erasmus is about 470 metres. There is also a school for special secondary education, Ericaschool, at about 500 metres. All are within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Liesveldviaduct, about 130 metres away, served by lines 2, 56, 126 and 156. The stop Vlaardingen, Liesveldviaduct, with line 826, is about 120 metres away. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.8 kilometres away, which you can reach by bus or car.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 65% between 2020 and 2025, from €154,000 to €254,000. This is a significant increase over five years. The current WOZ value, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025, is €254,000, and the asking price is 6% below this figure.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. One resident describes it as a green neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities. Another mentions that everything is easily accessible and child-friendly, though litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are a nuisance. A third notes that parking can be difficult in the evening. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just the Centrum neighbourhood.
