Lange Nieuwstraat 197H
De Plantage · 3111 AJ Schiedam
A cosy flat in Schiedam's historic centre
This two-bedroom apartment on Lange Nieuwstraat sits in the heart of Schiedam, where the streets are lined with old buildings and the atmosphere is lively. At €300,000, the asking price was 62% below the neighbourhood average of €782,400, a keen price for a home in this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Schiedam vary widely, but this one stands out for its affordability. This home has not been online since 10 August 2026.
De Plantage: a compact, urban neighbourhood
De Plantage is a dense, historic quarter with 950 residents and a very high address density (4,347 per km²). One resident describes it as "Cosy" and adds: "Nice neighbourhood, could be cleaner sometimes but great neighbourhood!" The area is popular with singles and couples, 210 one-person households and 180 childless couples, and the average household size is just 1.9. Most homes are pre-war (83%), and three-quarters are owner-occupied. The neighbourhood De Plantage has a strong community feel, with a park just a couple of streets away.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Two primary schools, Sint Jozefschool and Basisschool de Singel, are both within a couple of streets away (325 m and 337 m). The municipality Schiedam offers a compact urban lifestyle where most daily needs are within walking distance.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Dupont Real Estate and also appeared on Funda. The agent had provided full details including floor area, year of construction and energy label B.
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About Lange Nieuwstraat 197H, Schiedam
Was €300,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €300,000 was 62% below the average asking price in De Plantage (€782,400) and also below the median of €499,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average (68 m² vs 234 m²). Given the compact size and central location, the price was keen compared to other homes in the neighbourhood.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label B, which is efficient. In De Plantage, 50% of homes have label A and 50% have label D or lower, so this home is above average in energy performance.
How far is the train station?
Schiedam Centrum station is 1.5 km away, about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. This gives direct connections to Rotterdam, The Hague and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
De Plantage has a mix of residents: 115 households with children and many singles. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and a park is just 0.1 km away. The area is urban and lively, with restaurants and shops nearby.
How many homes were for sale in De Plantage?
At the time, 5 homes were for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €265,000 to €1,750,000. The average time on market for sold homes is 65 days, indicating a steady market.
What is the crime rate in De Plantage?
In the most recent data, 37 total crimes were recorded in the neighbourhood.
