Lange Nieuwstraat 27A
De Plantage · 3111 AC Schiedam
A pre-war apartment on Lange Nieuwstraat
This 1935 apartment on Lange Nieuwstraat sat in the heart of Schiedam, with a cosy feel and a price that was notably keen compared to other homes in the area. At €275,000, it was 65% below the neighbourhood average last known asking price of €782,400, though the 65 m² floor area was also 72% smaller than the typical 234 m². This home has not been online since 12 August 2026.
De Plantage: a compact, urban neighbourhood
De Plantage is a densely built area with a very strong urban character (4,347 addresses per km²). The population of 950 is a mix: many singles and couples without children, but also a fair number of families. One resident sums it up: "Nice neighbourhood, could be cleaner sometimes but great neighbourhood!", based on a single review. The neighbourhood De Plantage has a high proportion of pre-war homes (83% built before 1945) and a mix of energy labels, with half at A and half at D or lower.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Sint Willibrordusschool and Sint Jozefschool. The park or public garden is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just around the corner too. The municipality Schiedam offers further amenities within easy reach.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Van der Laan Makelaardij and also appeared on Funda, so it was available through several channels.
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About Lange Nieuwstraat 27A, Schiedam
Was €275,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 65% below the average asking price in De Plantage (€782,400), but the apartment was also much smaller than average (65 m² vs 234 m²). The price per m² worked out at about €4,231, which was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €3,895 per m². So while the total price was low, you were paying a premium for the smaller size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C. That is a decent rating for a 1935 apartment, it means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. In the neighbourhood, half of homes have label A and half have D or lower, so this sits in the middle.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15,20 minute walk or a short cycle ride. That makes it feasible for commuting, though not on your doorstep.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
De Plantage has 115 households with children out of a total of 505 households, so about 23% are families. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and a child daycare just 300 metres away. The park is also very close, which is handy for outdoor play.
How many homes like this were for sale in the area?
There were at the time 5 homes for sale in De Plantage, with prices ranging from €265,000 to €1,750,000. This apartment is at the lower end of that range. In the past, 9 homes sold in the neighbourhood, with an average selling time of 65 days.
What is the crime rate like in De Plantage?
The neighbourhood recorded 37 total crimes in the latest data. That is a moderate number for a densely populated urban area. The resident review mentions it could be cleaner sometimes, but overall finds it a great neighbourhood.
