Oranjekwartier, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Over de Vesten sits in a quiet corner of Schiedam's Oranjekwartier, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a city district. At 67 m² with an energy label C, it's a sensible size for a couple or a small family. The asking price of €275,000 is in line with the market for apartments in Schiedam.
The Oranjekwartier is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of terraced houses and low-rise flats, built mostly in the 1970s and 1980s. Around half the homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are lined with trees and small front gardens. It's a place where people know each other, you'll see children playing out and neighbours chatting on the pavement. The area has a strong sense of community, and the nearby park is a popular spot for a weekend stroll. For more context, see the Oranjekwartier neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is a five-minute walk to Dirk on the Burgemeester van Haarenlaan, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner for the rest of the week's shopping. For school runs, Sint Jozefschool is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool de Singel is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the park is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick escape from the city buzz. The municipality of the municipality of Schiedam keeps the streets clean and the green spaces well-maintained.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Dupont Real Estate. The details are based on the information provided by the agent at the time of writing.
Details of this home
Over de Vesten 70, Schiedam
Data from Oranjekwartier
53 within 5 km
118 within 5 km
About Over de Vesten 70, Schiedam
At 67 m² with an energy label C, the price of €275,000 is in line with what other apartments in Schiedam are selling for. The neighbourhood is popular for its green, family-friendly character, which supports values. Without specific market data for the Oranjekwartier, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced compared to similar listings in the city.
The apartment has an energy label C, which is average for a home built in 1977. It means the property is reasonably efficient, but you can expect moderate heating costs. You won't need to worry about major upgrades, but it's not as efficient as a modern A-label home.
Schiedam Centrum station is 1.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to Rotterdam or The Hague.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Sint Jozefschool is just 234 m away, Basisschool de Singel is 486 m, and Montessori Schiedam is 528 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.4 km away, so older children may need to cycle or take the bus.
Dirk is 461 m away, just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is 611 m, both are a five-minute walk. There's also a Coop at 927 m. You'll have no trouble doing your daily shopping on foot.
The Oranjekwartier recorded 66 crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an urban area. It's a residential neighbourhood with a strong community feel, and most residents feel safe walking around at night. The park nearby is well-used and well-lit.
With an address density of 3,875 per km², the Oranjekwartier is very strongly urban. That means you're close to shops, schools, and public transport, but the neighbourhood itself is quiet and green, with plenty of parks and trees.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oranjekwartier
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