Van Beethovenbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 109 m² apartment on Sibeliusplein 257 sits in a quiet, leafy part of Schiedam. Built in 1971, it has an energy label C, reasonable for its age. At €290,000, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €269,700, but the larger floor area explains the premium. For context, apartments in Schiedam vary widely in size and price.
The neighbourhood Van Beethovenbuurt is a compact residential area with 1,555 residents. It's a place where many live alone, over 500 single-person households, and the average household size is just 1.7. Over a third of residents are 65 or older, giving the streets a quiet, settled feel. There are few children, and almost no families with kids. The neighbourhood is very urban (3,308 addresses per km²), yet a park or public garden is just around the corner. Crime is low, with 47 incidents recorded.
For groceries, Aldi is on your doorstep, and Lidl, Dirk and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. Primary school El Furkan Basisschool is a couple of streets away, and secondary schools De Internationale Vos and De Mavo Vos are also within walking distance. A GP and a restaurant are both a five-minute walk away, and the municipality Schiedam offers further amenities a short distance further.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Atta Makelaars. The listing is complete with all key details provided.
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Sibeliusplein 257, Schiedam
Data from Van Beethovenbuurt
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About Sibeliusplein 257, Schiedam
The asking price of €290,000 is a bit above the neighbourhood average of €269,700, but this apartment is larger than most (109 m² vs. 90 m² average). The price per m² works out to about €2,660, which is below the neighbourhood average of €3,034 per m². So you're getting more space for your money.
The apartment has energy label C. That's a decent rating for a home built in 1971, it means the property is reasonably well insulated, though not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme.
The nearest train station is 4.1 km away. That's a bit far for a walk, but it's a short bike ride or a quick bus trip. The station connects you to Schiedam Centrum and beyond.
Van Beethovenbuurt has a large share of residents aged 65 and over (545 people). It's a quiet area with a park nearby, and daily essentials like a supermarket and GP are within walking distance. The low crime rate adds to the sense of security.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. El Furkan Basisschool (primary) is about 428 m away, and secondary schools De Internationale Vos and De Mavo Vos are around 473 m and 487 m respectively. There's also a special primary school, SBO Kameleon, at 662 m.
Currently, there are 20 apartments for sale in Van Beethovenbuurt. Prices range from €190,000 to €339,000, with a median of €262,500. This apartment is on the higher end, but again, it's larger than most.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Van Beethovenbuurt