A pre-war apartment with a keen price
This apartment on Sweelinckstraat 154 sits in the Vettenoordse Polder Oost neighbourhood of Vlaardingen, a part of town with a lived-in, everyday feel. Built in 1938, the home spans two floors and comes with a balcony, making it a practical choice for those who want space without moving to the outskirts. The asking price of €245,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €347,772. For context, the average asking price per m² in the area is €3,564, while this home is listed at €2,579 per m². If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Vlaardingen]( /koopwoningen/vlaardingen/appartementen/ ) to see how this one fits.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 95 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 97 m². The home has double glazing and a traditional moederhaard heating system. It is located on the first living floor and includes a balcony. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with an annual fee of €22.45, and there is a homeowners' association fee of €116 per month. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
A neighbourhood with green pockets
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 14 reviews. One resident describes a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area" with "many recreational opportunities." Another mentions a large green field with a playground near their apartment block, though parking gets tricky after half past six in the evening. A third resident notes that everything is easily accessible, lively, and child-friendly, but litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. The neighbourhood itself has around 5,450 residents, with a mix of households. For a closer look at what this area offers, you can read more about [the Vettenoordse Polder Oost neighbourhood]( /buurt/vettenoordse-polder-oost-vlaardingen/ ).
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Lidl and Dirk are a bit further, within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close by: KC Het Visnet is a five-minute walk, and IKC Van Kampen is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Weeshuisplein, a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Billiton is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, a metro stop with line B is a five-minute walk, and bus stops at Liesveldviaduct with lines 2, 56, 126, and 156 are about a ten-minute walk. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 5.4 km away. For more on the wider area, see [the municipality of Vlaardingen]( /gemeente/vlaardingen/ ).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €272,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 66%, from €164,000 to €272,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft and industry noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Witte Garantiemakelaars Vlaardingen.
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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.
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About Sweelinckstraat 154, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €245,000 is 30% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €347,772. The average asking price per m² in the area is €3,564, while this home is listed at €2,579 per m². This makes the price keen compared with the local market, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 95 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 97 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first living floor. The property is held under municipal ground lease with an annual fee of €22.45.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €272,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% below this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 66%, from €164,000 in 2020 to €272,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1938, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Hoogvliet is about 639 metres away, and Albert Heijn is about 737 metres. Lidl and Dirk are within about 1 km. For primary education, KC Het Visnet is about 494 metres away, and IKC Van Kampen is about 579 metres. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Weeshuisplein at 613 metres, and the pharmacy Apotheek Billiton is at 933 metres.
What public transport options are available?
A metro stop with line B is about 555 metres away. Bus stops at Liesveldviaduct, with lines 2, 56, 126, and 156, are about 797 metres away. Another bus stop, Vlaardingen Liesveldviaduct, with line 826, is at 799 metres. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 5.4 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 14 reviews. One resident mentions a green neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities. Another notes that everything is easily accessible and child-friendly, but litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an issue. Parking can be difficult in the evening, according to one resident.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing, according to the agent, but the label itself does not indicate the condition of the building. It is a fact about the home's energy performance, not a judgement on its structure.
