A bright start in Hoogkamer
This apartment on van Baerlestraat 217 sits in Hoogkamer, a green part of Vlaardingen where residents of the district give their surroundings an 8 out of 10. The asking price of €229,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, coming in 34% below the average asking price of €347,250. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,694, while this home is listed at €3,053 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Vlaardingen, this one stands out for its price position.
The home itself
Built in 1964, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 78 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 75 square metres. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The home has been listed since 28 October 2026.
Life in Hoogkamer
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities." Another mentions: "Everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly. All basic amenities are available." A third notes that parking can be tricky in the evening, saying: "after half past six in the evening it's very difficult to find a parking spot close to home." The neighbourhood has around 2,865 inhabitants, and about 48% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the Hoogkamer neighbourhood, the reviews give a sense of daily life here.
Amenities and transport
The pharmacy is on your doorstep, and the Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The Aldi is a couple of streets away, and the Dirk is a five-minute walk. For primary education, the Prins Willem Alexandersch is just around the corner, and IKC de Wereldwijzer is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Kleine Heemtuin, is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops are close by: Erasmusplein with lines 2, 56 and 156 is a couple of streets away, and the Wiardi Beckmansingel stop with line 826 is also nearby. The nearest train station, Schiedam Centrum, is about 6.7 kilometres away. For a broader view, the municipality of Vlaardingen offers more context.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €213,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €144,000 to €213,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil is clay. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low, but the indication for 2050 is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Makelaardij Yilmaz on Pararius.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About van Baerlestraat 217, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €229,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €213,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 34% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €347,250.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 78 square metres in the BAG registration, while the agent states 75 square metres. The home was built in 1964 and has an energy label E.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes with better labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the home itself, only about its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The soil is clay, and the home was built in 1964. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The road traffic noise at this address is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 data, not measurements at the home itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 123 metres, which is just around the corner. An Aldi is at 192 metres, and a Dirk is at 283 metres. There is also an MCD at 448 metres. All are within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Prins Willem Alexandersch at 138 metres, and IKC de Wereldwijzer is at 166 metres. For secondary education, Het College Vos is at 643 metres. These are all within walking distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are Erasmusplein with lines 2, 56 and 156 at 211 metres, and Wiardi Beckmansingel with the same lines at 214 metres. There is also a stop at Vlaardingen, Wiardi Beckmansingel with line 826 at 205 metres. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 6.7 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident mentions the green surroundings and recreational opportunities, while another notes that parking can be difficult in the evening. A third says the area is lively and child-friendly, though litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore.
