Schrijversbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1928 apartment on Vondellaan sits in a lively part of Schiedam, with a mix of old and new neighbours. At 88 m² and an E energy label, it's a home with period charm but higher energy costs to expect. The asking price of €300,000 is in line with the market for apartments in Schiedam.
Schrijversbuurt is a dense urban area with a very strong city feel (3,850 addresses per km²). Two residents reviewed it: one calls it a "Nice neighbourhood for families", noting a "particularly cosy street and neighbourhood where many children can play outside and there is nature and fun play facilities nearby." The other is less positive: "Lots of 'gangsters', lots of mess. People are not social, landlord does nothing about things in the house. In short, just a shit neighbourhood." Based on two reviews, opinions are split. The neighbourhood Schrijversbuurt has a mix of households, with many singles and families with children.
For your morning bread, Coop is just around the corner, and Lidl is a ten-minute walk. Two primary schools are on your doorstep: Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken and obs Het Kleurrijk a couple of streets away. For secondary education, ProNovaCollege is a five-minute walk. The municipality Schiedam offers further amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Buddies Real Estate B.V., Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Vondellaan 62A, Schiedam
Good · 2 residents
Particularly cosy street and neighbourhood where many children can play outside and there is nature and fun play facilities nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of “gangsters”, lots of mess. People are not social, landlord does nothing about things in the house. In short, just a shit neighbourhood.
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About Vondellaan 62A, Schiedam
At 88 m² and an E energy label, the price of €300,000 is in line with the market for similar apartments in Schiedam. The home is from 1928, so you get period features but also higher heating costs. No neighbourhood price comparison is available, but the asking price appears reasonable for the size and location.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating bills compared to a modern home. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, but this specific apartment's label is E, so factor in extra costs for gas and electricity.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. It's not on your doorstep, but the area has good bus connections if you need public transport.
Reviews are mixed. One resident describes it as a cosy family street where children play outside, with nature and play facilities nearby. Another complains about anti-social behaviour and mess. The neighbourhood has many singles and families, so you'll find a diverse mix of people.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken is just 85 metres away, obs Het Kleurrijk is 310 metres, and Montessori Schiedam is 341 metres. For secondary education, ProNovaCollege is 390 metres away.
Coop is the closest, at 188 metres, just around the corner. Lidl is 888 metres away, and PLUS, Dirk, and Albert Heijn are all about a kilometre away. You have plenty of options for daily shopping.
The neighbourhood recorded 95 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. One resident mentions 'lots of gangsters' and mess, while another feels it's a nice family area. It's best to visit and get a feel for the street yourself.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schrijversbuurt

