Westvest 112
Walvisbuurt, Schiedam
AreaA 19th-century apartment on Westvest
This apartment on Westvest sits in the heart of Schiedam, a street with a distinctly historic feel. The listing does not state an energy label, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home's efficiency. At €2,495 per month, the rent sits well above the neighbourhood average of €630, which reflects the size and character of the property. For context, apartments in Schiedam vary widely in price, so this one is on the high side.
Life in the Walvisbuurt
The Walvisbuurt is a compact neighbourhood with a mixed population, where single-person households make up the majority. The age spread is broad, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45, alongside a smaller group of families with children. It is a place where the streets are lively and the community feels close-knit. The Walvisbuurt neighbourhood has a housing stock dominated by rental properties, which shapes the area's character. The mix of ages and household types gives the neighbourhood a varied, everyday rhythm.
Daily life around the corner
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl, Dirk and PLUS all within a five-minute walk. Schools are equally close, with IKC Blink a short stroll away and several other primary options nearby. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes straightforward. The municipality of Schiedam offers a full range of amenities, so most needs are met without travelling far.
Listing details
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Expat Quality Housing.
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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 Westvest 112, Schiedam
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
Expat Quality Housing has published only the street and price on their site.
Is €2,495 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is considerably higher than the neighbourhood average of €630 per month. That average is based on a single rental data point, so it may not reflect the full range. Given the apartment's size and central location, the price is on the high side compared with what is typically available in the Walvisbuurt.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
The Walvisbuurt is a mixed, compact area with a high proportion of single-person households. The age range is broad, with many residents between 25 and 45, and a smaller number of families. The streets have a lively, everyday feel, and the mix of ages gives the area a varied character.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Albert Heijn is about 460 metres away, just a few streets from the apartment. Lidl, Dirk and PLUS are all within roughly 500 to 570 metres, so daily shopping is a short walk. For a larger selection, there are many other supermarkets within five kilometres.
What schools are near this apartment?
IKC Blink, a primary school, is about 390 metres away, and IBS Ababil is around 480 metres. For secondary education, ProNovaCollege is roughly 500 metres from the home. Several other primary schools are within a short walk, making the area practical for families.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 2.4 kilometres from the apartment, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it straightforward to reach other parts of the region without a car.
