Polderwetering, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Polderweg sits in the green fringe of Schiedam, where the city meets the polder landscape. With 137 m² of living space on a 304 m² plot, it offers room to spread out. The 1954 build and energy label D mean it has solid bones but could benefit from modernisation. At €600,000, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a detached houses in Schiedam of this size.
The neighbourhood Polderwetering is a tiny enclave of just 385 residents, mostly families and couples. Over half of households have children, and the streets are quiet, the area scores a 4 on the urbanity scale, meaning it's hardly urban at all. There are no resident reviews available, but the low crime figures (14 incidents in total) and the predominance of owner-occupied homes (85%) suggest a settled community.
For groceries, Dirk is just over a kilometre away, with Jumbo and Albert Heijn a bit further. The nearest primary school, KBS De Vlinder, is about 900 metres from the door, an easy walk with the kids. Two other primary schools and a secondary school are also within a couple of kilometres. The municipality Schiedam provides the usual municipal services, though you'll need a car or bike for most errands.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via RE/MAX.
Details of this home
Polderweg 176, Schiedam
Data from Polderwetering
42 within 5 km
97 within 5 km
About Polderweg 176, Schiedam
Given the 137 m² floor area, 304 m² plot, and the fact that it's a detached house in a quiet neighbourhood, the price is in line with the market. Detached homes in Schiedam are scarce, so you're paying for the space and privacy. The energy label D means heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but the solid construction from 1954 is a plus.
Polderwetering is a small, quiet neighbourhood with mostly families. It has a low urbanity score, so you won't find busy streets or nightlife. The area is safe, with very few reported crimes. It's ideal if you value peace and space over city convenience.
The nearest train station is 3.09 km away, so you'll need a bike or car to get there. It's not within walking distance for a daily commute, but the connection to Schiedam Centrum and Rotterdam is good once you're at the station.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: KBS De Vlinder (894 m), De Violier (958 m), and Obs Het Windas (1.3 km). For secondary education, De Internationale Vos is about 1.6 km away. All are within a comfortable bike ride.
The listing does not explicitly mention a garden, but the plot size of 304 m² suggests there is outdoor space.
The energy label is D, which is average for a house from 1954. It means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher gas and electricity bills compared to a modern home. Insulation and heating upgrades could improve the label.
6 homes in the municipality Schiedam


