Strijen Woonkern, Hoeksche Waard
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Schelpweg sits in a quiet part of Strijen, with a generous 960 m² plot that gives you plenty of outdoor space. Built in 1953, the 166 m² home has an energy label D, something to consider, as most homes for sale in the neighbourhood have a better rating. At €695,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the local average, but the large plot and property type are rare. For context, see detached houses in Hoeksche Waard.
The neighbourhood is described as quiet and family-friendly, though one resident notes a dangerous road where cars speed and accidents happen. Another says it's 'very self-contained' and that investing in the community helps break through the local bubble. The area is gradually improving as rental homes are sold to owner-occupiers who put more energy into their properties. Most homes are single-family (82%) and owner-occupied (68%), with a mix of ages, nearly half were built after 2010. The population is diverse, with many families and older residents. Read more about the neighbourhood Strijen Woonkern.
For your daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within walking distance: OBS De Meerwaarde and CBS De Parel, both about a ten-minute walk. The nearest secondary school is further out, about 9.5 km away. A GP and a restaurant are also nearby, within a five-minute walk. The municipality Hoeksche Waard offers a rural setting with essential amenities close at hand.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via VMK Makelaars & Taxateurs and is also available through other channels.
Details of this home
Schelpweg 52, Strijen
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Overall, it's a quiet neighbourhood. There is a dangerous road nearby where many cars drive too fast and accidents often happen. The houses are now divided between owner-occupied and rental. But all rental houses that become vacant are sold. As a result, you can see the neighbourhood gradually improving because people with owner-occupied homes put more time and energy into it. A fine neighbourhood for a family with children. Downside: the green bags are often torn open, causing a lot of litter to scatter around and not being collected by the council. Hygiene could be better. There should be bins everywhere so that bags of rubbish don't end up on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery self-contained, all of it. Almost shy... but when there's something to complain about, we stand our ground. Closed culture. But... what goes around comes around! Your own attitude is very important! Invest and try to break through that Strijense bubble...!
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About Schelpweg 52, Strijen
The asking price is above the neighbourhood average of €653,167 and the median of €585,000. However, this is a detached house on a large plot of 960 m², which is uncommon in Strijen Woonkern. The price per square metre (€4,186) is slightly above the local average of €4,119. Given the size and plot, the price is on the high side but reflects the property's unique features.
Residents describe it as quiet and family-friendly, though one mentions a dangerous road with speeding cars. The area is improving as rental homes are sold to owner-occupiers, leading to better upkeep. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many families and older residents. Most homes are single-family and owner-occupied.
The nearest train station is 14.4 km away, so you would need a car or bus for rail connections. The area is more car-dependent, but local amenities like shops and schools are within walking distance.
Albert Heijn is about 1 km away, and Lidl is roughly the same distance. For a wider choice, Jumbo is about 5.9 km away. Daily groceries are easily accessible on foot or by bike.
There are two primary schools within a ten-minute walk: OBS De Meerwaarde (853 m) and CBS De Parel (1.1 km). Secondary education is further away, at 9.5 km, so a commute is needed for older children.
Energy label D means moderate efficiency; heating costs will be higher than in better-rated homes. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label A and 50% have label B, so this home's label is below average for what's currently for sale. It's worth factoring in potential upgrades.
The plot is 960 m², which is very generous for a detached home in this area. It offers plenty of space for a garden, outdoor activities, or even extensions (subject to planning permission).
6 homes in the neighbourhood Strijen Woonkern
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