Rental homes in Groenoord, Schiedam

Renting in Groenoord: a social housing neighbourhood with little private sector

Groenoord is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm. Of the more than 4,800 homes, 67% are rented out, and the vast majority of these, 57%, are owned by housing associations. If you are looking for a rental home in the private sector, you have little choice here: in the past twelve months, only 6 private sector homes were rented out, with an average rent of €1,259 per month. The range runs from €500 to €3,450 per month, and the average floor area was 165 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For current rents and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

The WOZ value in Groenoord averages €229,000, which is clearly lower than the municipal average of €288,000 in Schiedam. This reflects the character of the neighbourhood: predominantly affordable rental homes, built in the post-war period, with a relatively modest property value. If you are considering buying, you can also look at the supply of homes for sale in Groenoord, although the share of owner-occupied homes is limited at 33%.

Groenoord: good connections, but safety remains an issue

Groenoord has a mixed profile. The neighbourhood has nearly 9,700 residents, with a large group of people between 25 and 45 years old and a sizeable group of over-65s. Single-person households are the largest category, which is also reflected in the atmosphere: it is not a classic family neighbourhood, but nor is it a student area. It is just an average Schiedam neighbourhood, with all the pros and cons that entails.

On Buurtje.nl, Groenoord scores an average of 5.8 out of 10, based on resident reviews. That is not high. Resident Ralph van Der Leije describes the neighbourhood simply as "unsafe", a feeling also reflected in the sub-score for safety: a meagre 4.0 out of 10. That is a serious point of attention for anyone considering renting a home here. Read more experiences and see all the figures on the neighbourhood page for Groenoord.

Where residents are satisfied, however, is with accessibility (8.0) and the level of amenities (8.0). Groenoord has its own shopping centre and is conveniently located for public transport to Rotterdam and the centre of Schiedam. Green space also scores reasonably well at 7.0, which you notice in the layout of the neighbourhood: there is space, there are parks, and the area feels less densely built-up than some other Schiedam neighbourhoods. The score for beauty, however, is a different story: a 2.0 suggests that the public space and appearance of the buildings leave something to be desired. Groenoord is functional, but not attractive.

The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. In Groenoord-Noord and Groenoord-Zuid you will find the majority of post-war multi-family homes. The Mozartbuurt and the Van Beethovenbuurt have a slightly quieter streetscape. For more information on the supply per sub-area, you can also look at Bachplein or the Van Zantenbuurt.

Renting in Groenoord: who does it work for, and who not?

Groenoord is primarily a neighbourhood for people who depend on social housing or are looking for an affordable rental home in the Schiedam region. The average income in the neighbourhood is €33,600, slightly below the Schiedam average, indicating that this is not a neighbourhood for high incomes. If your goal is to rent a spacious apartment in the private sector, you will find that supply is scarce. For people who prioritise safety, Groenoord is less advisable based on resident scores. In that case, also consider the Centre or the neighbourhood Oost as alternatives within Schiedam.

Searching for rental homes in Groenoord: how to go about it

The current rental supply in Groenoord can be found at the top of this page, including filters for price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you get a fair picture before you respond. Want to broaden your search area? Then also check the supply in Schiedamse Havens, West or view all rental homes in Schiedam. More information about living and residing in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Schiedam.