Homes for sale in Nieuwland, Schiedam
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Nieuwland, Schiedam. Compare prices, read resident reviews and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
What does a home cost in Nieuwland, Schiedam?
The owner-occupied market in Nieuwland is more accessible than in many other parts of Schiedam. The average WOZ value is €242,000, well below the municipal average of €288,000. Yet the actual transaction prices tell a different story: in the past twelve months, 96 homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €386,599. The range runs from around €180,000 for a compact apartment to €815,000 for the larger single-family homes, with an average living area of 100 m². Only 32% of the housing stock of 6,879 homes is owner-occupied, the rest is rental, of which almost half is owned by housing associations. This limited supply of homes for sale means that sought-after properties are snapped up quickly. Check the overview at the top of this page for the current availability of homes for sale in Nieuwland.
Living in Nieuwland: mills, convenience and honest caveats
Nieuwland is a neighbourhood with two faces. On the one hand, you live a stone's throw from the historic mills along the Noordvest and the Jenever Museum, which is why resident Petra writes enthusiastically: "The neighbourhood is nice with the mills, whisper boat, Jenever Museum, there are fun things to do." On the other hand, it is a post-war neighbourhood where not everything is in good order. Residents on the Nieuwland neighbourhood page give the area a 6.3 out of 10. Safety scores highest at 7.2, but beauty scores only 4.8. Petra confirms this too: "It's nice but a lot of mess, it needs to be tidier." Community spirit gets a meagre 5.8, and resident Melisa is clear about that: "People are very antisocial. You really get nothing from the neighbours here, they just ignore you and walk on."
In terms of amenities, you are well served in Nieuwland. Shopping centre Nieuwland on Mgr. Nolenslaan has an Albert Heijn, Kruidvat and various specialist shops for your daily groceries. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Violier and Het Startblok, and for secondary education you can go to Schiedams Lyceum a bit further on. Sportpark Thurlede offers space for football and tennis, and Prinses Beatrixpark on the edge of the neighbourhood is popular with runners and families with young children. The sub-neighbourhoods within Nieuwland vary considerably: the Nolensbuurt is centrally located near the shops, while the homes around Spieringshoek offer a bit more peace. In the Hollandiabuurt you will mainly find porch flats, and the Troelstrabuurt has a mix of single-family homes and apartments.
Accessibility is reasonable, although it scores a 6.8, not outstanding. Tram line 21 (towards Rotterdam Centraal) and bus line 55 stop in the neighbourhood, and Schiedam Centrum station is about a ten-minute bike ride away. From there, you can be at Rotterdam Centraal in a quarter of an hour. By car, via the A20 you are quickly on the motorway towards The Hague or Rotterdam. Parking is a sore point though: Melisa calls the parking "really too full", and many residents recognise that. The municipality of Schiedam is working on improvements, but for now it is a struggle to find a spot in the evenings. More information about parking policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Schiedam.
Is Nieuwland right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price of €386,599 and entry-level prices around €180,000, buying an apartment in Nieuwland is feasible for starters who want to live in the Rotterdam region without paying Rotterdam prices. The average income in the neighbourhood is €30,600, so count on additional financing or savings. Families with children will find affordable single-family homes here, although you have to be honest about the limited community spirit. Don't forget the additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation costs quickly add up. Is buying not an option now? Then check out the rental homes in Nieuwland, because with 68% rental properties, the supply there is considerably larger. Home movers with more budget can also look at the centre of Schiedam or the West neighbourhood.
Exploring the homes for sale in Nieuwland
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know which neighbourhood you are moving into. Feel free to compare Nieuwland with other neighbourhoods: see what is for sale in Oost or discover the supply at the Schiedamse Havens. This way you make a well-considered choice that suits your situation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Nieuwland, Schiedam?
The average purchase price in Nieuwland over the past year was €386,599, with a range from €180,000 to €815,000. The average living area is 100 m². The WOZ value is €242,000, which is lower than the Schiedam average of €288,000.
What type of home can I buy in Nieuwland?
Nieuwland consists largely of post-war porch flats and single-family homes. You can buy an apartment in Nieuwland from around €180,000. Larger single-family homes with gardens are in the higher segment. Only 32% of homes are owner-occupied, so supply is limited.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Nieuwland?
When buying a home in Nieuwland, in addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax, notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and valuation costs. Expect around 4-6% extra costs on top of the purchase price. A buying agent is recommended given the limited supply of homes for sale in the neighbourhood.
How accessible is Nieuwland for commuting?
Nieuwland is accessible via tram line 21 and bus line 55. Schiedam Centrum station is a ten-minute bike ride away and takes you to Rotterdam Centraal in a quarter of an hour. The A20 motorway can be reached within a few minutes by car. Parking in the neighbourhood is a frequently mentioned issue.
Is Nieuwland a suitable neighbourhood to live in with children?
Living in Nieuwland with children is certainly possible. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, a sports park and the Prinses Beatrixpark. The safety score is 7.2 out of 10. However, residents rate the sense of community at 5.8, so mutual involvement is not equally strong everywhere.
The parking is really too full, the people are very antisocial. You really get nothing from the neighbours here, they just ignore you and walk on. What is a plus point is that you live close to shops and schools, which is very handy and easily accessible. You really miss the sense of community in the neighbourhood because that used to be the case. There are also many people walking around with dangerous loose dogs like pitbulls that recently bit another dog. That is also dangerous for the residents themselves.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice but a lot of rubbish needs to be tidied up again, a show-off who keeps everything to himself and makes sure it stays tidy.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is fun with the windmills, whisper boat, jenever museum. There are fun things to do, come and have a look, Schiedam is nice.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in West and East before. Wibautbuurt is a lot better than Schiedam East, but here there are still loitering youths every day who are loud, which is extremely annoying.
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