Homes for sale in Schenkel-Zuidwest, Nissewaard
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Schenkel-Zuidwest and discover what this quiet Spijkenisse neighbourhood has to offer for buyers.
House prices and market figures Schenkel-Zuidwest, Nissewaard
The owner-occupied market in Schenkel-Zuidwest is predominantly a home-owning neighbourhood: 57% of the 776 homes are owner-occupied, the remaining 43% are social housing. This gives the neighbourhood a mixed character, with a clear majority of owner-occupiers. The average WOZ value is €279,000, which is exactly equal to the municipal average of Nissewaard, but slightly lower than the district average of Schenkel as a whole (€293,000). Schenkel-Zuidwest is thus one of the more accessible parts of the district.
Looking at actual sale prices over the past twelve months, buyers paid an average of €388,431 for a home in this neighbourhood. The range ran from €350,000 to €455,000, with an average living area of 111 m². That works out at a price of around €3,500 per square metre. Sixteen homes were sold in that period, which for a neighbourhood of this size is a limited but regular supply. These are mainly ground-floor single-family homes; apartments are less represented. View the current supply and asking prices at the top of this page.
Living in Schenkel-Zuidwest, Nissewaard
Schenkel-Zuidwest is a quiet residential neighbourhood on the south side of the Schenkel district, in the heart of Spijkenisse, the largest core of the municipality of Nissewaard. The neighbourhood largely consists of homes built in the 1970s and 1980s: terraced houses and semi-detached houses with their own garden, on streets that are spaciously laid out with plenty of greenery in between. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural features, but rather for a certain peace and clarity that many residents appreciate.
The largest age group in Schenkel-Zuidwest is 45 to 65 years old, followed by 25- to 45-year-olds with children. This translates into a neighbourhood where families and people in the second half of their working lives set the tone. You see it in the streets: playgrounds, bicycles at the front door, and a quiet street scene during the week. The labour participation rate is 61%, indicating that most residents are active in the labour market.
In terms of amenities, the location is favourable. The Zuiderpolder shopping centre is within cycling distance and offers a supermarket, a pharmacy and daily shops. For more extensive shopping, the centre of Spijkenisse is easily accessible, including the Makado shopping centre. Primary schools are located in the immediate vicinity of the neighbourhood, and several secondary schools are accessible within Spijkenisse. Sports clubs for football, tennis and swimming can be found in the nearby sports parks.
The accessibility of Schenkel-Zuidwest is one of its stronger points. Spijkenisse has its own metro station, served by the RandstadRail (line E), which takes you to Rotterdam Central in about 25 minutes. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood with other cores of Nissewaard and with the metro. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the N57 towards Rotterdam and the A15 towards Dordrecht and Gorinchem.
Residents particularly appreciate the neighbourhood for its peace, green spaces and good accessibility. On the neighbourhood main page of Schenkel-Zuidwest you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident describes it like this: "It's just quiet living here, the children can play outside and you're in Rotterdam within half an hour. That's the ideal combination for us." Criticisms that come up sometimes concern parking pressure in the evenings and the somewhat dated appearance of some streets.
Compared to sister neighbourhood Schenkel-Noordwest, Schenkel-Zuidwest is slightly more compact and more focused on families with children. Schenkel-Zuidoost has a similar profile but is located slightly closer to the main roads. For more comparisons within the district, find an overview on the page for homes for sale in Schenkel.
Who is a home in Schenkel-Zuidwest interesting for?
Schenkel-Zuidwest mainly appeals to movers and families looking for a ground-floor home with a garden, without the hustle and bustle of a city centre but with good connections. The average purchase price of over €388,000 makes the neighbourhood less accessible for starters with a limited budget; buying an apartment in Schenkel-Zuidwest is hardly an option given the limited supply in that segment. If you want to be flexible, you can also look at rental homes in Schenkel-Zuidwest, although the rental share is largely in the hands of housing corporations. Keep in mind that supply is limited: with around 16 sales per year, the market is not large, and popular homes sell quickly. Bidding above the asking price does occur, especially for move-in ready homes.
What residents say about Schenkel-Zuidwest
On the neighbourhood page of Schenkel-Zuidwest you will find resident reviews with scores on categories such as safety, amenities, accessibility and liveability. Residents regularly describe the neighbourhood as a place where you can live undisturbed, with enough greenery and a pleasant mix of young families and older residents. One reviewer writes: "Nice neighbourhood to grow up in, safe feeling and the neighbours still know each other." Less positive are some residents about the state of public greenery and parking pressure on busy evenings. View all reviews on the neighbourhood main page for a complete picture.
Compare homes for sale in and around Schenkel-Zuidwest
Buurtje.nl brings together the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources on one page, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data that you won't find elsewhere. This way you can compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. Besides Schenkel-Zuidwest, Schenkel-Noordoost and neighbourhoods such as Centrum or Vierambachten are also worth a look. For a broader overview of the municipality, you can visit the page for homes for sale in Nissewaard. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of municipality Nissewaard.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Schenkel-Zuidwest?
The average purchase price in Schenkel-Zuidwest over the past year was €388,431. Sale prices ranged from €350,000 to €455,000, with an average living area of 111 m². This works out to a price of approximately €3,500 per square metre. Supply is limited; 16 homes were sold in twelve months.
What is the WOZ value in Schenkel-Zuidwest?
The average WOZ value in Schenkel-Zuidwest is €279,000. This is equal to the municipal average of Nissewaard (€279,000), but slightly lower than the average for the broader Schenkel district, where the WOZ value is €293,000. Schenkel-Zuidwest is therefore among the more affordably valued parts of the district.
What is living in Schenkel-Zuidwest like?
Schenkel-Zuidwest is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood in Spijkenisse, consisting mainly of 1970s and 1980s terraced houses. The neighbourhood has a family character, with many 45- to 65-year-olds and households with children. Residents appreciate the tranquillity, accessibility via the RandstadRail, and the safe streetscape. Criticism sometimes concerns parking pressure and the dated appearance of some streets.
Is Schenkel-Zuidwest suitable for families?
Yes, the neighbourhood is well-suited for families. The largest household group consists of families with children, and the spacious streets with gardens and playgrounds match this. Primary schools and sports clubs are nearby. Purchase prices from €350,000 make the neighbourhood less accessible for first-time buyers, but for moving families, living in Schenkel-Zuidwest is a realistic option.
How is the accessibility of Schenkel-Zuidwest?
Accessibility is a strong point of the neighbourhood. Via the RandstadRail (line E) from Spijkenisse station, Rotterdam Central can be reached in about 25 minutes. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood to the rest of Nissewaard. By car, the N57 is quickly accessible, with a connection to the A15 towards Dordrecht and the Rotterdam region.
What type of homes are for sale in Schenkel-Zuidwest?
The supply mainly consists of ground-floor single-family homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses, largely built in the 1970s and 1980s. Buying an apartment in Schenkel-Zuidwest is difficult, as this type of housing is hardly represented in the neighbourhood. Most owner-occupied homes have a garden and a living area of around 111 m².
Is there a lot of green space in Schenkel-Zuidwest?
The neighbourhood is relatively green in layout, with parks and green strips between the residential streets, characteristic of the expansion districts of Spijkenisse from that period. Residents mention the greenery as a plus point, although there are also comments that the maintenance of public green spaces could be better. For larger recreational areas, you can go to the surroundings of Nissewaard, which offer relatively much outdoor space.
