Homes for sale in Schildersbuurt, Zwijndrecht

House prices and market figures for Schildersbuurt, Zwijndrecht

The owner-occupied market in Schildersbuurt is relatively modest in size. Of the 593 homes in the neighbourhood, 43% are owner-occupied, the rest are rental, most of which are owned by housing corporations (48%). This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes limited but stable: owner-occupiers who buy here tend to stay for a while.

The average WOZ value is €233,000. That is noticeably lower than the average in the Noord district (€255,000) and well below the municipal average of Zwijndrecht (€303,000). Schildersbuurt is thus one of the cheaper parts of the municipality.

Based on the past twelve months, 8 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €361,250. The range ran from €229,000 to €519,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger family homes became available. The average living area was 98 m², which works out to a price per square metre of approximately €3,686. View the current supply and asking prices at the top of this page.

Living in Schildersbuurt, Zwijndrecht

Schildersbuurt is a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood in the northern part of Zwijndrecht. The name refers to the streets named after famous painters, a characteristic it shares with neighbourhoods such as Sterrenbeeldenbuurt and Planetenbuurt, each with their own thematic naming. The housing stock largely dates from the 1960s and 1970s: terraced houses and semi-detached homes dominate the streetscape, with the occasional apartment block. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural features, but rather for a certain clarity and tranquillity.

The neighbourhood has approximately 1,385 residents, the largest group being between 25 and 45 years old. Families with children are the most common household type, with 265 households. You notice this in the neighbourhood: people cycle, children play in the streets, and the atmosphere is more village-like than urban. For primary education, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood; there are schools within a short cycling distance in the immediate vicinity of Noord.

For daily groceries, supermarkets are within cycling distance, including towards the centre of Zwijndrecht where more shops are also found. The neighbourhood itself does not have a large shopping centre, but for most residents this is not a problem given the short distances. Green spaces are present in the form of parks and playgrounds scattered throughout the district, although it is not a neighbourhood with extensive parks.

In terms of accessibility, Schildersbuurt benefits from its location near the A16, which provides fast connections to Rotterdam and Dordrecht. By car, you can reach the Randstadrail or Zwijndrecht train station within ten minutes, from where you can reach Rotterdam Central in about twenty minutes. Bus services run through the neighbourhood and connect it to the centre of Zwijndrecht and surrounding municipalities. For cyclists, the neighbourhood is well connected via the flat infrastructure that characterises Zwijndrecht.

Residents appreciate the tranquillity and affordability of the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood main page of Schildersbuurt you will find extensive resident reviews and neighbourhood scores per category. One resident writes: "It is quiet here and the neighbours still know each other. Not spectacular, but pleasant living for a family." Criticisms that recur concern the limited local amenities and the outdated appearance of part of the housing stock. If you are looking for a livelier environment, you could also look at Centrum or the Walburg district. If you want more space and greenery outside the neighbourhood, you can compare with Heer Oudelands Ambacht.

Who is a home for sale in Schildersbuurt interesting for?

Schildersbuurt mainly appeals to families and young couples looking for an affordable home in a quiet environment, with good connections to Rotterdam and Dordrecht. The entry price of €229,000 also makes the neighbourhood accessible to first-time buyers, although supply is limited: only a handful of homes are sold per year. This means that as a buyer you need to be able to act quickly. A disadvantage to be honest about: the low labour participation rate (65%) and the relatively low average income (€29,100) point to a socio-economic profile that not everyone experiences as a plus. If you are looking to rent rather than buy, the page rental homes in Schildersbuurt offers a good alternative, as more than half of the housing stock is rental.

What residents say about Schildersbuurt

Residents describe Schildersbuurt as a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood where social cohesion is reasonable. High scores are given for safety and accessibility by car. Residents are less enthusiastic about the level of amenities directly in the neighbourhood and the appearance of public spaces. One resident sums it up aptly: "Quiet, affordable and close to the motorway. Not much going on in the neighbourhood itself, but that's not necessary for us." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the Schildersbuurt page.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Schildersbuurt

Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you compare not only a home but also the neighbourhood itself. If you want to search more broadly, the page homes for sale in Noord gives an overview of the entire district. For a comparison at municipal level, including more expensive and cheaper neighbourhoods, you can visit the page homes for sale in Zwijndrecht. Neighbouring areas such as Officiervliet-Oost and Corridor-West offer similar housing types and are worth a look if you want to live in this part of Zwijndrecht. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Zwijndrecht.