A warm welcome in Babberspolder West
This 1933 terraced house on Kethelweg sits in Babberspolder West, a friendly corner of Vlaardingen where residents give their neighbourhood a 7.88 out of 10. One resident says: "It's a cosy neighbourhood. I've been living here for 6 years with my brother, father and mother. As soon as we arrived, we were immediately welcomed by almost the entire neighbourhood. There are also many children living here, which I like." Another adds: "Good experience, nice neighbourhood and everything is nearby." Based on five reviews, the overall picture is warm and welcoming. The asking price of €387,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €439,587. For context, terraced houses in Vlaardingen are part of a varied market.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 93 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 97 m². The plot measures 199 m². There is a garden at the rear of 105 m² with a front garden, and the rear garden faces south and is accessible via the back alley. A balcony is present. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the perpetual lease bought off. According to the agent, the home has roof insulation and double glazing, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in Babberspolder West
The Babberspolder West neighbourhood is home to around 4,730 people, with a mix of ages and household types. About 36% of households have children, and 34% are single-person households. The housing stock is varied, with 63% owner-occupied homes. Residents mention both the positives and a small gripe: "Wonderful place to live. Often fun things to do, but also negative ones, like the bin shelter being closed off, now we (60) have to walk with our rubbish." The neighbourhood has a lively, community feel, with many children playing outside.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Aldi is just around the corner, and Boon's Markt is a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC Ambacht is on your doorstep, and Lentiz | Groen van Prinstererlyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is De Hogen Hoed, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Van Hogendorplaan is just around the corner. Bus stops Sportlaan and Meidoornstraat, both a couple of streets away, are served by lines 56 and 156. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4 km away. The municipality of Vlaardingen offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €453,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 15% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 57%, from €289,000 to €453,000. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the home was built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Witte Garantiemakelaars Vlaardingen.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Kethelweg 33, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €387,000 is 15% below the WOZ value of €453,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €439,587. This comparison is based on the precomputed figures in the listing.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The house has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 93 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 97 m². The plot measures 199 m². There is a rear garden of 105 m² with a front garden, and the rear garden faces south and is accessible via the back alley. A balcony is also present.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The agent states that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, which can help with energy retention. The central heating boiler provides heating. No specific cost figures are given in the listing.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. This is because the home was built before 1970, in 1933, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Aldi is just around the corner at 461 metres, and Boon's Markt is a couple of streets away at 529 metres. For primary education, IKC Ambacht is on your doorstep at 271 metres, and Lentiz | Groen van Prinstererlyceum for secondary education is 526 metres away. The nearest GP is De Hogen Hoed at 806 metres, and the BENU Apotheek Van Hogendorplaan is 409 metres away.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Residents of Babberspolder West give their neighbourhood an average score of 7.88 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "It's a cosy neighbourhood. I've been living here for 6 years with my brother, father and mother. As soon as we arrived, we were immediately welcomed by almost the entire neighbourhood. There are also many children living here, which I like." Another adds: "Good experience, nice neighbourhood and everything is nearby."
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus stops Sportlaan and Meidoornstraat are both a couple of streets away, at 371 and 381 metres respectively, and are served by lines 56 and 156. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4 km away. These are the public transport options listed in the listing, with no further details on frequencies or destinations.
What is the noise situation at this address?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at this specific home. No further noise details are provided in the listing.
