Fabribuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1882 terraced house in Schiedam's Fabribuurt is compact at 56 m², with a small plot of 38 m². The energy label F means heating costs will be noticeable. At €275,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €311,429 for larger homes, but it reflects the scarcity of small terraced houses in this area. For context, terraced houses in Schiedam vary widely in size and price.
Fabribuurt is a dense, urban area with a mix of ages and households. The neighbourhood has a young population, with many residents between 25 and 45. It's a very strong urban area (address density 4695), so expect a lively street scene. The housing stock is mostly pre-war, and about 17% are single-family homes. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a diverse community. The Fabribuurt neighbourhood is known for its central location within Schiedam.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner, and Dirk and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. Montessori Schiedam and Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken are both a couple of streets away for primary education, while ProNovaCollege is within a five-minute walk for secondary school. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and a GP is just around the corner. The train station is a twenty-minute walk, but bus connections are nearby. The municipality of Schiedam offers further amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Anke Bodewes Makelaardij o.g. B.V.
Details of this home
Kortlandstraat 5, Schiedam
Data from Fabribuurt
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About Kortlandstraat 5, Schiedam
The asking price of €275,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €311,429, but this home is also smaller than average (56 m² vs 96 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,911, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,367 per m². So while the total price is lower, you're paying a premium per square metre for a compact terraced house in this area.
The energy label is F, which is one of the least efficient ratings. This means the home is likely to have high heating costs, especially in winter. In the neighbourhood, about 36% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not uncommon for pre-war housing. You should expect to spend more on energy compared to a modern home.
Fabribuurt has a mix of households: about 37% are households with children, 23% are couples without children, and 47% are single-person households. The area has several primary schools within walking distance, including Montessori Schiedam and Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken. The neighbourhood is very urban, so gardens are small, but there is a park nearby.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The area is well-connected for a city like Schiedam, with frequent services to Rotterdam and other nearby towns.
At 56 m², this home is 42% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 96 m². Terraced houses in Fabribuurt tend to be larger on average, so this is a compact option. The plot of 38 m² is also small, meaning limited outdoor space. If you need more room, you might look at larger properties in the area.
Many homes in pre-war neighbourhoods do not have private parking. You may need to apply for a resident's parking permit from the municipality.
In the past period, 30 homes were sold in Fabribuurt, with an average selling price of €326,300 and an average time on market of 44 days. This suggests a fairly active market. The median asking price for current listings is €299,000, so this home at €275,000 is priced below the median.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Fabribuurt