A 1936 terraced house on a quiet road
This 1936 terraced house sits on Merellaan 61 in Babberspolder Noord, a residential pocket of Vlaardingen where the streets are calm and the homes are mostly pre-war. The asking price of €450,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €429,833. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,127, while this home works out at €4,592 per square metre. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [terraced houses in Vlaardingen]( /koopwoningen/vlaardingen/tussenwoningen/ ) to see how this one stacks up.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers three rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a total volume of 370 cubic metres. The living area is 98 square metres, both according to the BAG registration and the agent's listing, and the plot measures 132 square metres. There is a garden at the rear of 62 square metres, plus a front garden, and the rear garden faces south and is accessible via the back. A balcony is present, and the property is freehold. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, and the heating is provided by a combi boiler and an open fireplace. The home is set on a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Babberspolder Noord
Babberspolder Noord is a small neighbourhood with about 2,135 residents, and it has a distinctly family-oriented feel: 41% of households have children. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six 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 notes: "Good experience, nice neighbourhood and everything is nearby." A third is more critical, mentioning "a lot of noise" and "street dirt". The reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this street. For more on the area, see [the Babberspolder Noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/babberspolder-noord-vlaardingen/ ).
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close at hand. The Aldi is just around the corner, and Boon's Markt is a couple of streets away, while a Jumbo is a ten-minute walk. For primary education, IKC Ambacht is a couple of streets away, and Lentiz | Groen van Prinstererlyceum for secondary education is also within a short walk. The nearest GP is De Hogen Hoed, and the BENU Apotheek Van Hogendorplaan is on your doorstep. Bus stops Sportlaan and Meidoornstraat are both just around the corner, served by lines 56 and 156. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 3.8 kilometres away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Vlaardingen]( /gemeente/vlaardingen/ ).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €408,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this WOZ value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 59%, from €256,000 to €408,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, as were 100% of properties in this postcode area. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Driel Makelaardij.
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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 Merellaan 61, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €450,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €408,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 59%, from €256,000 in 2020 to €408,000 in 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has three rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 98 square metres, and the plot is 132 square metres. There is a rear garden of 62 square metres facing south, accessible via the back, plus a front garden and a balcony. The property is freehold, so there is no leasehold ground rent.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is F. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The agent states that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, which may help, but the label itself indicates the overall energy performance. No specific cost figures are available in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1936, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment. 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 amenities and public transport options?
The Aldi is just around the corner at 337 metres, and Boon's Markt is 392 metres away. For schools, IKC Ambacht is 534 metres away, and Lentiz | Groen van Prinstererlyceum is 512 metres. The nearest GP is De Hogen Hoed at 793 metres, and the BENU Apotheek Van Hogendorplaan is 230 metres. Bus stops Sportlaan and Meidoornstraat are within 215 metres, served by lines 56 and 156. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, 3.8 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six 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 notes: "Good experience, nice neighbourhood and everything is nearby." A third mentions "a lot of noise" and "street dirt". These reviews reflect the district, not just this street.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood are sold on average within 18 days, according to precomputed data. This is a factual figure from the housing market data for the area. It does not guarantee how quickly this particular home will sell, but it gives an indication of the current pace in Babberspolder Noord.
What is the average asking price in the neighbourhood?
The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Babberspolder Noord is €429,833, with a median of €447,500. The asking price for this home is €450,000, which is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average. The average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,127, while this home is listed at €4,592 per square metre.
