Eilandenbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis pre-war terraced house on Ouddorpsestraat has a warm, lived-in feel from the moment you step inside. With 132 m² of floor space over three floors, it is noticeably roomier than most homes in the Eilandenbuurt. The asking price of €449,000 is the highest of the nine homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 31% above the local average, a reflection of its size and character. For context, terraced houses in Schiedam vary widely, but this one stands out for its generous proportions.
The neighbourhood Eilandenbuurt is a calm residential area with a mix of pre-war terraced houses and low-rise flats. Around 46% of homes are single-family, and the neighbourhood has a strong family presence: 295 households have children. The average household size is 1.9, and incomes are in line with the city average. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the area is known for its quiet streets and easy access to local parks. The park or public garden is just a couple of streets away.
Your morning bread run is barely a few steps: Albert Heijn is on your doorstep. For a wider selection, Dirk is a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Sint Willibrordusschool and Sint Jozefschool. The municipality Schiedam provides good local amenities, with a GP surgery and a restaurant both just around the corner. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, making commuting straightforward.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Huispedia, on Funda, and Mijn Huis Verkoop Ik Zelf on Pararius.
Details of this home
Ouddorpsestraat 11, Schiedam
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About Ouddorpsestraat 11, Schiedam
The asking price is 31% above the neighbourhood average of €342,111 and is the highest of the nine homes currently for sale in the Eilandenbuurt. However, the floor area (132 m²) is 40% larger than the local average of 94 m², and the home has an energy label C. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the pre-war character.
At 132 m², this house is significantly larger than the neighbourhood average of 94 m². The plot is 99 m², which is typical for a terraced house of this era. Most homes in the Eilandenbuurt are smaller, so this one offers noticeably more living space.
The home has energy label C. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label C and 75% have a lower label (D or below). Label C is reasonably efficient for a pre-war house, but you can expect moderate energy costs. The exact consumption will depend on your usage and any improvements you make.
Albert Heijn is just 23 metres away, literally on your doorstep. For other options, Dirk is about 1 km away, a ten-minute walk. There are also two other Albert Heijn stores within 1.2 km.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Sint Willibrordusschool (311 m) and Sint Jozefschool (391 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.4 km away, so a bike or bus is needed.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to Rotterdam or The Hague straightforward.
The Eilandenbuurt is a quiet, family-oriented area with a mix of pre-war terraced houses and flats. About 46% of homes are single-family, and there are many households with children. The area has a park within 400 m and a low crime rate (69 total offences). It is a calm residential pocket within Schiedam.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Eilandenbuurt