Eilandenbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1880s terraced house on Sommelsdijksestraat has a floor area of 68 m² and a small plot of 54 m². It's the cheapest of the nine homes currently for sale in the Eilandenbuurt, with a price 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €342,111. That makes it a keen entry point into Schiedam's housing market, especially compared to other terraced houses in Schiedam.
The Eilandenbuurt is a pre-war area with a mix of families and singles. Around 46% of homes are terraced or detached, and 42% are owner-occupied. The streets are lined with traditional brick houses, and the area feels established and lived-in. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a relatively young population, with many residents aged 25 to 45. For more context, see the Eilandenbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Dirk is a ten-minute walk away. For primary schools, the Sint Willibrordusschool is on your doorstep, and the Sint Jozefschool is a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is a five-minute walk, and a restaurant is just around the corner. The area is well served by local amenities, all within the municipality of Schiedam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including 3D Makelaars B.V. and 3D Makelaars B.V..
Details of this home
Sommelsdijksestraat 12, Schiedam
Data from Eilandenbuurt
Data from Eilandenbuurt
56 within 5 km
129 within 5 km
About Sommelsdijksestraat 12, Schiedam
At €255,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in the Eilandenbuurt. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €342,111, so this property is priced 25% below that. However, the floor area of 68 m² is 28% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 94 m². The price per square metre works out at about €3,750, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €3,745 per m².
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home has poor insulation and high heating costs are to be expected. In the Eilandenbuurt, 75% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a house built in 1880. You will likely need to invest in insulation and heating upgrades to improve efficiency.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride. Schiedam Centrum station is the main hub, offering connections to Rotterdam, The Hague, and beyond.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. The Sint Willibrordusschool is just 108 m away, on your doorstep. The Sint Jozefschool is 678 m away, about a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.4 km away, so a bike or bus is handy for older children.
Currently, there are 9 homes for sale in the Eilandenbuurt, with prices ranging from €255,000 to €449,000. The average asking price is €342,111, and the average floor area is 94 m². In the past period, 30 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €367,383 and an average time on market of 67 days.
The Eilandenbuurt is a pre-war neighbourhood with a mix of families and singles. About 46% of homes are terraced or detached, and 42% are owner-occupied. The population is relatively young, with many residents aged 25 to 45. The area has a moderate urban feel, with an address density of 2,279 per km².
The property has a plot of 54 m², which typically includes a small garden or courtyard. The house is a terraced property, so any outdoor space is likely at the rear.
The listing does not state the number of bedrooms. With a floor area of 68 m², it is likely a two- or three-bedroom house, but you would need to check the layout with the agent. The property is a terraced house from 1880, so rooms may be compact.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Eilandenbuurt
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