Eilandenbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1887 terraced house on Strijensestraat sits in the Eilandenbuurt, a part of Schiedam with a distinctly urban feel. With 93 m² of living space and an A energy label, it combines period character with modern efficiency. The asking price of €425,000 is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €342,111, putting it on the high side compared to other terraced houses in Schiedam.
The Eilandenbuurt is a compact neighbourhood with 1,705 residents, many living alone (405 one-person households) and a fair share of families (295 households with children). It's a densely built area with 2,279 addresses per km², so you're never far from the buzz. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the mix of ages and household types suggests a lively, diverse community. The neighbourhood Eilandenbuurt is known for its pre-war housing stock, and indeed all homes here were built before 1945.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk is a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools are within easy reach: Sint Willibrordusschool is a couple of streets away, and Sint Jozefschool is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden a short stroll away, and a restaurant and library are also just around the corner. The municipality Schiedam offers a range of amenities within walking distance.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including 3VER Makelaars, 3VER Makelaars, and 3VER Makelaars.
Details of this home
Strijensestraat 19, Schiedam
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About Strijensestraat 19, Schiedam
The asking price of €425,000 is 24% above the average asking price in the Eilandenbuurt (€342,111) and also above the median of €350,000. Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood went for an average of €367,383, so this listing is on the high side. However, the home has an A energy label, which is rare in an area where 75% of homes have labels D or lower, and that may justify part of the premium.
The Eilandenbuurt is a densely populated urban neighbourhood with a mix of singles and families. It has a high address density (2,279 per km²), so it feels lively. The housing stock is entirely pre-war, giving the area a classic character. There are no resident reviews available, but the demographic mix suggests a diverse community.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. The distance is manageable but not within walking distance for a daily commute.
Two primary schools are within walking distance: Sint Willibrordusschool (192 m) and Sint Jozefschool (539 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.4 km away, so older children may need to cycle or take public transport.
Albert Heijn is just 147 m away, perfect for daily shopping. Dirk is 1.1 km away, a ten-minute walk. There are also several other supermarkets within a couple of kilometres.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. This is notable because 75% of homes in the Eilandenbuurt have labels D or lower. An A label means lower energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Eilandenbuurt