A 1929 terraced house in the heart of Vlaardingen
This 1929 terraced house sits in the Centrum neighbourhood of Vlaardingen, a lively area where daily life unfolds on foot. With five rooms spread over three floors, there is plenty of space for a household that values both character and practicality. The asking price of €375,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €357,916. For context, [terraced houses in Vlaardingen]( /koopwoningen/vlaardingen/tussenwoningen/) are part of a market where the average price per square metre is €3,772.
Inside the home
The agent describes a home with five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 90 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². The plot measures 92 m² according to both sources. The house has a rear garden of 29 m², accessible from the back, and a balcony. According to the agent, the home features roof insulation, HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with an annual ground rent of €34.00.
Life in the Centrum
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on fourteen reviews. One resident describes a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area" with "beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities". Another notes that "everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly. All basic amenities are available." The same resident mentions that litter and incorrectly parked bicycles are an eyesore. A third resident appreciates the green spaces but finds parking difficult after half past six in the evening. The neighbourhood has about 6,500 inhabitants, and half of the households are single-person households. [The Centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-buurt-vlaardingen/) is home to a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For primary education, IKC De Bavinck is on your doorstep, and IKC 't Palet is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Weeshuisplein, a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Billiton is just around the corner. Bus stop Westlandseweg, served by lines 56, 126 and 156, is on your doorstep. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about five kilometres away. [The municipality of Vlaardingen]( /gemeente/vlaardingen/) offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €297,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2024. The asking price is 26% above this value. Between 2019 and 2024, the WOZ value rose by 39%, from €214,000 to €297,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium, with a low flood risk currently and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Drie Kastelen NVM 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.
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About Thorbeckestraat 8, Vlaardingen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 26% above the WOZ value of €297,000, which was set on 1 January 2024. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €357,916.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 90 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². The plot measures 92 m². There is a rear garden of 29 m², accessible from the back, and a balcony.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions that the home has roof insulation, HR glazing and wall insulation, which may help with energy efficiency. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1929, and in this postcode area, 96% of properties were built before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 3% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Dirk supermarket is about 390 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is about 486 metres away. For primary education, IKC De Bavinck is about 186 metres away, and IKC 't Palet is about 328 metres away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Weeshuisplein, about 581 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Billiton is about 478 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Westlandseweg, about 101 metres away, served by lines 56, 126 and 156. Another stop, Van der Driftstraat, is about 210 metres away with line 126. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 4.9 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Vlaardingen give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on fourteen reviews. One resident describes a "green neighbourhood in the busy Rijnmond area" with "beautiful neighbourhood with many recreational opportunities". Another notes that "everything is easily accessible. It's lively and child-friendly." A third resident mentions that parking is difficult after half past six in the evening.
What is the noise level like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
