Singelkwartier, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1898 terraced house on Villastraat sits in the heart of Schiedam's Singelkwartier. With 76 m² of living space and a 71 m² plot, it's compact but full of potential. The energy label D means heating costs are moderate. At €275,000, the asking price is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €348,250, making it a keen entry point into the market. For context, see other terraced houses in Schiedam.
This is a neighbourhood where people stay. One resident, who has lived here for five years, says: "As a born Schiedammer, I've been living in this neighbourhood for 5 years now. I've never felt any different than I always did. This neighbourhood plays a big role in my life. Old friends and old neighbours who still live there. Lovely to live in a familiar environment. Schiedam has felt familiar for 30 years." The area is densely urban, with mostly smaller households and a mix of ages. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Singelkwartier.
For your morning bread, SPAR is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are close: De Kubus is on your doorstep, and Basisschool Kaleidoscoop is a short walk. The train station is a five-minute walk, handy for commutes. The municipality Schiedam offers a range of local amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via 3D Makelaars B.V.
Details of this home
Villastraat 96, Schiedam
Good · 1 resident
As a born Schiedammer, I've been living in this neighbourhood for 5 years now. I've never felt any different than I always did. This neighbourhood plays a big role in my life. Old friends and old neighbours who still live there. Lovely to live in a familiar environment. Schiedam has felt familiar for 30 years.
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About Villastraat 96, Schiedam
The asking price is 21% below the average asking price in Singelkwartier (€348,250) and also below the median of €300,000. Given the smaller floor area (76 m² vs. 111 m² average), the price per m² is about €3,618, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,084. So it's priced keenly overall, but the smaller size means you pay a bit more per square metre.
Singelkwartier is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It's a multicultural neighbourhood where many residents have lived for years. One resident describes it as a familiar environment with old friends and neighbours. The population is diverse in age, with many 25-45 year olds. There are plenty of shops and amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 0.5 km away, about a five-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Rotterdam or other cities.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: De Kubus (212 m), Basisschool Kaleidoscoop (243 m), and Basisschool de Peperklip (305 m). For secondary education, Lentiz | LIFE College is 542 m away.
The energy label is D, which is average for a house of this age. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's not as efficient as modern homes. Most homes in the neighbourhood (61.5%) have a label D or lower.
Currently, 16 homes are for sale in Singelkwartier, with prices ranging from €245,000 to €525,000. The average time on market for sold homes is 43 days, indicating a fairly active market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Singelkwartier