Schrijversbuurt, Schiedam
NeighbourhoodThis 1892 terraced house on Westfrankelandsestraat sits in the heart of Schiedam-West, where the streets have a friendly, lived-in feel. With 139 m² of living space and a 107 m² plot, it offers generous proportions for a home of this age. The energy label B means it's reasonably efficient for a pre-war house. At €475,000, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a terraced houses in Schiedam of this size.
The neighbourhood Schrijversbuurt gets a 7.25 out of 10 from two residents. One calls it a "nice neighbourhood for families" and says: "Particularly cosy street and neighbourhood where many children can play outside and there is nature and fun play facilities nearby." The other is less enthusiastic, describing "lots of 'gangsters', lots of mess" and a lack of social cohesion. The area is densely built (3,850 addresses per km²) and very urban, with a mix of families and singles.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken on your doorstep and obs Het Kleurrijk a few minutes' walk. The municipality Schiedam has a lively centre with restaurants and a park nearby, so you're never far from a bite or a bit of green.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Dolphijn NVM Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so you have a couple of channels to view the details.
Details of this home
Westfrankelandsestraat 160, Schiedam
Good · 2 residents
Particularly cosy street and neighbourhood where many children can play outside and there is nature and fun play facilities nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of “gangsters”, lots of mess. People are not social, landlord does nothing about things in the house. In short, just a shit neighbourhood.
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About Westfrankelandsestraat 160, Schiedam
For a 139 m² terraced house with a 107 m² plot and energy label B in Schiedam-West, the price is in line with the market. Comparable homes in the area tend to sell for similar amounts, though the final price depends on the condition and any renovations needed.
Schrijversbuurt gets mixed reviews. One resident praises the cosy, family-friendly streets with plenty of outdoor space for children. Another complains about anti-social behaviour and mess. It's a very urban area with a high density of addresses, so expect a lively, sometimes noisy environment.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. Schiedam Centrum station offers connections to Rotterdam and The Hague.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Christelijke Basisschool De Wieken (89 m), obs Het Kleurrijk (272 m), and Sint Bernardus (398 m). For secondary education, ProNovaCollege is 346 m away.
The listing does not mention a garden. The plot is 107 m², but whether that includes a garden or is entirely built upon is not stated. You would need to check the property details or view the house to confirm.
The energy label is B, which is good for a house built in 1892. It means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, with likely double glazing and some insulation, but you can expect higher heating costs than a modern home.
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