Spacious 1930s Corner Residence with Six Bedrooms and Private Parking
Key Features
Upsides
- The property offers six bedrooms across three floors, providing ample space for a large family or those requiring home office space.
- Private parking for two vehicles is available on the property, which is a significant advantage in an urban setting, and includes an electric vehicle charging station.
- The kitchen was completely renewed in 2022 with high quality appliances including a cooking island, steam oven, and wine climate cabinet, offering modern convenience.
- The location is excellent with Schiedam center, public transport connections, and major motorways all within easy reach.
- Air conditioning is installed on the ground floor and in all first floor bedrooms, enhancing comfort during warmer months.
Downsides
- With six bedrooms but only one bathroom and two separate toilets, the bathroom ratio may be insufficient for a large household.
- The energy label C indicates moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs compared to more recently insulated properties.
- The rear garden measures only 27 square meters, which is relatively small for a property of this size.
- An age clause will be included in the purchase agreement, which is standard for older properties but may require additional considerations regarding potential hidden defects.
- The upcoming street redesign as a 30 kilometer per hour zone may involve temporary disruption during construction works.
Description
Located on the distinguished Burgemeester Knappertlaan, one of the most sought after avenues in Schiedam, this exceptionally spacious 1930s corner residence offers a generous living area of 202 square meters. The property successfully combines authentic period charm with modern residential comfort. The home features six bedrooms, a luxurious open plan kitchen, a utility room, attractive front and rear gardens, and private parking for multiple vehicles including an electric vehicle charging station.
The location of this property is highly convenient. The charming center of Schiedam, renowned for its monumental buildings, canals, welcoming hospitality venues, and diverse shops, is situated at a short distance. Daily amenities such as supermarkets, schools, childcare facilities, and sports facilities are abundantly available in the immediate vicinity. Recreational opportunities are also within easy reach, with various parks and green spaces located nearby. The accessibility is excellent. Multiple tram, metro, and bus connections are within walking distance, while the A4 and A20 motorways are quickly accessible. This makes cities including Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague easily reachable. The residence thus offers an ideal living environment for those who wish to live centrally with all daily facilities close at hand.
The ground floor is accessed via the deep front garden facing the sunny south. Parking space for two cars is available on the property, complete with a charging station. The entrance is located on the side facade and provides access to the vestibule and the central hall with staircase. The welcoming living room features a PVC floor in a wood pattern, laid in Hungarian point style, and benefits from excellent natural light thanks to the corner position. At the front there is a separate area with a custom made cabinet and desk. This spot is well suited as a childrens craft corner, play area, or workspace. The living room includes a fireplace and through French doors there is access to the authentic 1930s terrace. The extended rear section creates additional living space and a pleasant connection to the garden.
The modern and luxurious kitchen was renewed in 2022 and is equipped with a cooking island, ample cabinet space, and various high quality built in appliances. These include an induction cooktop with integrated extraction system, a steam oven, a combination microwave oven, a large refrigerator, a large freezer, and a wine climate cabinet. The large glass facade at the rear, combined with the skylight in the extension, ensures beautiful natural light and a spacious feeling throughout the entire living area.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room with worktop, sink, and its own exterior door. This space is ideal as a daily entrance for children or for storing coats, shoes, and groceries. The distinctive staircase features stained glass windows.
The first floor landing provides access to the various rooms and includes a separate toilet. At the front is the first bedroom, featuring a built in closet wall and access to the south facing balcony with an unobstructed view over the avenue. The second bedroom is located at the rear and overlooks the greenery of the surrounding gardens. From this room there is access to the full width rear balcony. The third, smaller bedroom has a corner position and is ideally suited as a childrens room or home office. All bedrooms on this floor are equipped with air conditioning.
The spacious bathroom is situated at the rear and includes a bathtub, walk in shower, and a vanity unit. The balcony is also accessible via the bathroom.
The second floor landing provides access to three full size bedrooms at the front and rear, each equipped with a sink, built in closets, and a dormer window, making optimal use of the space and daylight. Additionally, this floor has a practical laundry room. This room also offers the possibility to create a second bathroom, making the floor highly suitable for a large family.
The practical storage attic provides ample space for storing seasonal items, suitcases, and other belongings that are not needed on a daily basis.
The useful basement offers storage space and houses the central heating installation.
The property features a deep front garden facing the sunny south, allowing optimal enjoyment of the sun throughout the day. Along the side facade is a spacious driveway with parking on the property. The well maintained rear garden offers ample privacy and forms a pleasant place to relax.
The property was built in 1938 and has an energy label C. It is situated on 242 square meters of privately owned land. The central heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha Avanta boiler from 2022. The ground floor is equipped with two designer air conditioning units. The entire property has double glazing. Awnings are present on the ground floor and at the front of the first floor. The exterior was painted in the summer of 2024. An electric vehicle charging station is present. The street will be redesigned as a 30 kilometer per hour zone in the near future, contributing to a quiet and safe living environment. An age clause will be included in the purchase agreement.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as being located on the landing accessible from multiple rooms, not directly attached to a specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'separaat toilet' on the first floor and '2 aparte toiletten' in the features section.
Bidet
Not mentioned in the listing and not typically a standard feature in Dutch homes of this era.
Double Shower
Not mentioned in the listing; only a single 'inloopdouche' is described.
Shared Shower
The shower is within a private family home, not shared between separate households or units.
Shared Toilet
The toilets are within the private home, not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (singular vanity unit), not a double sink setup.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a south-facing balcony at the front and a full-width balcony at the rear, accessible from the bedrooms and bathroom.
Rear Garden
The listing describes a well-maintained rear garden offering plenty of privacy.
Front Garden
The listing mentions a deep front garden located on the sunny south side.
Side Garden
The features section explicitly lists 'zijtuin' (side garden) along with front and rear gardens.
Terrace
The listing mentions an authentic 1930s terrace accessible from the living room.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the description or features.
Patio
While there is a terrace and garden, no specific paved patio area is detailed.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no guest house mentioned on the property.
Waterfront
Although Schiedam has canals, the property is located on a lane (Burgemeester Knappertlaan) and is not described as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present on this residential property.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is present.
Remarkable Mountain View
Schiedam is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The front bedroom has a free view over the lane, which is a stately avenue, but it is not described as a panoramic or remarkable city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The second bedroom looks out over the greenery of the surrounding gardens.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland and does not have a sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned for this specific property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark is cited as being visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Explicitly stated: two design air conditioning units on the ground floor and air conditioning in all bedrooms on the first floor.
Central Heating
CV-installation (Remeha Avanta, 2022) is explicitly mentioned for heating and hot water.
Fireplace
The listing states 'De woonkamer beschikt over een haard' (The living room has a fireplace).
Hardwood Floors
The flooring described is 'pvc-vloer in houtmotief' (PVC floor in wood pattern), which is vinyl, not real hardwood.
Laminate Flooring
The floor is specified as PVC/vinyl flooring, not laminate. These are different materials.
Carpeted Floors
No mention of carpet anywhere in the listing. The emphasis is on PVC wood-look flooring.
Underfloor Heating
Features list explicitly includes 'gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming' (partial underfloor heating).
Walk In Closet
There are built-in closet walls and built-in closets mentioned, but no specific walk-in closet is described.
Home Office
The living room has 'een aparte hoek met een op maat gemaakte kast en werktafel' described as excellent for a workspace, and a bedroom is mentioned as suitable as 'werkkamer'.
Skylight
Features list includes 'dakraam' (skylight) and the description mentions 'lichtstraat in de uitbouw' (light well in the extension).
Exposed Beams
No mention of exposed beams in the listing, which would typically be highlighted if present as a feature.
Bay Window
No specific mention of a bay window ('erker'). The home is a corner house with various windows but bay window is not specified.
Private Indoor Pool
No mention of any pool in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
No mention of a sauna in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
Explicitly mentioned: 'vaste kastenwand' (built-in closet wall) in the first bedroom and 'vaste kasten' (built-in closets) in second floor bedrooms.
French Doors
'Openslaande deuren' (French doors) mentioned giving access to the terrace from the living room, and 'grote glazen pui' (large glass door system) in the kitchen.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 1930s Dutch corner house with PVC wood-look flooring. While there are clean modern elements, there is no indication of Scandinavian design philosophy with its emphasis on minimalism, light colors, and specific Nordic aesthetics.
Modern
The property has a modern luxury kitchen renovated in 2022, contemporary air conditioning units, an EV charger, and is described as combining authentic charm with contemporary living comfort. However, it remains fundamentally a 1930s character home.
Industrial
No mention of industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete floors, or raw unfinished aesthetics. The home is described as refined with authentic 1930s charm.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned such as terracotta tiles, warm earth tones, arched doorways, or Mediterranean-style outdoor spaces. This is a traditional Dutch 1930s home.
Classic
Described as a 'jaren '30-hoekwoning' (1930s corner house) with 'authentieke charme', stained glass windows on the staircase, preserved period features, and traditional Dutch architectural elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The listing highlights authentic charm, stained glass windows, a 1930s terrace, and traditional details combined in a 1938 corner house.
Early 20th Century
The house is explicitly described as a 'jaren '30-hoekwoning' (1930s corner house) built in 1938.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1938, which is before WWII, making it pre-war rather than post-war functional.
Modernist
The property is a traditional 1930s home, not a modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The listing specifies it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1938.
Kitchen
Oven
Listing explicitly mentions a combi microwave/oven and a steam oven.
Microwave
Listing explicitly mentions a combi microwave/oven.
Refrigerator
Listing explicitly mentions a large fridge.
Freezer
Listing explicitly mentions a large freezer.
Kitchen Island
Listing explicitly mentions a 'kookeiland' (kitchen island).
Open Plan Kitchen
Described as a 'woonkeuken' (living kitchen) with a skylight in the extension creating a spatial feel in the entire living area, strongly indicating an open plan layout.
Pantry
There is a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) adjacent to the kitchen which is noted as ideal for storing groceries, functioning similarly to a pantry.
Stove
Listing mentions an induction cooktop.
Induction Stove
Listing explicitly mentions an 'inductiekookplaat'.
Downdraft Extractor
Listing specifies an induction cooktop with an integrated extraction system ('geïntegreerd afzuigsysteem').
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family corner house ('hoekwoning'), not an apartment or shared building.
Design Kitchen
Described as a modern, luxurious kitchen with high-quality built-in appliances and a wine climate cabinet, indicating a high-design finish.
New Kitchen
The kitchen was renovated in 2022, making it relatively new but not brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states there is parking space on the property for multiple cars, specifically two cars on the driveway.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a practical storage attic (bergzolder), a cellar (kelder) used for storage, and a utility room (bijkeuken) for storage.
Garage
The listing mentions parking on a driveway (oprit) but does not mention a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage mentioned in the listing.
Double Garage
There is no garage mentioned in the listing.
Attic
The listing has a section explicitly titled 'Zolder' (Attic) describing a practical storage attic.
Cellar
The listing has a section explicitly titled 'Kelder' (Cellar) describing a handy cellar with storage space.
Covered Parking
The parking is on a driveway (oprit) with no mention of a carport or roof covering the vehicles.
Underground Parking
The listing describes a ground-level driveway, with no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
The listing explicitly states 'Laadpaal aanwezig' (Charging station present) on the property.
Workshop
There is no mention of a workshop in the listing.
Shed
While there is a utility room (bijkeuken) and storage spaces, a separate shed (schuur) is not mentioned.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking is on private property included with the house, so there is no monthly rental price for a parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking is part of the property and not sold as a separate spot with an individual price.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (freehold) and 'eigen grond' (own land).
Other Rules
The listing only mentions an age clause ('ouderdomsclausule') in the purchase agreement and a planned 30 km/h zone for the street, but no specific property rules.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 1938 corner house with three living floors, an attic, and a basement. No elevator is mentioned, and this is typical for a standalone family home of this era.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned. This is a single-family house rather than an apartment building, so an intercom would be unusual.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the listing or features.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing describes a single-family corner house with its own entrance at the side wall leading to a vestibule and central hall. It has its own driveway and parking on the property.
Automatic Gate
While there is a driveway and parking for two cars on the property, no automatic gate is mentioned.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the listing.
Gated Community
This is a standalone corner house on a public street (Burgemeester Knappertlaan) in a residential neighborhood, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
This is a 1938 multi-story house with three living floors plus basement and attic. The listing mentions 'markante trapopgang' (notable staircase) and there are no mentions of ramps, elevator, or adapted bathrooms. The property has multiple level changes making it unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing mentions a dedicated 'praktische wasruimte' (laundry room) on the second floor, which strongly implies the presence of connections.
Laundry Room
The description explicitly states: 'Daarnaast bevindt zich op deze verdieping een praktische wasruimte.'
Fibre Internet
Listed under 'Voorzieningen' (facilities) as 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Water Softener
Not mentioned and highly uncommon as a standard feature in Dutch 1930s homes.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Listed under 'Voorzieningen' (Facilities) in the property features.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Geheel voorzien van dubbele beglazing' (Fully equipped with double glazing) and lists 'dubbel glas' under Insulation.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions double glazing but does not mention triple glazing.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'Dakisolatie' (Roof insulation) under the Isolatie (Insulation) section.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a 'gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) for heating and hot water, rather than a heat pump.
Home Battery
No home battery or energy storage system is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features partial underfloor heating (gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming) which can be energy efficient, and external sun blinds (markies) on the ground floor and first floor front to reduce solar heat gain and lower cooling costs.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.