1930s Ground Floor Apartment with Sunny Garden Near Schiedam's Oldest City Park

This ground floor apartment is situated on Lange Nieuwstraat in the city of Schiedam, specifically in the area known as De Plantage. The property is located in a protected urban area of Schiedam and benefits from a central position near the city center and the Maasboulevard. The apartment faces De Plantage, which holds the distinction of being the oldest city park in the Netherlands, providing residents with an immediate green view and recreational space right across the street.

The building dates back to approximately 1935, which places it firmly in the interwar period known for its characteristic architectural style. The apartment retains several original details from this era, most notably the authentic tiled entrance porch and the original solid wooden front door. These period features give the property a sense of history and character that is often sought after in the Dutch housing market. The entrance is directly accessible from the Lange Nieuwstraat through a covered and traditionally tiled portico that leads into a closed portal behind the original front door.

Inside, the layout follows a practical arrangement typical of apartments from this period. A long hallway connects the various rooms of the apartment. The total living area measures 55.8 square meters, which is distributed across the living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Additionally, there is a cellar measuring 8.2 square meters located at street level, which provides valuable storage space with conveniently placed shelving and also houses the electrical distribution board.

The bedroom is positioned on the northeast side of the apartment. This room features modern plastic window frames with double glazing, offering improved insulation compared to the original single-glazed windows that would have been installed when the building was constructed. The space is described as being large enough to accommodate a sizeable bed and wardrobe furniture, making it suitable for a single occupant or a couple.

The bathroom is located on the opposite side of the hallway from the bedroom. It is fully tiled and equipped with a built-in toilet with a water-saving flush mechanism, a vanity unit with washbasin, a narrow design radiator, and a walk-in shower. Ceiling spotlights provide illumination in this space. The presence of a walk-in shower rather than a bathtub is typical for apartments of this size and era when renovated.

The living room offers sufficient space for a large dining table, a cabinet, and a comfortably sized sofa. A notable feature of the living room is the sliding door that provides direct access to the rear garden. This connection between indoor and outdoor living space is particularly valuable during the warmer months.

The kitchen is separate from the living room, which is a layout preference for many buyers who prefer to keep cooking odors away from the living area. The kitchen provides adequate workspace and is fitted with a luxury mixer tap and various Whirlpool built-in appliances. These include a ceramic hob, an oven, a pull-out extractor hood, and a refrigerator-freezer combination. The kitchen also offers its own access to the garden, providing a secondary route to the outdoor space.

The rear garden is a significant feature of this property. It measures 51 square meters with dimensions of 9.85 meters in depth and 5.13 meters in width. The garden is oriented to the southwest, which means it receives plenty of sunlight during the afternoon and evening hours, making it an enjoyable outdoor space for relaxation, dining, or gardening. The listing describes the garden as large and quiet, with the property being completely sheltered, suggesting a degree of privacy that is not always available in urban ground floor apartments.

Heating throughout the apartment, including the kitchen and bathroom, is provided by a central heating system. The boiler is a Remeha gas-fired combination unit that was installed in 2023, which is relatively new and should provide reliable service for many years to come. The property is connected to natural gas, and hot water is also supplied via the central heating system.

The apartment is located on freehold land, which means there is no ground lease to pay. This is an important consideration for buyers as it affects the total cost of ownership and the value of the property. The monthly VvE contribution is 70 euros, which covers the shared costs of the building. However, the VvE checklist in the listing indicates some areas that may require attention: there is no annual meeting recorded, no periodic contribution noted, no reserve fund present, no maintenance plan in place, and no building insurance arranged through the VvE. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce. These factors should be carefully considered by potential buyers.

Parking is available on the public road, which means residents will need to obtain a parking permit from the municipality if required in this area.

The property has several connections for modern living, including fiber optic cable, natural ventilation, and TV cable. The windows feature double glazing, though the specific energy label is noted as not yet available at the time of listing.

Given the age of the building, the sale will include both an age clause and an asbestos clause in the purchase agreement. These are standard inclusions for properties of this vintage and serve to inform buyers that they cannot hold the seller liable for defects related to the age of the property or the potential presence of asbestos, which was commonly used in construction during the 1930s.

The asking price is 275,000 euros, which translates to approximately 4,911 euros per square meter of living space. This is a cost buyer transaction, meaning the buyer is responsible for the transfer tax and notary fees associated with the purchase. The property is available and can be transferred quickly by mutual agreement.