Well-Maintained Three-Room Apartment with West-Facing Balcony on the Sixth Floor
Key Features
Upsides
- Central location with excellent accessibility to highways A4 and A20, and public transport within a 5-minute walk including metro station Vijfsluizen.
- Free parking available directly in front of the complex, which is a notable advantage in an urban area.
- West-facing balcony with an awning allows enjoyment of afternoon and evening sun with shade options.
- Practical layout with two bedrooms, a modern bathroom, and a kitchen equipped with essential appliances including induction cooktop, dishwasher, and combination oven.
- Private storage unit in the basement and elevator access in the building add convenience for daily living.
Downsides
- Energy label D indicates limited energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs and will require future improvements.
- Leasehold (erfpacht) is only paid until 2031, with the contract running until 2057, meaning additional periodic payments will be required after 2031.
- Building dates from 1957 with age and asbestos clauses applicable, which may indicate potential maintenance concerns or limitations for renovations.
- Block heating system provides less individual control over heating compared to a personal boiler or heat pump.
- Monthly fixed costs are relatively high at 296.12 euros combined for VvE contribution and heating advance, on top of a 230,000 euro purchase price for 59 square meters.
Description
Located on the Vlaardingerdijk in Schiedam, this well-maintained three-room apartment presents itself as a practical and comfortable living space situated on the sixth floor of an apartment complex. The property is designed to accommodate various living requirements and offers a thoughtful layout that maximizes the available space of 59 square meters.
The apartment complex features a central closed entrance equipped with an intercom system and mailboxes. Residents have access to two elevators and a staircase leading to the upper floors. The basement level provides access to private storage units, one of which belongs to this particular apartment.
Upon entering the apartment through the front door, you arrive in a hallway that provides access to all rooms in the property. The meter cupboard is conveniently located in this entrance area. The hallway leads to the separate toilet room, which is finished in white and includes a small sink. Adjacent to the toilet is the modern bathroom, which features a vanity unit with washbasin, a walk-in shower, and connections for a washing machine and dryer.
The kitchen is situated at the front of the apartment and has been designed with practicality in mind. It is equipped with an induction cooktop, a combination oven and microwave, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator with three freezer drawers. A built-in cupboard in the kitchen provides additional storage space for groceries and household items. The hot water boiler, with a capacity of 80 liters, is also installed in this cupboard.
Opposite the kitchen, the first bedroom is located. This is a spacious room that offers the possibility of installing built-in wardrobes to create additional storage. The room has adequate natural light and can accommodate a standard double bed along with other bedroom furniture.
The living room forms the heart of the apartment and offers sufficient space for both a seating area and a dining table. Large windows ensure pleasant natural light throughout the day, creating an open and inviting atmosphere. The room connects seamlessly to the second bedroom, which features a sliding wardrobe for clothes and personal belongings.
From this second bedroom, you have access to the west-facing balcony. The balcony is equipped with an awning, allowing you to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun while having the option to create shade when desired. This outdoor space extends the living area and is suitable for placing a small table with chairs for outdoor dining or relaxation.
The apartment building was constructed in 1957 and has been maintained over the years. The property has double glazing for most windows, contributing to better insulation. Heating is provided through a block heating system, for which a monthly advance payment of 108 euros is required. The monthly Owners Association contribution amounts to 188.12 euros, which includes the building insurance and a reserve fund for future maintenance.
The location of this apartment is one of its notable features. The complex is situated very centrally in relation to the A4 and A20 highways, making it easily accessible by car. Public transportation options are excellent, with Vijfsluizen metro station and a bus stop on the Vlaardingerdijk both within a five-minute walk. The metro connection provides direct access to Rotterdam Central Station and Hoek van Holland Beach.
Parking is available on the public road directly in front of the complex and is free of charge. This is a significant advantage in an urban environment where paid parking is increasingly common.
The cities of Schiedam and Vlaardingen are both easily accessible by car or bicycle. The historic center of Schiedam offers a variety of amenities including shops, restaurants, a library, and cultural facilities. Notable attractions in Schiedam include the tallest windmills in the world, the Theater aan de Schie with 800 seats, the film house Wennekerpand, and the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam.
The apartment comes with a private storage unit in the basement of the complex. This space is ideal for storing bicycles, luggage, seasonal items, or other belongings that you do not need on a daily basis in the apartment.
It is important to note that the property is built on municipal leasehold land. The leasehold has been prepaid until July 1, 2031. The leasehold contract runs until June 30, 2057, which means that after 2031, periodic leasehold payments will need to be made until the contract expires.
The energy label of the property is D, which is consistent with the age of the building and the level of insulation. The presence of double glazing and the block heating system contribute to the energy performance of the apartment.
The active Owners Association ensures proper management of the building. There is an annual general meeting, a maintenance plan is in place, and the building is registered with the Chamber of Commerce. The reserve fund provides financial security for future maintenance and renovation projects.
Both an age clause and an asbestos clause apply to this property, which is standard for buildings from this construction period. A non-resident clause is also applicable, meaning the property is intended for owner-occupation rather than rental purposes.
The delivery of the apartment is by mutual agreement, allowing flexibility for both the buyer and seller to arrange a suitable transfer date.
With its practical layout, central location, and the presence of desirable features such as a balcony, private storage, and free parking, this apartment presents itself as a suitable home for various buyers, particularly those entering the property market for the first time.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
A bathtub is not mentioned in the description or features list, which typically highlights 'inloopdouche' instead.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located in the hallway ('In de hal is ook... de badkamer aanwezig'), not directly accessible from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separaat toilet' (separate toilet) in the hall.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom or toilet descriptions.
Double Shower
Only a single 'inloopdouche' is mentioned.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom, not shared housing.
Shared Toilet
The toilet is part of the private apartment ('separaat toilet' refers to separate from the bathroom within the unit).
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubiel' (singular vanity unit), not double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly mentions a balcony with sunshade facing west, and features section confirms 'Balkon aanwezig'
Rear Garden
This is a 6th floor apartment, no garden mentioned anywhere in the listing
Front Garden
This is a 6th floor apartment with no front garden mentioned
Side Garden
This is a 6th floor apartment, no side garden mentioned
Terrace
Outdoor space is specifically described as a balcony, not a terrace
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace mentioned in the listing
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in the listing
Fenced Yard
This is a 6th floor apartment with no yard
Patio
No patio mentioned, outdoor space is a balcony
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing
Guest House
No guest house mentioned, this is a 59m² apartment
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned, this is an apartment
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities mentioned
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned in the listing
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned in the listing
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned in the listing
Remarkable Mountain View
Netherlands has no mountains, and the listing is in Schiedam
Remarkable City View
6th floor with 'vrij uitzicht' (unobstructed view) in urban Schiedam area near Rotterdam, but not described as remarkable
Remarkable Garden View
6th floor apartment with no garden view mentioned
Remarkable Sea View
Schiedam is inland, no sea view mentioned
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned in the listing
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark views mentioned, though nearby historic windmills exist in Schiedam center
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Central Heating
Explicitly stated 'Verwarming middels blokverwarming' (block heating), which is a form of centralized heating for the building.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing. Typical for a 1957 apartment.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned and building uses block heating system, making underfloor heating unlikely.
Walk In Closet
There is a 'schuifwandkast' (sliding wardrobe) and 'inbouwkast' (built-in closet) mentioned, but no walk-in closet.
Home Office
No home office mentioned. The apartment has 3 rooms (2 bedrooms) with no dedicated office space.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned. It's a 6th floor apartment with regular windows.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. It's a 1957 concrete/brick apartment building.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned. There are 'grote raampartijen' (large windows) but no bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
No private indoor pool mentioned. This is a standard 59m2 apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private indoor sauna mentioned.
Built-In Wardrobes
Explicitly mentions 'schuifwandkast' (sliding wardrobe) in the second bedroom and 'vaste inbouwkast' (fixed built-in closet) in the kitchen area suitable for storage.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. It's a 1957 apartment described as practically laid out.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned. The description focuses on practical layout and well-maintained condition.
Modern
The bathroom is described as 'moderne badkamer' (modern bathroom) and has in-loop shower, but it's a 1957 building with block heating.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned. It's a standard residential gallery flat from 1957.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned in the listing.
Classic
Building from 1957 with some traditional elements, but has been updated with modern bathroom and kitchen appliances.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1957, post-war period. Nearby historic center mentioned but not the building itself
Early 20th Century
Built in 1957, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century (jaren-30 style)
Post War Functional
Built in 1957, exactly the post-war reconstruction period when functional mass-produced housing was built for population growth
Modernist
1957 building with renovated interior but the architectural style is not described as modernist
Newly Build
Built in 1957, clearly not newly built
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen description
Oven
Listing explicitly mentions 'combi-oven/-magnetron'
Microwave
Listing explicitly mentions 'combi-oven/-magnetron' which includes microwave functionality
Refrigerator
Listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast met 3 laden vriezer'
Freezer
Listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast met 3 laden vriezer' with 3 freezer drawers
Kitchen Island
Layout description indicates kitchen is at the front of apartment with bedroom opposite, no island mentioned
Open Plan Kitchen
Description states kitchen is at front of apartment with bedroom opposite, and living room is a separate space accessed from hall
Pantry
Listing mentions 'vaste inbouwkast aanwezig geschikt voor voorraad' which is a pantry/storage closet
Stove
Listing explicitly mentions 'inductie kookplaat' which is a type of stove
Induction Stove
Listing explicitly states 'inductie kookplaat'
Build In Coffee Maker
No mention of a built-in coffee maker; such a feature would typically be highlighted in the listing
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap such as Quooker; would typically be highlighted if present
Downdraft Extractor
No mention of downdraft extractor in the kitchen description
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared space
Design Kitchen
Kitchen described as 'praktisch ingericht' (practically arranged) not as a design kitchen; 1957 building with standard finish
New Kitchen
Building is from 1957, kitchen described as 'verzorgd' (well-maintained) rather than new or renovated
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing states 'vrij parkeren' and 'ruim voldoende openbaar parkeren voor de deur en gratis'. Features section confirms 'Openbaar parkeren'.
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions 'eigen berging op de begane grond' and 'Privé berging in de onderbouw' with 5m² external storage space.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, so no double garage.
Attic
This is a 6th floor gallery flat apartment from 1957. No attic is mentioned or expected for this property type.
Cellar
The storage is in the 'onderbouw' but is specifically called a 'berging' (storage box), not a cellar. No cellar mentioned.
Bike Storage
The storage room is described as 'Ideaal voor het opbergen van fietsen' (ideal for storing bicycles).
Covered Parking
Parking is described as 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) with no mention of covered facilities.
Underground Parking
The basement ('onderbouw') only contains storage boxes, not parking spaces.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned or implied in the listing.
Shed
The 'berging' is a storage box in the basement, not a standalone shed. Features section lists 'Schuur/berging' as 'Box' type, indicating it's an enclosed storage unit rather than a shed.
Street Parking Free
Listing explicitly states 'gratis parkeren voor de deur' and 'vrij parkeren rondom het complex'.
Street Parking Permit
Since parking is free without restrictions, no permit is required.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No mention of renting a parking spot in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No mention of purchasing a parking spot in the listing.
Rules
Short Term Rentals Allowed
The listing explicitly states 'Niet-bewonersclausule is van toepassing' (Non-occupancy clause applies), which prohibits renting out the property.
Long Term Rentals Allowed
The listing explicitly states 'Niet-bewonersclausule is van toepassing' (Non-occupancy clause applies), which prohibits renting out the property.
Owners Association
The listing mentions an active VvE (Owners Association) with a monthly contribution of €188.12.
Leasehold
The listing specifies 'Erfpacht: Afgekocht tot 01-07-2031' and lists the ownership situation as 'Gemeentelijke erfpacht' (Municipal leasehold).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the features section states 'Inschrijving KvK Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist in the features section states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja' (Annual meeting Yes).
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage Ja (€ 188,12 per maand)' (Periodic contribution Yes).
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist states 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja' (Reserve fund present Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist states 'Onderhoudsplan Ja' (Maintenance plan Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering Ja' (Buildings insurance Yes).
Other Rules
The listing states that 'Ouderdoms- en asbestclausule van toepassing' (Age and asbestos clauses apply) are in effect.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states the complex has a lift, and the central entrance has 2 lifts.
Intercom
The listing mentions a 'bellentableau' in the central entrance, which typically functions as an intercom system.
Private Entrance
The property uses a 'centraal afgesloten entree' (shared central locked entrance), not a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property is a standard apartment building with a central entrance and public parking, with no mention of a gate.
Gated Community
The description notes free public parking in front of the door and a central entrance, indicating it is not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the 6th floor but has lift access. However, it was built in 1957 with a 'practical layout', and there are no specific mentions of accessibility features like threshold-free access, widened doors, or adapted bathrooms.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Only a 'witgoed aansluiting' (laundry connection) is mentioned in the bathroom, which typically implies the machine itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there is a 'witgoed aansluiting' (laundry connection) in the modern bathroom.
Laundry Room
There is no separate laundry room mentioned; the laundry connection is located in the bathroom.
Dryer
No dryer or specific dryer connection is mentioned in the listing.
High Speed Internet
The property is listed as having 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which inherently provides high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home technology, systems, or devices in the description.
Water Softener
Water softeners are highly unusual in Dutch apartments and are not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing description or features list.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Grotendeels voorzien van dubbele beglazing' (mostly double glazing) and lists 'Dubbel glas' under insulation.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing; the building is from 1957 and features mostly double glazing.
Heat Pump
The heating system is specified as 'blokverwarming' (district heating), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property uses district heating (blokverwarming) which is a centralized efficient heating system, and hot water is generated via an 80-liter electric boiler.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.