Buying a home in De Akkers, Schiedam.
De Akkers is where Schiedam's newer residential side actually feels comfortable—solid brick homes, mostly from the 1980s and 90s, sitting on streets wide enough that you're not parked bumper-to-bumper with your neighbours. You'll find young families and long-time locals here, not tourists. The neighborhood edges onto green space toward the Botleien, which means your morning walk doesn't have to start at the front gate. Close enough to Rotterdam (ten minutes by train) but far enough that your money stretches further on a down payment.
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What to consider when buying in De Akkers
Pros:
- Direct tram connection to Rotterdam Central via line 1; about 15 minutes to the city center.
- Proximity to the Maas riverfront; new cycling and walking paths along the water improve access to green space.
- Smaller, quieter residential area compared to central Rotterdam; mostly family homes and low-rise apartment blocks.
- Lower property prices than comparable neighborhoods in Rotterdam proper.
Cons:
- Limited local amenities; the main shopping and food options are concentrated on Lange Haven, a 10-minute walk away.
- Schiedam itself has a fading industrial character; fewer bars, restaurants, and cultural venues than you'd find in Rotterdam.
- The Nieuwe Maas separates you from the city center; crossing back over requires taking the tram or driving via the bridge at Vlaardingen.
- Noise from the A4 motorway is noticeable in the western sections of De Akkers.
- Historically working-class area; gentrification has been slower here than in other Rotterdam suburbs.
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Schiedam
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.78
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 148
- Residential burglary
- 1
- Theft
- 72
- Violence and threats
- 17
- Vandalism and public order
- 13
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
Finding a home in Schiedam
Choose homes in Schiedam that fit your needs and compare listings on practical points such as living area, layout and condition. Check whether each home works for your daily routine and budget.
Asking prices and sale prices in Schiedam
To judge whether the asking price is competitive, look at recent sales of homes with similar characteristics in Schiedam. Use the median sale price as context, not as the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Schiedam
Buying a home in Schiedam? The median sale price was around € 327,000 in the previous full quarter. As you compare homes, look at characteristics such as living area and condition alongside recent sales of similar properties.
Updated: September 2026