Balkenstraat 16A
Spangen, Rotterdam
AreaA pre-war apartment in Spangen
This apartment on Balkenstraat 16A sits in Spangen, a neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam with a lively, local character. The home dates from 1935 and carries an energy label C. With a living area of 52 square metres, it is a compact home. The asking price of €295,000 is in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam sits at a different level than what you see here.
The home itself
The apartment has a living area of 52 square metres, according to the BAG registration. The listing does not provide further details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms. The home was built in 1935, which is typical for this part of Rotterdam. The energy label C gives an indication of the energy performance, though the listing does not specify which installations or insulation are present.
Life in Spangen
Spangen is a neighbourhood where residents tend to stay for a long time. One resident who has lived here for 12 years says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another resident, who has lived in Rotterdam West her whole life, says: "We really enjoy living here. I have a nice house with a large garden and I have nice neighbours." She does mention litter and large groups of youngsters on the playgrounds as a downside. Based on five reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.25. The neighbourhood has around 10,000 inhabitants, and about 27% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more background, you can read about the Spangen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Lidl is just around the corner. The Mariaschool Taandersplein is a couple of streets away, as is the De Korf Montessori school. The BENU Apotheek Aelbrechtskade is just around the corner, and the GP practice Hospice De Vier Vogels is a ten-minute walk. The Mathenesserbrug tram stop is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 7 and 11. Bus line 32 stops at Allard Piersonstraat, a couple of streets away. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 2.2 kilometres from the home. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a wide range of facilities, and you can find more about the municipality of Rotterdam on our site.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €261,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Regarding the address, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Makelaarsland.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Balkenstraat 16A, Rotterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price for the apartment on Balkenstraat 16A is €295,000. This is in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €376,867. The price per square metre, based on the BAG living area of 52 m², is €5,673.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €261,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1935, which is before 1970.
What is the noise situation around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The noise from rail traffic is 41 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and the noise from air traffic is 29 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The Albert Heijn is about 239 metres away, and the Lidl is about 353 metres away. A Dirk is at 703 metres and a Jumbo at 843 metres. There is also another Albert Heijn at about 901 metres.
Which schools are close to this home?
The Mariaschool Taandersplein is about 292 metres away, and De Korf Montessori is at about 411 metres. The Emmausschool is at 439 metres and OBS Kasteel Spangen at 440 metres. These are all primary schools.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The Mathenesserbrug tram stop is about 80 metres away, with lines 1, 7 and 11. Bus line 32 stops at Allard Piersonstraat at about 288 metres, and bus lines 2, 9 and 38 stop at Beukelsweg at about 333 metres. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 2.1 kilometres away.
How do residents rate the Spangen neighbourhood?
Based on five reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.25. One resident says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another resident mentions enjoying living there but notes litter and nuisance from youngsters on playgrounds as downsides.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is C. This label gives an indication of the energy performance of the home. The listing does not specify which specific insulation or heating installations are present.
How large is this apartment?
The living area is 52 square metres, according to the BAG registration. The listing does not state the number of rooms or bedrooms. The home was built in 1935.
