Spangen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1935 apartment on Balkenstraat 23B in Spangen, Rotterdam, has an energy label C and 91 m² of living space. The asking price of €475,000 is 35% above the neighbourhood average of €352,444, which puts it on the high side compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Spangen is a lively, diverse neighbourhood with over 10,000 residents. One resident says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another notes: "It's a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.25 out of 10. The area has a mix of households, with many families and singles. The neighbourhood Spangen is densely urban, with an address density of 4,957 per km².
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Mariaschool Taandersplein and De Korf Montessori. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of amenities, with a park or garden just a couple of streets away and a restaurant on your doorstep.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Delfshaven Makelaardij, Blijdorp Makelaardij, and Funda.
Details of this home
Balkenstraat 23B, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Rotterdam West my whole life. Since 2013 I've been living in Spangen with my children. We really enjoy living here. I have a nice house with a large garden and I have nice neighbours. What I do find a shame is the amount of litter and rubbish and large groups of youngsters on the playgrounds for the children with scooters and fatbikes who also leave all their rubbish behind and 'chase away' the children. There is a lot to do in the neighbourhood for children and the metro/tram station is within walking distance. There should be more greenery and more facilities for older youth. More bins on the street instead of just waste containers.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived my whole life (45 years) in Rotterdam West and wouldn't want to leave. Personally, I've had no negative experiences in the neighbourhood. Of course, the area was worse in my youth, but even then I had a good time. It's better now, but I do notice that a lot is deteriorating again. In terms of litter on the streets and young people looking for trouble. That's a shame, because it's so nice here. There should be more greenery and more neighbourhood watch, and I think more facilities for young people. Because the neighbourhood and playground work hardly does anything anymore, there's too little for young people aged about 12 to 20 to do, and they end up hanging around and doing silly things out of boredom. A kind of community centre or youth club where they can 'hang out' and do things together could provide a solution. For the younger children, there's plenty to do here, but the mess left by the older youth is not nice. Otherwise, I'm very satisfied here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Spangen neighbourhood in Rotterdam is known for its rich history, with iconic buildings such as the Justus van Effenblok, and the area has undergone a mix of cultural diversity and urban renewal. In recent years, the area has received much attention for improvements in liveability and safety, making it a dynamic and developing neighbourhood.
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About Balkenstraat 23B, Rotterdam
The asking price of €475,000 is 35% above the average asking price in Spangen (€352,444) and also above the median of €365,000. However, this apartment is larger than average (91 m² vs 88 m²) and has a pre-war character. Whether it is fair depends on your budget and how much you value the specific features.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. In Spangen, 40% of homes have label A, 16.7% label B, and 23.3% label C. A C label means moderate energy efficiency; heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. The neighbourhood has good tram and metro connections within walking distance, as noted by residents.
Spangen has many families with children (1,725 households with kids) and several primary schools within a few streets' walk. Residents appreciate the community feel but mention litter and nuisance from groups of youngsters on scooters. Overall, it is a family-friendly area with good facilities.
There are currently 36 homes for sale in Spangen, with an average asking price of €352,444 and an average size of 88 m². The market is active: 103 homes were sold recently, with an average selling price of €341,476 and an average time on market of 57 days.
In the most recent data, there were 640 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. This is a relatively high number for a neighbourhood of this size, but residents in reviews mention that they feel safe overall, with one saying they 'almost never had any problems' in 12 years.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Spangen
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