A pre-war apartment in Spangen
This ground-floor apartment on Balkenstraat 24A sits in Spangen, a neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam. Built in 1935, the home has a classic pre-war character with a modern energy label B. The asking price of €449,500 is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €359,672. For context, there are currently 32 apartments for sale in Spangen, with an average price per square metre of €4,317. If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its size and outdoor space.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment spans three floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 92 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 85 m². The home has a south-facing back garden of 49 m² and a balcony. It is located on the ground floor and comes with floor insulation and a central heating boiler. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €178.50. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Spangen
Spangen is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where about 79% of homes were built before 1945. Residents give the area an average score of 7.25 out of 10, based on five reviews. 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. A third resident calls it "a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house." The neighbourhood has about 10,020 residents, and 43% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Spangen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Mariaschool Taandersplein is a five-minute walk, and the De Korf Montessori school is also within walking distance. The nearest GP is Hospice De Vier Vogels, about a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Aelbrechtskade is just around the corner. For public transport, the Mathenesserbrug tram stop is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 7 and 11, and the Allard Piersonstraat bus stop is a couple of streets away, served by line 32. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 2.2 km away. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a wide range of facilities, as you can see on the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €432,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 75%, from €247,000 to €432,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Riggeling & Dupree Makelaars Bodegraven, Huispedia, and Dupree Makelaars Rotterdam on Funda.
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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 24A, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €449,500 is 25% above the average asking price in Spangen, which is €359,672. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,317, while this home is listed at €4,886 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is that it is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 92 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 85 m². There is a south-facing back garden of 49 m² and a balcony. The home also has floor insulation and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €432,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 75%, from €247,000 in 2020 to €432,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows that road traffic noise is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 41 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 29 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 262 metres, which is just around the corner. A Lidl is at 330 metres, a couple of streets away. There are also a Dirk at 687 metres and a Jumbo at 838 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. In total, there are 90 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Spangen give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.25 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another resident mentions enjoying living here with her children, but notes litter and large groups of youngsters on playgrounds as a downside. A third resident calls it "a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house."
What public transport options are available?
The Mathenesserbrug tram stop is on your doorstep at 73 metres, served by lines 1, 7 and 11. The Allard Piersonstraat bus stop is at 305 metres, served by line 32, and the Beukelsweg bus stop is at 351 metres, served by lines 2, 9 and 38. Rotterdam Centraal train station is about 2.2 km away.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. The home also has floor insulation according to the agent. The energy label reflects the official registration, and the floor insulation is a feature listed by the agent. No further details on energy performance are stated in the listing.
Is there a garden or balcony?
Yes, the home has a south-facing back garden of 49 m² and a balcony, according to the agent. The garden is accessible from the ground-floor apartment. The outdoor space is a notable feature for an apartment in this area.
