Belgischestraat 17B
Oud Mathenesse · 3028 TB Rotterdam
A compact apartment in Oud Mathenesse
This apartment on the Belgischestraat sits in Oud Mathenesse, a neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam. With the city's energy around you, this is urban living in a compact form. The last known asking price of €240,000 was on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Rotterdam, especially given the modest floor area. This home has not been online since 27 October 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1939, this apartment on the second floor has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 45 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 46 m². The home has a balcony, double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It was freehold ownership, with an HOA fee of €61 per month.
Life in Oud Mathenesse
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.42, based on seven reviews. One resident who has lived here since 1997 says: "I still feel safe we live here." Another notes the neighbourhood is deteriorating, mentioning glass on the streets and parking issues. The area has a high address density, typical of a very strongly urban setting. For a sense of what it's like day to day, the Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood has its own character shaped by long-term residents and newcomers alike.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Dirk is just around the corner, with Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, OBS Mathenesse, is a five-minute walk, and the GP practice is close by. Bus line 456 stops at Franselaan on your doorstep, and tram lines 1, 2, 3 and 11 are a couple of streets away at Hogenbanweg. Schiedam Centrum station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the facilities you'd expect from a major city.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was €165,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 45% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 88%, from €88,000 to €165,000. As for the area, road traffic noise is above the norm at 51 dB, while rail and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via Spindler Makelaars lid NVM on two channels.
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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 Belgischestraat 17B, Rotterdam
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price was €240,000. The average asking price for homes at the time for sale in Oud Mathenesse was €262,457, with a median of €250,000. The price per square metre here was €5,333 based on the agent's listed living area of 45 m², compared to a neighbourhood average of €4,203 per m².
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was 45 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 46 m². There is also a balcony.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was €165,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 45% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 88%, from €88,000 to €165,000.
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 1939, which is before 1970, a factor that is noted in the risk data.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
Dirk is the nearest supermarket, just around the corner at about 189 metres. Lidl is a couple of streets away at roughly 353 metres, and SPAR is about 923 metres away. In total, there are 70 supermarkets within five kilometres.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus line 456 stops at Rotterdam, Franselaan, about 183 metres away. Another stop at Franselaan serves bus lines 3 and 38. The Hogenbanweg stop, about 269 metres away, offers tram lines 1, 2, 3 and 11. Schiedam Centrum train station is approximately 842 metres away.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest school is Auris Hildernisseschool, a special education school about 236 metres away. OBS Mathenesse, a primary school, is roughly 386 metres away, and Basisschool de Peperklip is about 461 metres. There are 142 schools within five kilometres.
How do residents rate the Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.42 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One long-term resident says: "I still feel safe we live here." Another resident mentions the neighbourhood is deteriorating, citing glass on the streets and parking problems.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. The agent stated the home had double glazing and wall insulation. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the HOA fee for this apartment?
The HOA fee was €61 per month. This is a service charge for the shared parts of the building. The apartment is freehold ownership, meaning you own the property outright.
