Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Bentincklaan sits in a leafy pocket of Rotterdam where the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are just a couple of streets away. At 89 m² with an A energy label, it's a well-insulated home that keeps running costs low. The asking price of €389,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000, making it a keen entry into the local market for apartments in Rotterdam.
Blijdorp is a green, quiet neighbourhood with a mix of older and younger residents. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people. People still greet each other on the street here." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.55 out of 10. Most homes are pre-war (88%), and the area is densely populated with many singles and couples. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Blijdorp.
Your daily routine is well covered here. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away, and Dirk is just around the corner. Schools are close too: Wolfert Tweetalig is on your doorstep, and Marnix Gymnasium is a couple of streets away. The Vroesenpark is just around the corner for a run or a stroll, and the metro is nearby for getting into the city. For more on the wider area, check the municipality Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including VENK makelaars taxateurs.
Details of this home
Bentincklaan 386, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..
Auto-translated to English by AIit's a nice neighbourhood, right next to Vroesepark! In my opinion, there's not much to do for young people, for that you have to go to the city centre.
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About Bentincklaan 386, Rotterdam
The asking price of €389,000 is 17% below the average asking price in Blijdorp (€467,000) and also below the median of €450,000. Given the 89 m² floor area and A energy label, it represents good value compared to other apartments in the neighbourhood. However, the final sale price depends on demand and the condition of the home.
Blijdorp has 739 reported crimes per year for the entire neighbourhood, which has over 10,000 residents. Residents describe it as quiet and friendly, with people greeting each other on the street. The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby add to the pleasant atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The metro is closer and provides good connections to the city centre.
Several schools are within walking distance. Wolfert Tweetalig secondary school is just 36 metres away, and Marnix Gymnasium is 371 metres away. For primary education, Vereniging De Rotterdamse Montessorischool is 439 metres away.
Yes, energy label A is very efficient, meaning low heating and electricity costs. Only about 4.6% of homes in Blijdorp have label A or better, so this apartment is above average in energy performance.
Albert Heijn is 529 metres away (a five-minute walk), and Dirk is 593 metres away. There are also other options like SPAR express within 800 metres, so daily shopping is convenient.
There are currently 139 homes for sale in Blijdorp, with an average asking price of €467,000 and an average floor area of 93 m². Apartments like this one are common in the area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp