Bergpolder, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1933 apartment in Bergpolder has a lived-in feel and a floor area of 52 m². With a price of €269,500, it sits 31% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €390,956, a keen entry point for a home in this part of Rotterdam. For context, the apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one is on the affordable side.
Bergpolder is a mixed neighbourhood where gentrification is underway. One resident says: "Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people." Another notes: "Bergpolder has improved significantly in recent years... the location is ideal." But opinions differ: a third review describes it as an "unfriendly neighbourhood" with damp housing. Based on five reviews, the average score is 6.54. The area is densely built (5,956 addresses per km²) and mostly pre-war, with a high proportion of single-person households. For more, see the neighbourhood Bergpolder page.
For daily shopping, you have a PLUS just around the corner, an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and an Aldi within a five-minute walk. The Imelda primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam secondary school is also within walking distance. A park or garden is just around the corner, and a restaurant is equally close. The municipality Rotterdam offers all city amenities, though the nearest train station is a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Voorberg NVM Makelaars and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Bergpolderstraat 50A02, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, often many outings and organisations that are made here for children as well as for adults, good causes are achieved and good environment
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet living, though expensive, the Schieweg is often messy and there should be more benches in the neighbourhood. Here and there some green spots to enjoy nature. Supermarkets are a bit of a walk away, but there's a chip shop and a convenience store on every street corner. The Schieweg also has its own tram stop with frequent trams. Buses are scarce in the area.
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About Bergpolderstraat 50A02, Rotterdam
The asking price is 31% below the Bergpolder average of €390,956, but the apartment is also 37% smaller than the neighbourhood average (52 m² vs 83 m²). Given the pre-war construction and energy label D, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a compact flat in this area.
The energy label is D. That means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, heating costs will be moderate to high compared to a modern home. Many homes in Bergpolder (33.3%) have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
Bergpolder is a dense, pre-war neighbourhood with a mix of students, families, and older residents. Reviews are mixed: some praise the friendly atmosphere and improving amenities, while others mention damp housing and a lack of community. The area scores 6.54 out of 10 based on five reviews.
There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: PLUS, Albert Heijn, and Aldi. Primary school Imelda is just around the corner, and secondary schools like Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam and Montessori Mavo are within a five-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. Public transport within the city is readily available.
It is an apartment built in 1933, so it has pre-war character. The building is likely part of a complex typical for Bergpolder, with solid construction but possibly needing updates.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bergpolder