Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1937 apartment on Bisschopstraat sits in a quiet corner of Blijdorp, where neighbours still greet each other and the Vroesenpark is just around the corner. At 99 m² and with energy label D, it's a solid home with original character. The asking price of €425,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €467,000, but still below the median of €450,000. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size.
Blijdorp is a leafy, well-connected part of Rotterdam with a strong sense of community. Based on five reviews, residents appreciate the mix of ages and the friendly atmosphere. 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." The neighbourhood Blijdorp is home to many singles and couples, with a high proportion of pre-war housing (88%).
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Dominicus and OBS de Blijberg. The municipality Rotterdam offers excellent public transport, with a metro station nearby and a train station 2.2 km away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Bisschopstraat 19A02, 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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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 Bisschopstraat 19A02, Rotterdam
The asking price of €425,000 is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €467,000 and the median of €450,000. Given the 99 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €4,293, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,245 per m². So it's priced keenly for the area.
The energy label is D, which is typical for a pre-war apartment from 1937. In Blijdorp, 44.3% of homes have label D or lower, so this is in line with the neighbourhood. You can expect moderate energy costs, but improvements like double glazing could help.
Blijdorp has a mix of residents, with many singles and couples. About 18% of households have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The Vroesenpark is nearby, and the area feels safe and green. One resident notes it's a "quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other."
The nearest metro station is within walking distance, and the train station is 2.2 km away. The area is well-served by buses and trams, making it easy to reach the city centre and other parts of Rotterdam.
Currently, there are 139 apartments for sale in Blijdorp, with prices ranging from €275,000 to €1,750,000. The average floor area is 93 m², so this 99 m² apartment is slightly larger than average.
In the most recent data, there were 739 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. This is a moderate figure for an urban area, but residents generally describe the area as quiet and safe.
Yes, the Vroesenpark is just around the corner (0.2 km away), and Diergaarde Blijdorp (the zoo) is also nearby. Residents often mention the greenery as a highlight of the neighbourhood.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp