A ground-floor apartment in Blijdorp
Blijdorp is a leafy, pre-war neighbourhood in the north of Rotterdam, where the streets are lined with 1930s brick and the Vroesenpark is just a stroll away. This ground-floor apartment on the Bisschopstraat sits on a quiet road in a residential area, with the buzz of the city never far off. The asking price is €425,000. For context, apartments in Rotterdam in this price range are not uncommon, but this one stands out for its garden and its position in a much-loved part of town.
The home itself
Built in 1933, this apartment spans one floor and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all within a living area of 72 m² according to the agent. The BAG registration lists the living area as 73 m², a small difference that the agent does not explain. The home has HR+ glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is sold as full ownership. Outside, there is a rear garden of 38 m² facing south, a rare find for a ground-floor flat in this part of Rotterdam. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €127.
Life in Blijdorp
Residents of the Blijdorp neighbourhood give it an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other, with the metro and Vroesenpark nearby. Another calls it cosy and green, praising the proximity of Diergaarde Blijdorp and the friendly street atmosphere. A third review is more reserved, noting that many residents live alone and that there is little sense of community. The neighbourhood counts roughly 10,000 inhabitants, and about half of all households are single-person households.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a PLUS supermarket just around the corner and another Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. Primary school Dominicus is just around the corner, and the Grafisch Lyceum for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Blijdorp is a couple of streets away, and the BENU Apotheek Blijdorp is just around the corner. Metro station Blijdorp is just around the corner, served by line E, and bus stops at Statenweg and Vroesenpark are a couple of streets away with lines 10, 13 and 8, 13. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, and the Franciscus Gasthuis hospital is a ten-minute walk in the other direction. All of this sits within the municipality of Rotterdam, a city known for its mix of urban energy and green pockets.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this apartment is €404,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 20%, from €336,000 to €404,000. As for the address itself, the area-level indications show that road traffic noise is above the norm at 53 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate data points to an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, with a low risk of river flooding now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through Voorberg NVM Makelaars. The listing has been active since 13 November 2026.
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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 Bisschopstraat 38B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €404,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 20%, from €336,000 in 2020 to €404,000 in 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 72 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home also has a rear garden of 38 m² facing south, which is a notable feature for a ground-floor flat. The volume of the home is 286 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this apartment is D. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, and a D label is in the middle of the scale. In practice, this means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount depends on your usage and the energy prices at the time. The home has HR+ glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent, which may help with efficiency, but the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the construction.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. This is based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1933 to be precise. It is important to note that this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The actual foundation condition can only be determined by a structural survey, which is not part of this data.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level data shows that road traffic noise at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and aircraft noise is 35 dB Lden, also below the norm. These figures come from the Atlas Leefomgeving and are indications at the address level, not measurements taken inside the home. The actual noise you experience may vary depending on the time of day and the building's insulation.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest is an Albert Heijn at 222 metres, which is just around the corner. A PLUS supermarket is at 423 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 740 metres. A Dirk is at 774 metres, and a SPAR express is at 820 metres. In total, there are 90 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you will never be short of options for your weekly shopping.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is well within reach. The nearest metro station is Blijdorp, at 240 metres, served by line E. There are also two bus stops nearby: Statenweg at 352 metres with lines 10 and 13, and Vroesenpark at 359 metres with lines 8 and 13. Rotterdam Centraal train station is 1.3 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct access to the city centre and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Blijdorp give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other, with the metro and Vroesenpark nearby. Another calls it cosy and green, with Diergaarde Blijdorp close by and a friendly street atmosphere. A third review notes that many residents live alone and that there is little sense of community. The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, so it is worth reading them all.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association (VvE) contribution for this apartment is €127. This fee is used for the maintenance of the shared parts of the building, such as the roof, the facade and the common areas. The fee is a fixed monthly cost that you should factor into your budget.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €5,903, based on the agent's listed living area of 72 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average asking price per square metre of €5,183, which is based on 154 homes currently for sale in Blijdorp. The difference reflects the specific features of this home, such as the garden and the ground-floor position, but the comparison is a factual one and does not imply a judgement.
