A spacious pre-war apartment in Blijdorp
This 130 m² apartment on Boreelstraat in Blijdorp offers a generous floor plan that stands out in the neighbourhood. Built in 1937, it has the character you'd expect from a pre-war home, with high ceilings and large rooms. The last known asking price of €500,000 was on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the size was well above the norm, 35% larger than the typical apartment in Blijdorp. For context, see apartments in Rotterdam. This home has not been online since 5 October 2026.
The Blijdorp neighbourhood
Blijdorp is a quiet, green part of Rotterdam with a strong sense of community. Based on five resident reviews, people appreciate the mix of ages and the fact that neighbours still greet each other. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another describes it as "cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are nearby, and the metro provides good public transport links. The area has a high address density (over 5000 addresses per km²), so it feels very urban, yet the park is just a couple of streets away. Find out more about the Blijdorp neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Dirk and a PLUS are within a five-minute walk. For secondary education, several schools are a couple of streets away, including Wolfert Tweetalig and SGM Montessori Lyceum Rotterdam. The Vroesenpark was on your doorstep, perfect for a morning jog or an evening stroll. Restaurants and bars are also close by, so you can grab a bite without going far. Learn more about the municipality of Rotterdam.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Woonvisie Makelaars.
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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.
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About Boreelstraat 4B, Rotterdam
Was €500,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €500,000 was above the neighbourhood average of €480,364 and the median of €452,500. However, this apartment is 130 m², which is 35% larger than the typical 96 m² in Blijdorp. The price per m² worked out to about €3,846, which was below the neighbourhood average of €5,190 per m². So while the total price was on the high side, you were getting significantly more space for your money.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is an official registration from EP-Online. Label D is in the middle of the scale, it is not the most efficient, but also not the least. Expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 42.5% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is fairly typical for the area.
How is public transport in Blijdorp?
The nearest metro station is about a ten-minute walk away, and the train station is 2.2 km from the apartment. Residents mention good public transport connections, including the metro.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Blijdorp has a mix of residents, with many singles (about 3360 one-person households) and some families with children (around 1025 households). The average household size is 1.7. There are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance, and the Vroesenpark offers green space for children to play. Reviews mention a quiet, safe atmosphere where neighbours look out for each other.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The floor area was 130 m², which was spacious, but the exact layout and number of bedrooms were not provided by the agent.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing did not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space. The Vroesenpark is just a couple of streets away for outdoor recreation.
What is the parking situation like?
Blijdorp is a dense urban area (address density over 5000 per km²), so street parking may be limited. Residents often rely on public transport or bicycles. You would need to check with the municipality for permit options.
