Boreelstraat 68
Blijdorp, Rotterdam
AreaA pre-war apartment in Blijdorp
This apartment on Boreelstraat 68 sits in Blijdorp, a neighbourhood where residents describe a quiet, green setting with the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. The home dates from 1937 and carries energy label D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With a living area of 75 square metres according to the BAG registration, the asking price of €500,000 works out at €6,667 per square metre. Compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, this price is on the high side. For context, there are currently 128 homes for sale in Blijdorp, including other apartments in Rotterdam.
The home itself
This listing does not include details about the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. What is known is that the apartment was built in 1937 and has an energy label of D. The living area is recorded as 75 square metres in the BAG registration. The asking price of €500,000 reflects that area, coming to €6,667 per square metre. No further specifications about the interior or installations are provided in the listing.
Life in Blijdorp
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed," adding that public transport and the Vroesenpark are nearby. Another describes it as a "cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people," mentioning the greenery, the park, and the zoo, plus good metro links and shops. A third review offers a different perspective, noting "many individuals, little sense of community." The neighbourhood counts about 10,420 residents, with a large share of single-person households. It is a very strongly urban area, with a high address density. For more context, you can read about the Blijdorp neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn and a Dirk also within a short walk. For secondary education, Wolfert Tweetalig is a couple of streets away, as are the SGM Montessori Lyceum and Wolfert College. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Blijdorp is just around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Blijdorp is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is close by: the Vroesenpark bus stop is on your doorstep with lines 33 and 40, and the van Aerssenlaan tram stop is just around the corner with lines 4 and 8. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. These are all part of the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the data. The address risk indications are also not provided in the listing, so there is no information about noise, foundation, or flooding risks for this location.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via Vogelenzang de Jong Makelaars.
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About Boreelstraat 68, Rotterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €500,000. Based on the BAG-registered living area of 75 square metres, that comes to €6,667 per square metre. Compared with the average asking price in Blijdorp, this price is on the high side. The neighbourhood average asking price is €467,996, and the average price per square metre in the area is €5,166.
What is known about the layout of this apartment?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The only property details given are the year of construction, 1937, and the energy label D. The living area is recorded as 75 square metres in the BAG registration. No further layout information is provided in the listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this apartment is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. For comparison, in the neighbourhood 53.4 percent of homes have an energy label of D or lower, while 1.5 percent have an A+ label.
What do residents say about living in Blijdorp?
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other, with the Vroesenpark and metro nearby. Another mentions the greenery, the zoo, and good shops and restaurants. A third review notes that there are many individuals and little sense of community.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 387 metres, which is just around the corner. A second Albert Heijn is at 405 metres, and a Dirk is at 473 metres. A PLUS is at 668 metres and a SPAR express at 745 metres. In total, there are 90 supermarkets within five kilometres of this address.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The Vroesenpark bus stop is at 110 metres, with lines 33 and 40. The van Aerssenlaan tram stop is at 190 metres, with lines 4 and 8. The Diergaarde Blijdorp bus stop is at 233 metres, also with lines 33 and 40. Rotterdam Centraal train station is at 1,053 metres, about a ten-minute walk away.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space or installations. The only details provided are the year of construction, 1937, the energy label D, and the living area of 75 square metres according to the BAG registration. No further property specifications are given in the listing.
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Blijdorp?
The asking price of €500,000 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €467,996. The median asking price in Blijdorp is €450,000, and prices range from €275,000 to €1,750,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,166, while this apartment works out at €6,667 per square metre based on the BAG area.
