Borgesiusstraat 87B
Bergpolder, Rotterdam
AreaA 1933 apartment with an A label
This apartment on Borgesiusstraat 87B sits in Bergpolder, a neighbourhood where old and new Rotterdam meet. With 83 square metres of living space and an energy label A, it combines pre-war character with modern efficiency. The last known rent of €1,495 was keen, sitting 39% below the neighbourhood average of €2,450, which made it a notable option among apartments in Rotterdam. This home has not been online since 29 September 2026.
Bergpolder through residents' eyes
Bergpolder is a neighbourhood in transition, and residents notice it. One resident says: "Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people." Another describes it as a "quiet neighbourhood with room for improvement," noting that "many apartments have been renovated" and that "everything you need is within walking distance." A third is less positive, mentioning damp houses and an unfriendly atmosphere. Based on three reviews, the picture is mixed: gentrification is underway, but the large stock of social rental homes keeps the mix diverse. The neighbourhood counts 8,245 residents, with 64% living alone and 55% aged between 25 and 45. The Bergpolder neighbourhood is densely built, with an address density of nearly 6,000 per square kilometre.
Daily life on Borgesiusstraat
For daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a couple of streets away. The Imelda primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Grafisch Lyceum for secondary education is similarly close. A park or garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is 2.2 kilometres away. The municipality of Rotterdam provides the urban backdrop, with a restaurant and childcare both within a few hundred metres.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via BenHousing.
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About Borgesiusstraat 87B, Rotterdam
Was €1,495 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,495 was 39% below the neighbourhood average of €2,450, based on 24 rental listings in Bergpolder. The average price per square metre in the area was €29.33, while this home worked out at about €18 per square metre. That puts it on the keen side compared with what is typically asked in the neighbourhood.
What does the energy label A mean for this home?
Energy label A is the most efficient label on the official scale, registered in the national EP-Online system. It indicated the home was expected to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and says nothing about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at 349 metres, just around the corner. Albert Heijn is at 409 metres and Aldi at 416 metres, both a couple of streets away. A SPAR express is at 506 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 664 metres, so daily groceries are within easy walking distance.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Imelda primary school is 312 metres away, a five-minute walk. The Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam for secondary education is at 389 metres, and the Dominicus primary school at 459 metres. OBS de Blijberg is slightly further at 475 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk of the home.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Bergpolder scores an average of 6.54 out of 10 across five reviews. One resident praises the friendly people, another notes the neighbourhood has improved significantly with renovated apartments and a good location. A third review is critical, mentioning damp houses and an unfriendly atmosphere. The reviews reflect a neighbourhood in transition with a diverse mix of residents.
What is the public transport situation?
The train station is 2.2 kilometres from the home. The neighbourhood has an address density of 5,956 per square kilometre, which indicates a very strong urban environment with frequent public transport options nearby.
