Overschie, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Châlonsstraat sits in Overschie, a village-like pocket within Rotterdam. Built in 1929, it has 84 m² of living space and an E energy label, so heating costs will be something to factor in. At €265,000, the asking price is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €426,107, a keen entry point for a buyer who values original character. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and condition.
Overschie feels more like a small town than a city district, with a strong sense of neighbourly support. Based on one review, a resident highlights: "Overschie stirs something. You see more attention for people on a tight budget." They describe volunteers cooking 100 meals weekly for lonely elderly people, a jumble sale every Tuesday, and a second-hand shop on Thursdays. The neighbourhood has 6,695 residents, with a mix of families and singles, and 63% of homes are owner-occupied. Learn more about Overschie.
For groceries, PLUS is just around the corner, and Dirk is a five-minute walk away. Two primary schools are within easy reach: CBS De Regenboog is on your doorstep, and Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is a ten-minute walk. The nearest park or public garden is a couple of streets away, perfect for a quick breather. Overschie itself has a small-town feel, with a restaurant and a GP practice both within walking distance. Discover more about the municipality Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including VENK makelaars taxateurs.
Details of this home
Châlonsstraat 1, Rotterdam
Good · 1 resident
I help Bibi Fazal from the Welschenflats. She tries to give people with a small budget little groceries that residents of Overschie donate. She selflessly offers help with clothing, organises things, and sometimes cooks. Makes Christmas and Easter more fun and works together with Plus, Zeeman, the Protestant church, etc. The help is small-scale but more and more people join in. I think that's a boost. And HWD every Tuesday jumble sale and singers performing and working together with other parties that do something social for the elderly and young people. Thea and Chris cook 100 meals every week for lonely vulnerable elderly people on Tuesdays, free of charge. And recently second-hand clothing and bric-a-brac knick-knacks on Thursday in a little shop at Ameide Street, 10 to 2. So many good initiatives done through cooperation by volunteers. Top people. And the volunteers of Schoon en Heel Roelland, from the board and Leefbaar, who focus on what can be improved.
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Data from Overschie
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About Châlonsstraat 1, Rotterdam
The asking price is €265,000, which is 38% below the average asking price in Overschie (€426,107). However, the apartment has an E energy label and dates from 1929, so it may need some updating. The price per m² works out at about €3,155, compared to the neighbourhood average of €4,283 per m². It's a relatively affordable option in the area.
Overschie has a strong community feel, with many volunteer initiatives. One resident describes it as a place where people look out for each other, with free meals for the elderly and a weekly jumble sale. The area has a mix of families and singles, and 63% of homes are owner-occupied. It's less urban than central Rotterdam, with a village-like atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 3.3 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a bike, bus or car to reach it. The area is better suited for those who rely on local amenities or have their own transport.
PLUS is just 470 metres away, so you can walk there in about five minutes. Dirk is 885 metres away (a ten-minute walk), and Lidl is just over a kilometre. For daily shopping, you have good options within easy reach.
CBS De Regenboog primary school is only 168 metres away, ideal for young families. Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is 821 metres away, and there are several other primary schools within a kilometre or two. Secondary schools are further away, at about 3.2 km.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. The building dates from 1929, so insulation may be limited. It's worth considering potential improvements.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Overschie
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