Delfshaven, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Coolhaven sits in a lively part of Rotterdam, with the water just a couple of streets away. At 76 m² it's a manageable size, and the price of €350,000 is noticeably below the neighbourhood average, partly because it's smaller than many homes here. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size, so this one sits at the more affordable end.
Delfshaven is a dense, very strongly urban area with over 7,300 residents and a high proportion of single-person households. Two residents have shared their thoughts: one calls it a "decent neighbourhood but nothing special, nice to have a park nearby", while another says it's the "best fun neighbourhood!" and appreciates the cosy atmosphere from the school opposite. The area has a young feel, the largest age group is 25 to 45, and most homes are flats. Delfshaven is a neighbourhood where life happens on the street.
For groceries, you have a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn both just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Harbour IBSR Bilingual, is on your doorstep, and secondary schools like De Theaterhavo/vwo are a five-minute walk. A park or public garden is also just around the corner, giving you a green escape from the urban bustle. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of city amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Maarten Makelaardij. The energy label is D, which is less efficient than much of the current housing stock in the neighbourhood.
Details of this home
Coolhaven 226C, Rotterdam
Good · 2 residents
It's all fine but nothing special. There is some nuisance from youths, and often litter on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AII live in Coolhaven! Opposite a school, which is really nice because it always gives a cosy atmosphere and I don't really have much trouble with noise. I live in a studio and prefer neighbours and a green view; at first there was quite a lot of construction but now that has also decreased a lot.
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About Coolhaven 226C, Rotterdam
The asking price of €350,000 is 24% below the average asking price in Delfshaven (€461,878). However, this apartment is also smaller than average at 76 m² versus 107 m². The price per square metre works out at about €4,605, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €4,599. So it's priced competitively for its size.
The energy label is D. In Delfshaven, about 60% of homes for sale have a label of B or better, so this apartment is less efficient than average. You can expect higher energy costs compared to a more modern home, but the exact amount depends on usage and the specific installation.
Delfshaven is very popular with young adults: the largest age group is 25 to 45, and over half of households are single-person. The area is densely built and lively, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. One resident describes it as the "best fun neighbourhood!", though another notes some nuisance from youths and litter.
The nearest train station is 3.3 km away, so it's not within walking distance. However, the area is well served by trams and buses, the high address density (5,123 addresses per km²) means frequent stops. For longer journeys, Rotterdam Central is about 10 minutes by bike or tram.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. The primary school Harbour IBSR Bilingual is just 227 m away, and secondary schools like De Theaterhavo/vwo (415 m) and Middelland College (432 m) are a five-minute walk. There's also a special primary school, SBO De Vlinder, at 604 m.
In Delfshaven, there are currently 37 apartments for sale. The average time on market for sold homes is 75 days, which suggests a fairly active market. This apartment is priced below the median of €399,000, so it may attract interest.
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