Bergpolder, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1933 apartment on De Kempenaerstraat is a generous size for the area. With 131 m² of living space, it's 58% larger than the neighbourhood average, which is rare in a street of mostly smaller flats. The energy label is C, so heating costs are moderate. At €425,000, the price is above the local median of €375,000, but given the extra space, it's in line with the market for apartments in Rotterdam.
Bergpolder is a mixed, inner-city neighbourhood where gentrification is underway. 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 "everything you need is within walking distance" and that the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the area a boost. A third review is less positive, calling the houses "damp and poor in winter" and the neighbourhood "unfriendly." The area is densely built, with mostly pre-war apartments and a young population, many in their twenties and thirties. For more context, see the neighbourhood Bergpolder.
For daily groceries, the PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including OBS de Blijberg and Dominicus, both a couple of streets away. Secondary schools are also nearby, with the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam a few minutes' walk. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Rotterdam, so you have all the city's amenities within reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including vandeVijver Makelaardij, Funda, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
De Kempenaerstraat 33B, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, often many outings and organisations that are made here for children as well as for adults, good causes are achieved and good environment
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet living, though expensive, the Schieweg is often messy and there should be more benches in the neighbourhood. Here and there some green spots to enjoy nature. Supermarkets are a bit of a walk away, but there's a chip shop and a convenience store on every street corner. The Schieweg also has its own tram stop with frequent trams. Buses are scarce in the area.
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About De Kempenaerstraat 33B, Rotterdam
The asking price is €425,000, which is above the neighbourhood median of €375,000 and the average of €390,956. However, this apartment is 131 m², while the average in Bergpolder is 83 m². So you're paying more, but you're getting significantly more space. The price per square metre works out at about €3,244, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,120 per m², so it's actually good value for the size.
The energy label is C. This means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but it's not the most modern. You can expect moderate energy bills. In Bergpolder, 42.3% of homes have label C, and 33.3% have a lower label (D or worse), so this is fairly typical for a pre-war apartment.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away. That's about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so you can easily reach Rotterdam Central or other parts of the city.
Reviews are mixed. One resident says they've met friendly people. Another notes a clear difference in lifestyle between old and new residents, but says everyone lives together harmoniously, though within their own bubble. A third review describes the neighbourhood as unfriendly. Overall, it's a diverse area with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The apartment is on the first floor (33B), so it likely has no private outdoor space. However, there are many beautiful inner gardens in the area that residents can enjoy, as noted in neighbourhood reviews.
With 131 m², it's a spacious apartment, but the layout is not specified. You would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for details.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bergpolder
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