Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1937 apartment on Doezastraat sits in a quiet corner of Blijdorp, where neighbours still greet each other on the street. With 96 m² and an energy label C, it's a solid home in a popular part of Rotterdam. The asking price of €475,000 is in line with the market, the average in the neighbourhood is €467,000, and apartments in Rotterdam typically sell for around €5,245 per m².
Blijdorp is a leafy, urban neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people. People still greet each other on the street here." The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are nearby, and the area scores a 7.55 out of 10 from five reviews. Most homes are pre-war (88%), and the neighbourhood Blijdorp has a mix of ages, with many singles and young professionals.
For your morning bread, Dirk and Albert Heijn are just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away. Primary school De Margriet is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools like Wolfert College are within a ten-minute walk. The Vroesenpark is on your doorstep for a run or a stroll. The municipality Rotterdam offers excellent public transport, with a metro station nearby and the train station 2.2 km away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Kettner NVM Makelaars and available through several channels.
Details of this home
Doezastraat 29A, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..
Auto-translated to English by AIit's a nice neighbourhood, right next to Vroesepark! In my opinion, there's not much to do for young people, for that you have to go to the city centre.
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About Doezastraat 29A, Rotterdam
The asking price of €475,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €467,000 and the median of €450,000. Given the 96 m² floor area, the price per m² comes to about €4,948, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,245 per m². So it's priced competitively for its size.
The apartment has energy label C. That means it's reasonably efficient, not the best, but far from the worst. In Blijdorp, 41.2% of homes have label C, and 44.3% have D or lower, so this home is in the middle of the pack. You can expect moderate energy costs.
Blijdorp has a mix of residents, with about 18% of households having children. There are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance, and the Vroesenpark is great for kids. Residents describe it as quiet and safe, with a friendly atmosphere.
The nearest metro station is within walking distance, and the train station is 2.2 km away. The neighbourhood has a very high address density (5,196 per km²), so bus and tram stops are plentiful. You can reach Rotterdam city centre in about 10 minutes by bike.
Parking in Blijdorp can be tight, as is common in pre-war neighbourhoods. Many streets have permit parking. The home does not include a garage or private parking, so you would need to rely on street parking or a permit.
Blijdorp recorded 739 total crimes in the latest data. That's moderate for a dense urban area. Residents mention it's a quiet neighbourhood where people look out for each other, which suggests a safe environment.
Yes, the Vroesenpark is just 0.2 km away, literally on your doorstep. It's a large park perfect for jogging, picnics, or walking the dog. Diergaarde Blijdorp (the zoo) is also nearby, adding to the green character of the area.
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