Hillesluis, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Donkerslootstraat is a typical pre-war Rotterdam flat with a practical layout. At 51 m² it's compact, but the energy label C means it's reasonably efficient. The asking price of €245,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €296,582, making it a keenly priced option compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Hillesluis is a lively, diverse neighbourhood in Rotterdam-Zuid with a strong community feel. It's densely populated (over 12,000 residents) and very urban, with a high density of addresses. The area has a mix of families and singles, and the housing stock is mostly pre-war apartments. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its multicultural character and convenient amenities.
Daily errands are easy: Dirk is just around the corner for groceries, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For schools, Risala primary school is on your doorstep, and Bogermanschool is a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood has a park or green space within a couple of streets away, and several restaurants are just around the corner. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive public services and cultural amenities.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Huysvisie Rotterdam, Funda, and Pararius.
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Donkerslootstraat 89A, Rotterdam
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About Donkerslootstraat 89A, Rotterdam
The asking price is 17% below the average asking price in Hillesluis (€296,582) and also below the median of €275,000. Given the compact size (51 m²) and energy label C, it's priced keenly for the area. However, similar flats in the neighbourhood have sold for an average of €290,540, so the price reflects the smaller floor area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has basic insulation and double glazing in some places, but heating costs will be moderate. In Hillesluis, 30% of homes have label A, 10% label B, and 20% label C, so this flat is in line with the local stock.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Risala (228 m), Bogermanschool (263 m), and Christelijke Basisschool Willem van Oranje (415 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1 km away.
Currently, there are 55 homes for sale in Hillesluis, with prices ranging from €200,000 to €510,000. The average price per square metre is €3,875, so this flat at €4,804/m² is slightly above average per m², but the total price is below average due to its smaller size.
Hillesluis has a mix of households: about 40% are families with children, 21% are singles, and 20% are couples without children. The area has several playgrounds and parks within walking distance, and there are many primary schools nearby. It's a diverse, urban neighbourhood with a strong community feel.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hillesluis