De Esch, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Drinkwaterweg sits in De Esch, a green and quiet corner of Rotterdam. With 85 m² of living space and an energy label C, it's a solid home for anyone who wants a bit of peace without leaving the city. The asking price of €425,000 is right in line with the median for apartments in Rotterdam in this area.
De Esch is a small neighbourhood on the edge of the Kralingse Bos, with a surprisingly low-rise, green character. Most homes were built between 1990 and 2010, and the area is popular with couples and older residents. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a mix of ages and a high proportion of single-person households. The neighbourhood has a moderate urban density, so it feels calm but not isolated. Neighbourhood De Esch is known for its proximity to the park and the water.
For your morning bread, the PLUS is just around the corner, and the SPAR express is a couple of streets away. Basisschool de Esch is a five-minute walk, making the school run easy. There are several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The Kralingse Bos and its park are on your doorstep, perfect for a weekend stroll. The municipality Rotterdam offers all the city amenities, but here you're far enough from the bustle.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Lankhuijzen Makelaars.
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Drinkwaterweg 581, Rotterdam
Data from De Esch
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About Drinkwaterweg 581, Rotterdam
The asking price of €425,000 matches the median sale price in De Esch exactly. Recently sold apartments in the neighbourhood went for an average of €447,676, so this price is in line with the market. Given the 85 m² floor area and energy label C, it's a reasonable asking price.
De Esch is a quiet, green neighbourhood on the edge of Rotterdam, bordering the Kralingse Bos. It has a village-like feel with mostly low-rise buildings from the 1990s and 2000s. The population is diverse in age, with many singles and older residents. The area is moderately urban, so it's calm but still within reach of the city centre.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a short bus ride. This makes commuting to Rotterdam Centraal or other cities feasible, though you'll need a bike or bus for the last leg.
The closest supermarket is the PLUS at 744 m, just around the corner. The SPAR express is also nearby at 777 m. For a wider selection, Albert Heijn, Lidl, and Dirk are within a ten-minute walk or short cycle.
Energy label C means the apartment has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency. It's not the most modern, but it's far from the worst. You can expect moderate energy bills, though exact costs depend on usage. In De Esch, most homes have labels A or B, so C is slightly below average for the area.
Yes, Basisschool de Esch is 625 m away, a five-minute walk. Several other primary schools, like Agnes and De Gouden Griffel, are within a ten-minute walk. Secondary schools are further, at 2.4 km, so you'd need a bike or bus for older children.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Esch