A pre-war apartment in Oud Mathenesse
This two-bedroom apartment on the Franselaan dates from 1938 and has an energy label C. With 64 m² of living space, it's a compact home in a lively part of Rotterdam. The last known asking price of €277,000 was in line with the average for apartments in Rotterdam. This home has not been online since 8 July 2026.
The neighbourhood: Oud Mathenesse
Oud Mathenesse is a dense urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and post-war housing. It's home to many single-person households and young adults. Residents have mixed feelings: one says 'Still feel safe', while another notes 'Neighbourhood is deteriorating', mentioning issues like broken glass and double-parked cars. The neighbourhood Oud Mathenesse has a high crime rate, with 587 total offences recorded.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Dirk is just around the corner and Lidl is a couple of streets away. OBS Mathenesse primary school is also just around the corner, and there are several other schools within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive amenities, with a park or garden just a couple of streets away.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via D&S Makelaars.
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Frequently asked questions
About Franselaan 224C, Rotterdam
Was €277,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €277,000 was close to the average sale price in Oud Mathenesse (€266,824) and slightly above the median of €265,000. Given the 64 m² floor area, the price per m² (€4,328) was a bit higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,177, but the home was in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label C. This is a reasonable rating for a pre-war home; it means the property is moderately energy-efficient. In the neighbourhood, 27.3% of homes have label C, while 58.2% have a lower rating.
How safe is Oud Mathenesse?
Residents have mixed views. One long-term resident says 'Still feel safe', while another mentions 'Neighbourhood is deteriorating' with concerns about broken glass and parking issues. The neighbourhood recorded 587 total offences, which is relatively high. It's a busy urban area, so you may want to consider your own comfort level.
What public transport is nearby?
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk. The high address density (3,680 per km²) indicates excellent public transport coverage.
Are there supermarkets and schools within walking distance?
Yes, Dirk supermarket is just 193 m away, and Lidl is 403 m. For primary education, OBS Mathenesse is 193 m away, and there are several other schools within a 10-minute walk. A secondary school, Experience College, is about 522 m away.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Oud Mathenesse has 7,085 residents, with many single-person households (2,540) and a relatively young population: 40% are aged 25-45. Only 1% of homes are single-family, so it's predominantly apartments. The average household size is 1.7, reflecting a high proportion of singles and couples without children.
