Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Franselaan in Rotterdam's Oud Mathenesse offers a generous 86 m² of living space, well above the neighbourhood average. Built in 1938 with energy label C, it's a solid home in a lively urban setting. The asking price of €343,500 is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €274,900, reflecting the larger floor area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size.
Oud Mathenesse is a densely populated area with a mix of ages and household types. Many residents live alone, and there's a significant population aged 25-45. Reviews are mixed: one long-term resident says, "Have lived here for 34 years, happy to live here," while another notes, "Lots of shards of glass lying on the street near a senior flat... Life-threatening situation in some places." A third adds, "I have lived here since 1997 and of course the neighbourhood is going downhill but as long as we feel safe we will stay." Based on seven reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 6.42 out of 10. For more details, see the Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Dirk is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick shop, you're well covered. OBS Mathenesse primary school is on your doorstep, and Basisschool de Peperklip is a five-minute walk. Secondary school Experience College is also within walking distance. The area is part of the municipality of Rotterdam, which offers extensive amenities and public transport connections.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including D&S Makelaars. The price is on the high side for the neighbourhood, but the extra space may justify it.
Details of this home
Franselaan 226C, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 7 residents
Lots of shards of glass lying on the street near a senior flat where many residents depend on a mobility scooter or wheelchair and are housebound if they get a flat tyre from riding over glass. Cars parked double, especially on Franselaan, or even crazier, parked diagonally on the pavement and cycle path to unload at a Polish supermarket. Speaking to the driver doesn't help because they only speak Polish, as it's a van or truck with Polish plates that keep doing this. Loose paving stones, especially on Franselaan; if you ride over them with a mobility scooter, you're terrified. Life-threatening situation in some places on that street, also for elderly people with limited mobility, because the tiles are simply not laid properly. The flat in the senior complex is excellent, certainly for someone with limited mobility who depends on aids.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 34 years, happy to live here
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived here since 1997 and of course the neighbourhood is going downhill but as long as we feel safe we will stay living here.
Auto-translated to English by AII think there is potential in this neighbourhood, there is a warm community but hygiene and aesthetics are really not nice and it is no longer a neighbourhood to live in. I wish more value was placed on the aesthetics of the houses, streets, environment and surroundings.
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Auto-translated to English by AII've lived there since I was 20 and as a girl living in that place is not nice, I've had to call the police more often because men wanted sex and shouted sexual things
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Data from Oud Mathenesse
70 within 5 km
148 within 5 km
About Franselaan 226C, Rotterdam
The asking price is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €274,900, but the apartment is also 26% larger than the typical 68 m². Per square metre, the price is in line with recent sales in the area. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space.
Oud Mathenesse is a dense, urban area with many single-person households and a young to middle-aged population. Reviews are mixed: some long-term residents feel safe and happy, while others mention litter, double parking, and loose paving stones. The neighbourhood scores 6.42 out of 10 from seven reviews.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk. This makes commuting by rail feasible, though you may want to cycle or take a bus for the last leg.
OBS Mathenesse primary school is just 199 m away, and Basisschool de Peperklip is 546 m. For secondary education, Experience College is 529 m. There are also special education options like Auris Hildernisseschool within walking distance.
Dirk is 187 m away, just around the corner, and Lidl is 397 m, a couple of streets away. For a wider selection, AH to go is about 1 km. Daily shopping is very convenient.
The neighbourhood recorded 587 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a dense urban area. Resident reviews mention safety concerns like glass on streets and double parking, but some long-term residents say they still feel safe. It's worth visiting at different times to get a feel.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war building. It means moderate energy efficiency: heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme. About 27% of homes in the neighbourhood have label C, while 58% have D or lower.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms. With 86 m², it could comfortably accommodate two or three bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud Mathenesse
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