A spacious apartment on Franselaan
This two-bedroom apartment on Franselaan in Oud Mathenesse offers 82 m² of living space with an A energy label, built in 1938. The last known rent of €1,795 was 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,196, but the floor area was 34% larger than the local norm of 61 m². Compared to other apartments in Rotterdam, the price per square metre was in line with the market. This home has not been online since 15 July 2026.
The Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood
Oud Mathenesse is a densely urban area with a mix of residents. Based on three reviews, opinions vary: one 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, "the neighbourhood is going downhill but as long as we feel safe we will stay." The area has many single-person households and a young population, with average incomes. For more context, see the Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood.
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 a five-minute walk, and Auris Hildernisseschool is similarly close. For secondary education, Experience College is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a park within a couple of streets away, and a train station is a ten-minute walk. These amenities are typical for the municipality of Rotterdam.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including VERRA Makelaars.
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About Franselaan 230B, Rotterdam
Was €1,795 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,795 was 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,196, but the apartment was also 34% larger than the average (82 m² vs 61 m²). The price per square metre worked out to about €21.90, which was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €19.22 per m². So you are paying a premium for the extra space and the A energy label.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oud Mathenesse is a very urban area with a high address density. Residents have mixed feelings: some have lived here for decades and feel safe, while others mention issues like broken paving stones and double-parked cars. The population is young, with many single-person households. There are several supermarkets and schools within walking distance.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of Rotterdam or further afield.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. The exact running costs depend on your usage, but label A was among the best.
Are there any supermarkets nearby?
Yes, Dirk is just 181 m away (a couple of streets), and Lidl is 391 m away. There is also an AH to go about 1 km away. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
What schools are in the area?
OBS Mathenesse primary school is 205 m away, and Auris Hildernisseschool (special education) is 228 m away. For secondary education, Experience College is 536 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How many sources was the listing available through?
The apartment was listed through four channels: VERRA Makelaars, Pararius, Vastgoed Nederland, and Funda. This gives you multiple ways to view the full details and arrange a viewing.
