A quiet spot in Overschie
This ground-floor apartment on Geerkensstraat 26D sits on a quiet road in a residential part of Overschie, a district of Rotterdam. The home dates from 1932 and has an energy label C. With an asking price of €315,000, the price is 30% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €450,167. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,088, while this home is listed at €5,250 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its price relative to the local average.
The home itself
This benedenwoning (ground-floor apartment) has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 60 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 65 m². The home has a southwest-facing back garden of 58 m². It features double glazing and a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €17,600, which is a significant amount to factor into your budget.
The Overschie neighbourhood
Residents of the district of Overschie give their area an average score of 8.42, based on five reviews. One resident says: "A very nice neighbourhood. The airport is nearby, but you don't hear a thing. Zestienhovenpark is great for walking or jogging. Many families with children live here. There is a lot of greenery and you see many birds." Another resident notes: "Here in Overschie there's quite a lot to do and shops are within walking distance. Public transport is central here for young and old." The district has about 6,685 inhabitants, and 65% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the Overschie neighbourhood, the reviews paint a picture of a green, family-friendly area with some occasional noise from young people at night.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, with Dirk just around the corner and Lidl a couple of streets away. Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is a five-minute walk, and CBS De Regenboog is also within walking distance. The Overschiese Apotheek is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Jainandunsing in Rotterdam. Bus stops De Lugt and 2e Hogenbanweg are just around the corner, served by lines 13, 33 and 40. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, a ten-minute walk away. For more on the municipality of Rotterdam, this part of the city offers a good mix of local amenities and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €307,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 69%, from €182,000 to €307,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of properties in this area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Aan de Maas Makelaardij and Aan de Maas Makelaardij on Vastgoed Nederland.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Geerkensstraat 26D, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €315,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €307,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also 30% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €450,167. This comparison is based on the precomputed figures in the listing.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) with three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 60 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 65 m². There is a southwest-facing back garden of 58 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €17,600. This is a significant amount, so it is worth considering how it fits into your monthly costs. The fee is stated in the listing, and no further details about what it covers are provided.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the home, only its energy performance. For a more precise estimate of energy costs, you would need to look at the actual usage.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1932, which is before 1970, a factor that is noted in the risk data.
What is the noise situation around this home?
The noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, just 106 metres away. Dirk is 365 metres away, and Lidl is 580 metres away. Albert Heijn is 1,465 metres away and Jumbo is 1,722 metres away. These distances are straight-line distances from the home.
What schools are within walking distance?
Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is 359 metres away, a five-minute walk. CBS De Regenboog is 466 metres away, and Albert Schweitzer is 541 metres away. These are all primary schools. For secondary education, the nearest is Passer College Hoornweg at 662 metres, which is a special secondary school.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is De Lugt, 213 metres away, served by lines 13, 33 and 40. The 2e Hogenbanweg stop is 280 metres away with lines 13, 32, 33 and 40. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, 2,104 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about Overschie?
Residents of the district of Overschie give their area an average score of 8.42, based on five reviews. One resident praises the greenery and the Zestienhovenpark, while another mentions the convenience of shops and public transport. Some residents note occasional noise from young people at night, but overall the reviews are positive.
