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Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 114 m² apartment on Gerard Scholtenstraat brings together period charm and a lively, multicultural street scene. Built in 1895 and with energy label C, it sits in one of Rotterdam's most talked-about neighbourhoods. At €795,000, the asking price is 62% above the neighbourhood average of €489,875, a clear reflection of its size and character. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one is at the upper end.
Oude Noorden is dense, diverse and unmistakably urban, with over 17,000 residents and an address density of 7,495 per km², it's one of the city's most vibrant pockets. Based on seven reviews, residents give it a 7.2. One says: "We know each other in this neighbourhood, a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte." Another: "Cosy and hip, people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other." A third notes: "The house is fine but people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food." Most households are singles (5,070), and the area has a young skew, 6,290 residents are 25,45.
Daily errands are easy: a Coop is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For school runs, Quadratum primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Prinses Julianaschool is a five-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam keeps the city running, and the Rotte river is a short stroll away for a breath of fresh air.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Baljon makelaars and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Gerard Scholtenstraat 35A, Rotterdam
Good · 7 residents
This neighbourhood is a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte
Auto-translated to English by AIWe've been living in this neighbourhood for 4 years now and it's fine, and people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other, only the hygiene could be better
Auto-translated to English by AIThe house is fine but people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food, and I've been living in a construction pit for over 2 years.
Auto-translated to English by AII find the neighbourhood rather one-sided in terms of residents
Auto-translated to English by AIIn this neighbourhood you'll find cosy pubs, sports clubs, schools, an abundance of shops, a choice of almost every supermarket (except Jumbo). In the last few years, more and more students have come to live in and around the Zwart Janstraat (shopping street). That creates a lively atmosphere and occasionally some noise from parties, but I certainly don't mind it. It's a mix of various ethnicities, everyone is helpful and greets each other. A few years ago, the neighbourhood was really a mess, it seems to have improved a bit now, but you can't call it clean. The Zwart Janstraat was a Formula 1 circuit, but the municipality put a stop to that with extremely high thresholds and confusing one-way streets. Occasionally, some cars still race through the side streets with an enormous racket. I wouldn't let children play outside alone quickly, especially after dusk. There are sometimes unpredictable (sometimes addicted) individuals roaming around, especially past the Noordsingel around those small sports fields. My bike was stolen last year when I wasn't looking. Likewise, some other, more valuable belongings of residents. So watch your belongings. Crooswijk borders the Oude Noorden; this neighbourhood is often in the news in mid-2023 with bomb threats. I haven't seen or heard this kind of crime here, so I can't confirm that. All in all, a vibrant neighbourhood where you won't get bored with everything you need nearby. But with a slight ghetto feel (3 out of 10), that's how I would describe it to give you an idea ;).
Auto-translated to English by AIVery noisy on the street at night, but there are also many parties in the houses. There should be more police patrols.
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Data from Oude Noorden
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About Gerard Scholtenstraat 35A, Rotterdam
The asking price is 62% above the neighbourhood average of €489,875, but this apartment is larger (114 m²) than the typical 98 m² in Oude Noorden. The average price per m² in the area is €5,668, so at roughly €6,974/m² it's on the high side. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the period features.
Oude Noorden is very urban and lively. A Coop is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk. The area is densely populated with a mix of nationalities, and residents mention that people know each other and help out. Some note that street hygiene could be better.
The home has energy label C, which is average for an older building. It means the property is reasonably efficient but not as economical as modern A-rated homes. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact amounts depend on usage.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle.
In a dense neighbourhood like Oude Noorden, street parking is common but can be competitive. Many residents rely on bicycles or public transport.
In Oude Noorden, sold homes took an average of 54 days to sell. That's a reasonable timeframe, suggesting a balanced market. This apartment's higher price may take a bit longer to find the right buyer.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden
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