Gordelweg 205A03

The asking price of €500,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €469,014 and the median of €450,000. However, this apartment is larger than average (102 m² vs 93 m²), so the price per m² is roughly in line with the neighbourhood average of €5,211. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the size and the classic 1935 character.

The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has reasonable insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme. In Blijdorp, 42.4% of homes have label C, and 41% have D or lower, so this is a typical rating for the area.

Public transport is good. The nearest metro station is within walking distance, and the train station is 2.2 km away. Residents mention the metro as a key advantage.

Blijdorp has a mix of ages, but it's more popular with singles and couples, 32% of households are one-person, and only 18% have children. The area is quiet and green, with parks and schools nearby, so it can work for families, but it's not a typical family suburb.

In the past year, homes in Blijdorp sold on average after 44 days. That's a fairly typical timeframe for Rotterdam. The current supply is 147 homes for sale, so there is choice, but well-priced properties tend to sell within a couple of months.

The neighbourhood recorded 739 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate number for an urban area with over 10,000 residents. Residents describe the area as quiet and safe, with people greeting each other on the street.

Yes, the Vroesenpark is just 0.2 km away, a couple of streets from your doorstep. It's a large park popular with residents. Diergaarde Blijdorp zoo is also nearby, as mentioned in neighbourhood reviews.

In central Blijdorp, street parking is common but may require a permit. You would need to check with the municipality for specific arrangements.