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Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Graaf Balderikstraat is a typical Rotterdam starter home: compact, practical and in a lively part of town. At €250,000, the asking price is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €489,875, which makes it a keen entry point into the market, especially given the 51 m² floor area is 48% smaller than the local norm. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size, so this one sits at the affordable end of the spectrum.
The Oude Noorden is a dense, multicultural area where people know each other. One resident says: "We know each other in this neighbourhood, it's a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte." Another adds: "We've been living here for 4 years now and it's fine; people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other." Based on seven reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.2 out of 10. The neighbourhood Oude Noorden is home to many singles and young households, with a high proportion of rental properties.
For daily errands, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Kindcentrum de Klimop and Waalse School. The Rotte river is a ten-minute walk away, offering a green escape from the urban bustle. The municipality Rotterdam provides all the usual city amenities, from restaurants to libraries, within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via RE/MAX.
Details of this home
Graaf Balderikstraat 116, 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
93 within 5 km
205 within 5 km
About Graaf Balderikstraat 116, Rotterdam
The asking price of €250,000 is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €489,875, but the apartment is also 48% smaller than the local average floor area. Given the compact size and energy label C, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a starter home in this part of Rotterdam.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home built in 1982. You can expect moderate energy costs, not as low as a modern A-label home, but not as high as an old uninsulated property. In the neighbourhood, about 22% of homes have label C, while 24% have a lower rating.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride.
There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, such as Kindcentrum de Klimop (444 m) and Waalse School (449 m). For secondary education, Horeca Vakschool Rotterdam is about 500 m away, and the nearest secondary school overall is 1.1 km from the home.
The neighbourhood has a total of 1,214 recorded crimes, which is relatively high for a dense urban area. However, residents mention that people look out for each other and the community feel is strong. One review notes that hygiene could be better, but overall safety is not a major concern according to the reviews.
The Oude Noorden has a mix of households: about 29% are families with children, while 58% are single-person households. The area is lively and multicultural, with many young adults. Schools and parks are within walking distance, making it suitable for families who enjoy city life.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden
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