Graaf Balderikstraat 130
Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
A keenly priced apartment in the Oude Noorden
This apartment on Graaf Balderikstraat 130 sits in the Oude Noorden, a neighbourhood in Rotterdam Noord where residents describe a mix of nationalities and a strong sense of community. The asking price of €350,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €461,448, a difference of 24 percent. That puts it well below the average for apartments in Rotterdam, though the price per square metre of €5,469 is close to the neighbourhood norm.
The home itself
Built in 1981, this apartment has an energy label C. The living area is 64 square metres according to the BAG registration. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, bedrooms, or outdoor space.
A neighbourhood where people know each other
Residents give the Oude Noorden an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "This neighbourhood is a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte." Another adds: "We'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." A third resident is less positive, noting that "people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food." The neighbourhood counts around 17,250 inhabitants, with a large share of single-person households. For more context, see the Oude Noorden neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both just around the corner, and a pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Kindcentrum de Klimop primary school is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP is about a ten-minute walk. Tram stops Meent and Heer Bokelweg are just around the corner, served by lines 6 and 7, and line 4. Rotterdam Blaak train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €339,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 3 percent above that figure. The home is 33 percent smaller than the neighbourhood average of 95 square metres. As for address-level data, road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3 percent of properties in the area showing an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including vandeVijver Makelaardij.
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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 Graaf Balderikstraat 130, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €339,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €350,000 sits 3 percent above that figure. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the comparison is a factual reference point rather than a judgement on the price.
What is the price per square metre for this apartment?
Based on the BAG living area of 64 square metres, the price per square metre is €5,469. The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre is €5,506, so this apartment is priced close to that figure. The asking price itself is 24 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €461,448.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The apartment has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with the most efficient homes, but lower costs than homes with the least efficient labels. The label reflects the official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building.
What do residents say about living in the Oude Noorden?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on seven reviews. They describe a mix of nationalities, a strong sense of community, and people greeting each other in the street. Some mention that hygiene could be better, with litter on the streets. One resident notes the proximity to the Rotte river.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 27 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 3 percent of properties in this area have an elevated pile-rot risk. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both within a five-minute walk, with a Coop slightly further away. Kindcentrum de Klimop primary school is about a five-minute walk, and the Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are also within walking distance. For secondary education, Horeca Vakschool Rotterdam is nearby.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram stops Meent and Heer Bokelweg are just around the corner, served by lines 6 and 7, and line 4 respectively. Rotterdam Blaak train station is about a ten-minute walk away. The nearest pharmacy is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP is about a ten-minute walk.





