Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment in the Oude Noorden has a lived-in feel, with a compact 45 m² floor plan that makes the most of every corner. The energy label C means reasonable efficiency, and the 1981 build gives it a solid, no-nonsense character. At €319,000, the asking price is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €489,875, which makes it a keen entry point into Rotterdam's housing market, especially when you consider the range of apartments in Rotterdam.
The Oude Noorden is a dense, lively patch of Rotterdam where 17,365 residents share a very urban setting (7,495 addresses per km²). It's a mix of ages and backgrounds, with many singles and young adults. Based on seven reviews, residents give it a 7.2 out of 10. One resident says: "We know each other in this neighbourhood, it's a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and we live close to the Rotte." Another notes: "We've been living here for 4 years and it's fine; people are there for each other with help when needed, and everyone knows each other." The neighbourhood Oude Noorden has a high proportion of pre-war housing (59%), and most homes are rentals, so owner-occupied apartments like this one stand out.
Daily errands are easy: Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For school runs, Kindcentrum de Klimop is a five-minute walk, and OBS Crooswijk is about the same distance. The municipality Rotterdam keeps the city well connected, with a train station a ten-minute walk away and plenty of restaurants within a couple of streets. The park or garden is a short stroll, so there's green space to balance the urban buzz.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Trust Real Estate and Funda. The agent has published full specs, so what you see is what you get.
Details of this home
Graaf Balderikstraat 76, 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 Graaf Balderikstraat 76, Rotterdam
The asking price is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €489,875, but the apartment is also 54% smaller than the average home in Oude Noorden (45 m² vs 98 m²). Given the compact size and energy label C, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a starter home in this popular area.
Oude Noorden is a very urban, multicultural area with a high density of addresses. Residents appreciate the community feel, people greet each other and help out. Some mention hygiene issues and ongoing construction. It's popular among young adults and singles, with a mix of nationalities.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
There are several schools within walking distance. Kindcentrum de Klimop (primary) is 479 m away, OBS Crooswijk (primary) is 531 m, and Horeca Vakschool Rotterdam (secondary) is 492 m. The area has over 200 schools within 5 km.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. It means the property has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but you can expect moderate energy costs. About 22% of homes in the neighbourhood have label C.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms, but with 45 m² it is likely a one- or two-bedroom apartment.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden
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