A grand pre-war apartment in Middelland
This spacious benedenwoning on Graaf Florisstraat sits in Middelland, a lively neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam. With its mix of pre-war architecture and a diverse community, the area has a distinct character. The asking price of €789,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €493,677. That is partly because this home is much larger than the typical apartment here, with a living area of 144 m² against a neighbourhood average of 105 m². For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,132, while this home asks €5,479 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its size and central location.
A home with a garden and modern comforts
Built in 1919, this apartment spans two floors and offers five rooms, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed as 144 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 143 m². The home has a garden of 77 m² facing southeast, and it is located on the first living floor. According to the agent, the property features floor insulation, wall insulation, and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. With a volume of 513 m³, there is plenty of space. This is a home that combines pre-war charm with modern insulation.
Life in Middelland
Middelland is a neighbourhood where residents feel at home. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby. Very safe and comfortable." Another adds: "I live right in the middle of Middelland. It's a very good neighbourhood. There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.79 out of 10. The area has a high population density, with 11,820 inhabitants, and many single-person households (57%). The neighbourhood has a large share of pre-war housing, with 87.9% built before 1945. It is a place with a strong community feel, as one resident notes: "In this neighbourhood, they think of everyone and try to make everyone feel at home." For more on the area, see the Middelland neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport at your doorstep
Daily life here is convenient. A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, and an Aldi is a couple of streets away. For fresh produce, Ekoplaza is a ten-minute walk. Schools are close by, including Vrije School Rotterdam West (primary) and Het Lyceum Rotterdam (secondary), both within a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk KMD is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Middelland is just around the corner. Public transport is excellent: tram stop 1e Middellandstraat is on your doorstep with lines 1, 7, and 11, and bus stops Beukelsdijk and Rotterdam, Beukelsdijk are a couple of streets away with lines 2, 9, 38, 40, and 456. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Rotterdam. However, the address risk data provides area-level indications. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 1% of properties in the area having an elevated pile rot risk. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is medium, flood risk is low (both now and in 2050), and heat stress is medium now, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Max Makelaars B.V. and Max Makelaars B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Graaf Florisstraat 76B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Middelland?
The asking price of €789,000 is 60% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €493,677. The median asking price is €425,000. This home is larger than average, with 144 m² of living space compared to the neighbourhood average of 105 m², and the price per m² is €5,479, slightly above the average of €5,132. So it is on the high side, but the size explains part of the difference.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This benedenwoning has five rooms, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is 144 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration states 143 m². There is also a garden of 77 m² facing southeast. The home is located on the first living floor and has a volume of 513 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home has floor insulation, wall insulation, and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels, but the actual costs depend on usage.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for property taxes, and it may differ from the asking price. Since it is not provided, we cannot compare it to the asking price or comment on its development over the past five years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 27 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The home was built in 1919, and in the area, 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the climate risks for this location?
Area-level data indicates that pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are indications for the area, not a prediction for this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner at 165 metres, and an Aldi is 430 metres away. Albert Heijn is 734 metres, Ekoplaza is 766 metres, and SPAR express is 848 metres. So you have several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
There are several schools within a short walk. Vrije School Rotterdam West (primary) is 297 metres away, and Het Lyceum Rotterdam (secondary) is 279 metres. Rotterdam Designcollege (secondary) is 364 metres, and Marnix Gymnasium (secondary) is 373 metres. Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan (primary) is 401 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The tram stop 1e Middellandstraat is 200 metres away, with lines 1, 7, and 11. Bus stops Beukelsdijk and Rotterdam, Beukelsdijk are 258 and 275 metres away, with lines 456 and 2, 9, 38, 40 respectively. Rotterdam Centraal train station is 987 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Middelland?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.79 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby. Very safe and comfortable." Another says: "I live right in the middle of Middelland. It's a very good neighbourhood. There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone."
Is this home suitable for a family?
The home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a living area of 144 m² and a garden of 77 m². Whether it suits a family depends on your needs. The neighbourhood has schools nearby, and there are playgrounds, according to residents. The home itself offers space, but the number of bedrooms may be a consideration.
