Bergpolder, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1933 apartment on Groen van Prinstererstraat sits in Bergpolder, a neighbourhood that has seen a lot of change in recent years. At 97 m² with an E label, it's a solid home that could use some modernisation. The asking price of €595,000 is 51% above the neighbourhood average of €393,873, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Bergpolder is a mixed area where old and new residents live side by side. One resident says: "Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people." Another notes: "Bergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal." A third review is less positive: "Unfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 6.54 out of 10. The area is very urban, with a high address density, and most homes are pre-war. For more context, see the Bergpolder neighbourhood.
For your daily shopping, a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Dominicus and OBS de Blijberg. A GP is on your doorstep, and a park or garden is just around the corner. The area is well served by restaurants and other amenities, all within the municipality of Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via NVM Makelaarskantoor G. Kok.
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Groen van Prinstererstraat 105B, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, often many outings and organisations that are made here for children as well as for adults, good causes are achieved and good environment
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet living, though expensive, the Schieweg is often messy and there should be more benches in the neighbourhood. Here and there some green spots to enjoy nature. Supermarkets are a bit of a walk away, but there's a chip shop and a convenience store on every street corner. The Schieweg also has its own tram stop with frequent trams. Buses are scarce in the area.
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About Groen van Prinstererstraat 105B, Rotterdam
The asking price is 51% above the neighbourhood average of €393,873, so it's on the high side. However, this apartment is larger than the average (97 m² vs 85 m²) and is in a pre-war building with character. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the location and the potential for renovation.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. Many homes in Bergpolder have older labels, so this is not unusual for the area.
Bergpolder is a diverse, urban neighbourhood with a mix of students, families, and older residents. Reviews are mixed: some praise the friendly atmosphere and recent improvements, while others mention damp housing and a lack of community. The area is very central, with shops, schools, and parks within walking distance.
A PLUS supermarket is 159 m away, and an Albert Heijn is 408 m away. Primary schools like Dominicus (249 m) and OBS de Blijberg (376 m) are close. A GP is 400 m away, and a park is 300 m away. The train station is 2.2 km away.
The building was constructed in 1933, so it's pre-war. The apartment has an E energy label, which suggests it may need some insulation or modernisation. The reviews mention that older homes in the area often need renovation.
The price is above the neighbourhood average, but the apartment is larger than typical. Bergpolder is gentrifying, which could increase property values. However, the energy label is poor, which may affect future costs and resale value. No investment advice is given here.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bergpolder