Hekbootstraat 7D
Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
AreaA 1950s apartment on Hekbootstraat
This apartment on Hekbootstraat in Oud Mathenesse is a classic post-war home with an energy label G, meaning heating costs will be high. At €275,000, the price is in line with the neighbourhood average of €274,900. Compared to other apartments in Rotterdam, it's a fairly typical offering for the area.
Oud Mathenesse: a mixed neighbourhood
Oud Mathenesse is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and post-war housing. It's home to many single-person households and younger residents. Reviews are mixed: one resident who has lived here for 34 years says they are 'happy to live here', while another notes the neighbourhood is 'deteriorating' with issues like broken glass and double-parked cars. Still, some feel safe and choose to stay. For more context, see the Oud Mathenesse neighbourhood.
Daily life on the street
For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including OBS Mathenesse and Basisschool de Peperklip. The nearest park is on your doorstep, and a train station is a ten-minute walk away. The area is well-served by amenities, all within the municipality of Rotterdam.
Listing details
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Kleef NVM Makelaars.
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About Hekbootstraat 7D, Rotterdam
Is €275,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €275,000 is very close to the neighbourhood average of €274,900 and the median of €265,000. Apartments in Oud Mathenesse sell for an average of €4,177 per m², and this one has 70 m², so the price per m² is about €3,929, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average. It appears to be priced in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient and you can expect high heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 58.2% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area, but it is something to be aware of.
How is the neighbourhood Oud Mathenesse?
Oud Mathenesse is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a mix of residents, with many single-person households and a relatively young population. Reviews are mixed: some long-term residents feel safe and are happy, while others mention issues like litter and parking problems. The neighbourhood has a high crime rate, with 587 total offences reported.
What amenities are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance, including Dirk at 141 m and Lidl at 325 m. Primary schools like OBS Mathenesse (208 m) and Basisschool de Peperklip (486 m) are close by. A park is just 200 m away, and the nearest train station is 1.2 km, about a 15-minute walk.
How long do apartments typically stay on the market here?
In Oud Mathenesse, sold apartments took an average of 50 days to sell. This is a reasonable timeframe, suggesting a balanced market where homes are not flying off the shelves but also not lingering for months.
What is the property type and layout?
This is an apartment with 70 m² of floor space, built in 1950. It is a for-sale property, not social housing.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or any outdoor space. The plot size is not provided, so it is not possible to confirm any private outdoor area.
How is public transport in the area?
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk.
