Kralingen West, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on IJsclubstraat sits in one of Rotterdam's greener corners, with the Kralingse Plas just a short walk away. At 161 m² it is considerably larger than most homes in the area, and the energy label B means it is reasonably efficient. The asking price of €675,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €469,833, but the extra space explains much of that. For more context, see other apartments in Rotterdam.
Kralingen West is a leafy, sought-after part of Rotterdam with a mix of students, young professionals and families. One resident describes it as "fairly quiet, everything is nearby and very nice to live." Another notes it is "clean and full of greenery," though adds that it can "sometimes feel unsafe." A third simply says it is "a nice neighbourhood" with "plenty of facilities." Based on four reviews, the area scores an 8.9 out of 10. The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses (5,779 per km²) and is very urban, yet the nearby park and lake offer a green escape. Learn more about the neighbourhood Kralingen West.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn plus an Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For schools, the Libanon Lyceum is on your doorstep, and primary school De Bavokring is a five-minute walk. The Kralingse Plas and its surrounding park are a couple of streets away, perfect for a weekend stroll. The municipality Rotterdam offers a wide range of cultural and dining options, with a restaurant just around the corner.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Van Kleef Makelaars and available through several channels.
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IJsclubstraat 36B, Rotterdam
Very good · 4 residents
It's fairly quiet, everything is nearby and very nice to live
Auto-translated to English by AISometimes unsafe, otherwise clean, new and close to the Kralingse Plas.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood experiences, no problems, plenty of facilities, just nice.
Auto-translated to English by AII live in the Appartementen Van Kralingen, right in the heart of Kralingen on Lusthofstraat. The traditional shopping street of Kralingen. Here you'll find the best butcher Van Linschoten, a real greengrocer Vreugdenhil, proper bakers, a Rotterdam cheese shop De Amstelhoeve, liquor store Den Toom. And a very nice crowd living in this neighbourhood, from young to old and from all over. There are many foreign students studying at Erasmus University. In short: Rotterdam at its best!
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About IJsclubstraat 36B, Rotterdam
The asking price is 44% above the neighbourhood average of €469,833, but this apartment is also 81% larger than the typical home in Kralingen West (161 m² vs 89 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,192, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,337 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting significantly more space for your money.
Residents give mixed feedback. One review mentions it is "sometimes unsafe," while another says it is "fairly quiet" and "very nice to live." The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 875, but without context it is hard to compare. Overall, the area scores 8.9 out of 10 from four reviews, suggesting most residents are satisfied.
The home has energy label B, which is good. It means the property is reasonably energy-efficient, so you can expect moderate heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, about 20.5% of homes have label A, 15.1% label B, and the rest are lower. So this home is above average in terms of energy performance.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes it convenient for commuting to Rotterdam city centre or other destinations.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Libanon Lyceum (secondary school) is just 224 m away, and primary school De Bavokring is 424 m away. Another secondary school, the Libanon Lyceum at Mecklenburglaan, is 305 m away. So families with children have plenty of options close by.
The neighbourhood has a mix of residents: about 35% are aged 25-45, 22% are 45-65, and 22% are 15-25. Many households are single-person (around 69%), and only 23% of households have children. The area is popular among students and young professionals, but also attracts families thanks to its green spaces and good schools.
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