A classic apartment in the heart of Middelland
This 1905 apartment on the Jan Porcellisstraat sits in Middelland, a neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam. It is a lively, central spot, with the energy of the city right on the doorstep. The asking price of €395,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €496,975. For more context, you can compare it with other apartments in Rotterdam.
The home itself
This apartment spans two floors and includes five rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom. It is on the third floor and has a balcony. The living area is 115 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 111 m². The property is part of a municipal ground lease, with the lease paid off until 11 October 2063 and the leasehold ending on 31 December 2093. It has a central heating boiler and an energy label A, which is an efficient label.
Life in Middelland
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.79, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby." Another describes it as "In the middle of Middelland" and notes the mix of people, the schools, the playgrounds and the Marktplein, where events are often organised. The same resident mentions that the council cleans the streets every morning and that it is almost always tidy. The neighbourhood has around 11,700 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person. You can read more about the Middelland neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Aldi just around the corner. The nearest primary school is the Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan, a couple of streets away, and there is a secondary school, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum, within a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk KMD is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Middelland is just around the corner. Tram stop 1e Middellandstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 7 and 11, and the bus stop Tiendplein is a couple of streets away, serving lines 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 44. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €450,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 12% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 31%, from €344,000 to €450,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and in this area 1% of buildings have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current heat stress is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Baljon makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Jan Porcellisstraat 20B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €395,000 is 21% below the average asking price in Middelland, which is €496,975. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 111 m², is €3,559, while the neighbourhood average is €5,080 per m². The price verdict is therefore keen compared with the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the third floor and has a balcony. The living area is 115 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 111 m². The volume is 414 m³.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €450,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €395,000 is 12% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 31%, from €344,000 in 2020 to €450,000 in 2025.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of buildings in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 27 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
The Dirk supermarket is 125 metres away, and the Aldi is 276 metres away. There is also an Ekoplaza at 546 metres, an Albert Heijn at 569 metres and a SPAR express at 598 metres. All are within a short walk.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Tram stop 1e Middellandstraat is 71 metres away, with lines 1, 7 and 11. The bus stop Tiendplein is 220 metres away, serving lines 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 44. Rotterdam Centraal station is 959 metres away.
What is the ground lease situation for this property?
The property is on municipal ground lease, with the leasehold ending on 31 December 2093. The ground rent has been paid off until 11 October 2063. This means the lease is paid up for several decades.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents give Middelland an average score of 7.79, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with lots of green and facilities nearby, while another mentions the mix of people and the community feel. The reviews highlight the convenience and the social atmosphere.
