A classic apartment in the heart of Middelland
This 104 m² apartment on Jan Sonjéstraat 23A sits in the lively Middelland neighbourhood of Rotterdam. Built in 1905, it had a C energy label and was priced at €519,000. Compared to the average sold price in the area (€519,316), this home was priced in line with the market. For more context, see apartments in Rotterdam. This home has not been online since 19 August 2026.
The neighbourhood: Middelland
Middelland is a diverse, urban neighbourhood with a mix of residents and a strong community feel. One resident says: "It's a very good neighbourhood. There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone." Another notes: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.79 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with many singles and a young population. For more details, see neighbourhood Middelland.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, and Aldi is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a five-minute walk. The Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan primary school is a couple of streets away, and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum secondary school is also within a five-minute walk. A park or garden is on your doorstep. For more about the wider area, see municipality Rotterdam.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via VENK makelaars taxateurs and also appeared on other channels.
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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 Sonjéstraat 23A, Rotterdam
Was €519,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €519,000 was very close to the average sold price in Middelland over the past period (€519,316), so it was in line with the market. The median price in the neighbourhood was €462,500, meaning this home was above the median but at the time within a typical range for a 104 m² apartment with a C label.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Middelland scores a 7.79 out of 10 from three reviews. Residents describe it as cosy, green, and well-connected, with a real mix of people and a strong community spirit. The area is very urban, with a high density of addresses (7,086 per km²) and a young population: many residents are between 25 and 45 years old.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short tram ride. The neighbourhood is well served by public transport, with trams, buses, and a metro within a five-minute walk, according to residents.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label C. This means it has reasonable insulation and energy efficiency, but not the highest standards. In the neighbourhood, about 30% of homes have label A, 22% label B, and 17% label C, so this home is around the middle of the pack. Heating costs would be moderate.
Are there parks or green spaces nearby?
Yes, a park or garden is just 0.3 km away, so on your doorstep. Residents also mention nice sports fields and green areas in the neighbourhood. The area is not lacking in outdoor space despite its urban character.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan, about 290 m away (a couple of streets). For secondary education, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is 352 m away, also within a five-minute walk. There are several other schools within a short distance.
