A classic apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This apartment on the Jonker Fransstraat sits in Rubroek, a lively part of Rotterdam where the streets buzz with students and families. The building dates from 1951 and the home is on the fourth floor, so you get a sense of the city right outside your window. With an asking price of €300,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam is €388,439.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 63 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 62 m². There is a balcony, and the home comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, with an HOA fee of €115 per month. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Rubroek
Rubroek is a neighbourhood with a mix of students and families, and residents generally describe the atmosphere as good, though sometimes noisy. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses." Another mentions: "We regularly have trouble with full rubbish bins, causing rubbish bags to be left on the street." Across the district of Kralingen-Crooswijk, residents give an average score of 7.65 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. The neighbourhood has about 8,430 residents, and a large share of households are single-person homes. For more on the area, see the Rubroek neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both a five-minute walk. The pharmacy Apotheek Rubroek BV is close by, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven is a ten-minute walk. Tram stop Meent is on your doorstep, with lines 6 and 7, and Rotterdam Blaak station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the city's amenities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €325,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 64%, from €198,000 to €325,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 70 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, with heat stress currently medium and elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Mora makelaars and other listings.
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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 Jonker Fransstraat 128D, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €300,000 is 8% below the WOZ value of €325,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €388,439.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 63 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 62 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the fourth floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity. The home does have double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1951, which is before 1970, but the risk level is still indicated as low.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 70 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 31 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 27 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, just around the corner at about 259 metres. Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away at 342 metres, and Dirk is at 528 metres. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both about 300 metres away, a five-minute walk. The Koningin Wilhelminaschool is at 554 metres, and Jan Prins is at 599 metres. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 900 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
Tram stop Meent is on your doorstep, with lines 6 and 7. There are also tram stops Kipstraat and Jonker Fransstraat nearby, both serving lines 6 and 7. Rotterdam Blaak train station is about 581 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 64%, from €198,000 to €325,000. The value rose steadily, with a slight dip in 2023, before reaching the current level. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the market price.
What is the HOA fee for this apartment?
The HOA fee is €115 per month. This is a monthly contribution for the shared costs of the building, such as maintenance of common areas.
