A classic apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This apartment on Karel Doormanstraat 445A sits in the Cool neighbourhood, right in the centre of Rotterdam. It is a 1954 build with an energy label F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The asking price is €369,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €561,466, and the average price per m² is €6,028. If you are looking at [apartments in Rotterdam]( /koopwoningen/rotterdam/appartementen/ ), this one stands out for its central position and compact size.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is listed as 57 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 58 m². The home has double glazing and HR glazing, and it is heated by district heating. There is a balcony, and the apartment is on the first floor. It is offered as full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €122. The property is located in the centre, as the agent notes.
Life in Cool
Cool is a lively, central neighbourhood in Rotterdam, with a mix of historic and modern buildings. Residents here give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident says: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." Another simply notes "Cool". The neighbourhood has a young population, with 49% of residents aged 25 to 45, and 62% of households are single-person. About 15% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, and the average household size is 1.5. For more on the area, see [the Cool neighbourhood]( /buurt/cool-rotterdam/ ).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, and another is just around the corner. For schools, the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is a ten-minute walk away, and the Havo/vwo voor Muziek en Dans is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Westblaak is just around the corner. For public transport, the Lijnbaan tram stop is on your doorstep with lines 1, 3, 5, 7, 11 and 12, and Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all this and more, as you can see on [the municipality of Rotterdam]( /gemeente/rotterdam/ ).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price is possible. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 63 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 2% of buildings in the area showing an elevated pile-rot risk. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium now but elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarsland and a listing on Funda. The agent is Makelaarsland.
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About Karel Doormanstraat 445A, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Cool?
The asking price of €369,000 is 34% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €561,466. The average price per m² in Cool is €6,028, while this home is listed at €6,474 per m². The living area of 57 m² is 47% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 108 m². These figures are provided as context, but no judgement is made on whether the price is high or low.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 57 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 58 m². There is a balcony, and the apartment is on the first floor. The home is heated by district heating and has double glazing and HR glazing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The home has double glazing and HR glazing, which the agent notes, but the label itself is a separate fact. In the neighbourhood, 43.5% of the housing stock has an energy label A or better, so this home is less efficient than much of the surrounding stock.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not part of the listing information provided. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation. The asking price of €369,000 is 34% below the neighbourhood average asking price, but the WOZ value is not known.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data at the address level, road traffic noise is above the norm at 63 dB Lden, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and aircraft noise is 26 dB Lden, also below the norm. These are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home. The data comes from the Atlas Leefomgeving and reflects the general environment around the address.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 2% of buildings in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. The building was constructed in 1954, which is before 1970, but the risk level is still low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not replace a structural survey.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. An Albert Heijn is just 95 metres away, on your doorstep, and another Albert Heijn is at 190 metres. An AH to go is at 305 metres, and a SPAR is at 339 metres. In total, there are 96 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is very accessible. The Lijnbaan tram stop is 100 metres away, with tram lines 1, 3, 5, 7, 11 and 12. The Westblaak bus stop is 214 metres away, with bus lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 32. The Eendrachtsplein metro stop is 329 metres away, serving metro lines A, B and C, as well as buses and trams. Rotterdam Centraal train station is 693 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Cool give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident mentions: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." Another simply says "Cool". The neighbourhood has a young population, with 49% of residents aged 25 to 45, and 62% of households are single-person. The average household size is 1.5.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging, a primary school, is 546 metres away. Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is at 570 metres, and Schakelschool de Gaffel is at 585 metres. For secondary education, the Havo/vwo voor Muziek en Dans is 446 metres away. In total, there are 205 schools within 5 km.
