A bright apartment on Katendrecht
Katendrecht is a peninsula in Rotterdam with a lively mix of old harbour character and new development. This apartment sits on the Katendrechtsestraat, a street with a neighbourhood feel, and the area has plenty going on. The asking price of €450,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,087,595, which puts it 59% below that figure. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price, so this one stands out in its price range.
The home itself
Built in 2002, this apartment is on the second floor and spans two levels. It has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 98 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The volume is 311 m³. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be relatively manageable. The agent does not mention any garden, balcony or garage, so outdoor space is not part of this listing.
Life in Katendrecht
Katendrecht has a distinct character, shaped by its harbour history and recent redevelopment. Residents of the district of Feijenoord, which includes Katendrecht, give their living environment an average score of 6.61, based on 30 reviews. One resident says: "Reasonably nice neighbourhood, shame that household waste stays on the street too long." Another describes it as "Quiet." A third is less positive, mentioning "Litter, noise pollution, loitering youths, crowded, unhygienic, unsafe." The reviews are mixed, reflecting different experiences. About a third of the homes in the neighbourhood are owner-occupied, and the area has a young population, with 35% of residents aged 25 to 45. For more on the area, see the Katendrecht neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The nearest supermarket, Dirk, is about a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other options nearby, including MCD, Albert Heijn, Aldi and PLUS. For schools, De Schalm Katendrecht and Globetrotter Katendrecht are both just around the corner. The pharmacy, Apotheek Katendrecht, is a couple of streets away, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Boute is about a ten-minute walk. The Erasmus Medisch Centrum hospital is a bit further, around a fifteen-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 77 stops at Katendrechtsestraat on your doorstep, and the nearest train station is Rotterdam Zuid, about 2.3 km away. The municipality of the municipality of Rotterdam has a well-developed transport network.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 1% of buildings in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, while the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Lokkerbol NVM Makelaardij.
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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 Katendrechtsestraat 344, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Katendrecht?
The asking price of €450,000 is 59% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,087,595. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,585, while this home is listed at €4,592 per m², which is 30% below that average. These figures come from the current listings in the area, so they give a sense of where this apartment sits in the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a second-floor apartment spread over two levels. It has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 98 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, and the volume is 311 m³. The agent does not mention any garden, balcony or garage, so outdoor space is not part of this listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is based on the official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 2002, so it is relatively modern.
What is the noise situation around this address?
According to public data, the road traffic noise at this address is 51 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 28 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and according to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of buildings in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not say anything about the actual foundation of this apartment.
What are the flood and climate risks for this area?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of water on the street during intense rainfall. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Dirk, about 879 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Other options within about a kilometre include MCD, Albert Heijn, Aldi and PLUS. With 91 supermarkets within 5 km, you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are near this home?
Two primary schools are just around the corner: De Schalm Katendrecht at 252 metres and Globetrotter Katendrecht at 289 metres. A bit further, at about 939 metres, is basisschool Wereldwijs. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.8 km away. There are 194 schools within 5 km, so options are plentiful.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Bus line 77 stops at Katendrechtsestraat, which is on your doorstep, and also at Katendrecht SS ROTTERDAM and Rechthuislaan nearby. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Zuid, about 2.3 km away. This gives you a direct bus connection and a train station within a reasonable distance.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district of Feijenoord, which includes Katendrecht, give their living environment an average score of 6.61, based on 30 reviews. One resident says: "Reasonably nice neighbourhood, shame that household waste stays on the street too long." Another describes it as "Quiet." A third mentions "Litter, noise pollution, loitering youths, crowded, unhygienic, unsafe." The reviews are mixed.
