A spacious upper apartment on a busy road
This upper apartment on the Kleiweg sits in Hillegersberg Zuid, a part of Rotterdam where life is lived at a relaxed pace. The home is set on a busy road, yet it offers a free view and is surrounded by a wooded environment. The asking price is €525,000. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam is not stated here, but this home's price per square metre is €3,860 based on the agent's listing.
The home itself
Built in 1930, this upper apartment spans three floors and offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is 136 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 150 m². The home has a balcony and is located on the second living floor. It comes with a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €23,600, which is a substantial amount to factor into your budget.
Life in Hillegersberg Zuid
Residents give the Hillegersberg Zuid neighbourhood an average score of 7.58, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Safe, clean neighbourhood with good connection to the centre and educational opportunities." Another notes: "Quiet and not too far." The reviews mention occasional speed and noise pollution on roads like the Kleiweg, and that the area lacks large shopping streets, though much is accessible by bike. The neighbourhood has 8,440 inhabitants, and 67% of the homes are owner-occupied.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, Tarcisius is on your doorstep, and De Bergse Zonnebloem is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis, a ten-minute walk, while the Service Schiebroekse Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram and bus stops at Kootsekade and Bergpolderplein are just around the corner, served by lines 4, 6, and 174. Rotterdam Noord train station is a five-minute walk, connecting you to the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €463,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 13% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 39%, from €332,000 to €463,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 65 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3% of properties in this area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is medium, both as area-level indications.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including @Work 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 Kleiweg 97B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €525,000 is 13% above the WOZ value of €463,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 39%, from €332,000 to €463,000. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This upper apartment spans three floors and includes five rooms: four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is 136 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 150 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the second living floor. It comes with a central heating boiler. The homeowners' association fee is €23,600 per year.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1930, which is a fact about its age, not a statement about its maintenance state.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In this area, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1930, which is before 1970, a factor in the risk assessment.
What are the noise levels like around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 65 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 37 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 410 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Lidl is about 601 metres away, and Dirk is about 712 metres away. There are also two more Lidl and Albert Heijn locations within about a kilometre. This gives you several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are close to this home?
For primary education, Tarcisius is about 257 metres away, and De Bergse Zonnebloem is about 333 metres away. There is also VSO De Hoge Brug, a special secondary school, at 396 metres, and Melanchthon Schiebroek, a secondary school, at 627 metres. The nearest primary school is on your doorstep, making the morning school run easy.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest tram and bus stop is Kootsekade, about 198 metres away, served by lines 4, 6, and 174. Bergpolderplein is about 246 metres away with lines 6 and 174. Rotterdam Noord train station is about 383 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. This gives you tram, bus, and train options within a short distance.
What do residents say about living in Hillegersberg Zuid?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.58, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "safe, clean neighbourhood with good connection to the centre and educational opportunities." Another says it is "quiet and not too far," though they note there is no metro within walking distance. A third resident mentions occasional speed and noise pollution on roads like the Kleiweg.
What is the homeowners' association fee and what does it cover?
The homeowners' association fee is €23,600 per year. This is a significant monthly cost that you should consider as part of your total housing expenses. The listing does not specify what this fee covers, such as maintenance, insurance, or a reserve fund. It is a fact stated in the listing, and no further details are provided.
