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Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment in Oud Mathenesse sits on a street where life is lived out loud. At 63 m² with energy label D, it's a practical home in a neighbourhood that's seen better days but still has its loyal residents. The asking price of €265,000 is exactly in line with the median in the area, so you're paying the market rate for a home that needs a bit of TLC. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one is priced fairly for its size and location.
Oud Mathenesse is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and post-war housing. It's home to around 7,000 people, mostly single-person households, and the streets are busy. Residents have mixed feelings: one says "I still feel safe we live here" after 27 years, while another describes broken glass on the street and double-parked cars. The overall review score is 6.42 out of 10, based on seven reviews. It's a place where you'll want to keep your wits about you, but many have called it home for decades. Read more about the neighbourhood Oud Mathenesse.
For daily shopping, Dirk is just around the corner and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Mathenesse is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool de Peperklip is a bit further. The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses, so you're never far from a shop or a café. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of urban amenities, but green space is limited, the nearest park is a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Nieuw Begin Makelaardij, Vastgoed Nederland, and Funda.
Details of this home
Koggestraat 16C, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 7 residents
Lots of shards of glass lying on the street near a senior flat where many residents depend on a mobility scooter or wheelchair and are housebound if they get a flat tyre from riding over glass. Cars parked double, especially on Franselaan, or even crazier, parked diagonally on the pavement and cycle path to unload at a Polish supermarket. Speaking to the driver doesn't help because they only speak Polish, as it's a van or truck with Polish plates that keep doing this. Loose paving stones, especially on Franselaan; if you ride over them with a mobility scooter, you're terrified. Life-threatening situation in some places on that street, also for elderly people with limited mobility, because the tiles are simply not laid properly. The flat in the senior complex is excellent, certainly for someone with limited mobility who depends on aids.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 34 years, happy to live here
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived here since 1997 and of course the neighbourhood is going downhill but as long as we feel safe we will stay living here.
Auto-translated to English by AII think there is potential in this neighbourhood, there is a warm community but hygiene and aesthetics are really not nice and it is no longer a neighbourhood to live in. I wish more value was placed on the aesthetics of the houses, streets, environment and surroundings.
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Auto-translated to English by AII've lived there since I was 20 and as a girl living in that place is not nice, I've had to call the police more often because men wanted sex and shouted sexual things
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About Koggestraat 16C, Rotterdam
Yes, it's right on the median for apartments in Oud Mathenesse. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,177, and this one works out to about €4,206 per m², very close to the norm. Given the condition (energy label D, 1950 build), it's priced in line with the market.
Oud Mathenesse is a densely populated urban area with a mix of ages. Residents have mixed views: some feel safe and have lived there for decades, while others mention litter, broken glass, and parking issues. The overall review score is 6.42 out of 10. It's not a quiet suburb, but it has a strong sense of community.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. That's a reasonable distance for commuting, though you might prefer a bike or bus for the last bit.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Mathenesse (about 300 m) and Basisschool de Peperklip (about 440 m). For secondary education, Lentiz | LIFE College is about 500 m away. The area has plenty of educational options.
Energy label D means the home is moderately efficient. You can expect higher energy bills than a modern A-rated home, but it's not the worst. Many homes in the neighbourhood (58%) have a label D or lower, so it's typical for the area.
Yes, Dirk is just 183 m away, literally on your doorstep. Lidl is 278 m away, so you have two budget-friendly options within a couple of minutes' walk. For a wider selection, AH to go is about 800 m away.
Safety is a concern for some residents. One long-term resident says they still feel safe, but another mentions broken glass and reckless parking. The total number of crimes reported in the neighbourhood is 587, which is relatively high. It's worth visiting at different times to get a feel for the area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud Mathenesse
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