Kootsekade 14A
Hillegersberg Zuid · 3051 PD Rotterdam
A pre-war apartment with a modern label
This apartment on Kootsekade 14A sits in Hillegersberg Zuid, a leafy part of Rotterdam where the streets are quiet and the centre is a short ride away. Built in 1925, the home combines pre-war character with a surprisingly efficient energy label A+. At €549,000, the asking price was on the high side compared with the average of €499,122 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood, and the price per square metre of €6,100 (based on the agent's floor area) was well above the neighbourhood average of €4,919. For context, the neighbourhood at the time had 82 homes for sale, and the median asking price was €442,500. If you're looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its label. This home has not been online since 3 August 2026.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment had three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed as 90 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 111 m². The home is fully insulated and has underfloor heating throughout. It is located on the first living floor and comes with full ownership. The agent described the setting as on a quiet road, in the centre and in a residential area.
Life in Hillegersberg Zuid
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.58, based on three reviews. One resident says: "As part of Hillegersberg, this neighbourhood is a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre." Another notes: "I generally have a good experience with my neighbourhood; not much happens in my opinion, but there are also no very large shopping areas, shopping streets, etc." The neighbourhood counts about 8,370 inhabitants, and a large share of the homes were built before 1945. For more on what it's like to live here, see the Hillegersberg Zuid neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: Hoogvliet is on your doorstep, Lidl is just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Tarcisius is just around the corner, and De Fontein is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis, a ten-minute walk, and the Service Schiebroekse Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram and bus stop Kootsekade is on your doorstep, with lines 4, 6 and 174, and Rotterdam Noord station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Rotterdam. According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3% of buildings in the area having an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including At Home Makelaardij and Hooft Makelaardij.
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About Kootsekade 14A, Rotterdam
What was the asking price and how did it compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price was €549,000. The average asking price for homes at the time for sale in Hillegersberg Zuid was €499,122, and the median was €442,500. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 90 m², was €6,100, which was higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,919 per m². So the price was on the high side compared with the local market.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment had three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on one floor. The living area was listed as 90 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 111 m². The home is fully insulated and has underfloor heating throughout. It is located on the first living floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home is also described as fully insulated, which supports the efficient label. Note that only about 11% of homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood had label A+.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation, which was used for taxes, and it was not always included in listings. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 39 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 36 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. In the area, 3% of buildings have an elevated pile-rot risk, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1925, which is before 1970.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Hoogvliet is about 537 metres away, Lidl is 601 metres, Dirk is 698 metres, Albert Heijn is 988 metres, and Aldi is 1,154 metres. So you have several options within a short walk or bike ride.
What schools are in the area?
Nearby schools include VSO De Hoge Brug (secondary special education) at 183 metres, Tarcisius (primary) at 289 metres, De Fontein (primary) at 570 metres, De Bergse Zonnebloem (primary) at 593 metres, and Hildegardis (primary) at 735 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The tram and bus stop Kootsekade is 112 metres away, with lines 4, 6 and 174. Station Noord is 280 metres away, and Lommerijk is 364 metres. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Noord, at 292 metres. So you have good options for getting around.
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 says it is a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre. Another says it is quiet and not too far, but notes there is no metro within walking distance. A third mentions occasional speed and noise pollution on Straatweg and Kleiweg.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the WOZ value. As a result, it was not possible to compare the asking price with the municipal valuation. Other details, such as the exact layout and features, were provided by the agent and might differ from official registrations.
