A classic apartment in Kralingen
This apartment on Kralingseweg sits in one of Rotterdam's greener corners, with the Kralingse Plas and its surrounding woodland just a couple of streets away. At €450,000, the asking price was 54% below the neighbourhood average of €981,625, which made it a keen entry point into this sought-after area. For context, the average price per square metre in Kralingen Oost was €6,246, and this home offered 82 m² of living space. If you're looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its value. This home has not been online since 29 July 2026.
Kralingen Oost: green, connected, and mixed
Kralingen Oost is a neighbourhood of contrasts. One resident describes it as "a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses." Another calls it "a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram." But not everyone is equally positive: a third review notes that "no one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green, everything is rubbish." The area is densely urban (3,172 addresses per km²) and home to many students and young professionals, 29% of residents are between 15 and 25. Families with children make up about a quarter of households. The neighbourhood Kralingen Oost has a lively, sometimes edgy character, with the Kralingse Plas and its forest as a major draw.
Daily life on Kralingseweg
For your morning bread, a SPAR is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are also an Aldi and an Ekoplaza within easy reach. If you have children, Montessorischool Kralingen is a couple of streets away, and Vrije School Vredehof is also nearby. For secondary education, the Libanon Lyceum is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive public transport, with metro and tram stops close by, the nearest train station is 2.7 km away. A park or public garden was just a couple of streets away, perfect for a quick escape from the city bustle.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Rijndelta Makelaars.
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About Kralingseweg 101, Rotterdam
Was €450,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €450,000 was 54% below the average asking price in Kralingen Oost (€981,625) and also well below the median of €679,000. However, this apartment is smaller than the neighbourhood average (82 m² vs 150 m²). The price per square metre worked out to about €5,488, which was below the neighbourhood average of €6,246. So it was priced keenly, especially for a property with energy label B and a 1959 build year.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of safety?
Residents have mixed views. One says it is "a very safe neighbourhood," while another mentions "dangerous incidents, like shootings, but that's almost never and hardly anyone actually experiences them." A third review is more negative, describing aggression. The total number of crimes reported in the neighbourhood is 521, but without context it is hard to compare. Overall, it seems generally safe with occasional incidents.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.7 km away. That is about a 30-minute walk or a short bus/cycle ride. However, metro and tram stops are much closer, making it easy to reach other parts of Rotterdam without a car.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessorischool Kralingen (235 m), Vrije School Vredehof (298 m), and De Kralingsche School (418 m). For secondary education, Vrije School Zuid-Holland (497 m) and Libanon Lyceum (636 m) are nearby. Residents generally rate the education as good.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label B, which is quite efficient. In the neighbourhood, only about 17% of homes have label A or better, so this is above average.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, a SPAR is just 531 m away, and an Albert Heijn is 703 m, both within a five- to ten-minute walk. There are also an Aldi and an Ekoplaza nearby, so daily shopping is convenient.
How green is the neighbourhood?
The Kralingse Plas and its surrounding forest are a major green asset, just a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is only 300 m from the home. However, one resident notes that there is "not enough green" and "a lot of litter, especially plastic." So while there are green spaces, the streets themselves can feel less green.
