Kralingen Oost, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on the Kralingseweg sits in a lively part of Kralingen, a neighbourhood that blends urban convenience with leafy parks. At €395,000, the asking price is 60% below the neighbourhood average of €981,625, which makes it a notably keen option for a flat in this area. For context, the average price per m² in Kralingen Oost is €6,246, and this home's 74 m² is smaller than the typical 150 m², so the price reflects that. See more apartments in Rotterdam.
Kralingen Oost is a mixed neighbourhood with about 8,700 residents, many of whom live alone (the average household size is 1.7). It's a very urban area, with a high density of addresses. Residents give it a mixed review: one says it's "safe, beautiful surroundings" with good schools and parks, while another finds it "formal" and lacking greenery. A third, who grew up here, calls it "a very nice, cosy neighbourhood" but notes that facilities like cafes and shops are fewer than in nearby Hillegersberg. The neighbourhood has a reputation for being clean and well-connected, though bike theft and occasional incidents are mentioned. Learn more about neighbourhood Kralingen Oost.
For daily errands, the SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Aldi are a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessorischool Kralingen is a couple of streets away, and Vrije School Vredehof is also nearby. For secondary education, the Vrije School Zuid-Holland and Libanon Lyceum are within a ten-minute walk. The Kralingse Plas and its surrounding park are a couple of streets away, perfect for a weekend stroll. The neighbourhood is well served by trams and metros, with a train station about 2.7 km away. Discover more about the municipality Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels: Kettner NVM Makelaars and Kettner Makelaardij on Pararius.
Details of this home
Kralingseweg 37, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 3 residents
It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really. There are also always enough shared bikes/scooters in the area. For children, there are plenty of schools and sports facilities in the neighbourhood. A playground is not very close, only a big one on the Oudedijk. But there are enough small parks to play in, or on school playgrounds. There are plenty of nice little cafes and ice cream shops.
Auto-translated to English by AINo one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green, everything is rubbish
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up in Kralingen so from my perspective it's a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram. Sometimes there are dangerous incidents, like shootings, but that's almost never and hardly anyone actually experiences them. There are often people trying to steal bikes. The hygiene is fine, it's not a dirty neighbourhood... but there is a lot of litter, especially plastic. I went to school here myself, so I think the education is very good; most people get an average or higher secondary school recommendation, so there's nothing to complain about. A pity is that there aren't that many facilities; of course there's the Kralingse Plas and the forest, but compared to e.g. Hillegersberg-Schiebroek it's a bit less entertaining because there are many cafes and shops there, and in Kralingen I miss that. But it remains my hometown!
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About Kralingseweg 37, Rotterdam
The asking price of €395,000 is 60% below the average asking price in Kralingen Oost (€981,625) and also below the median of €679,000. However, this apartment is smaller (74 m²) than the neighbourhood average (150 m²), so the price per m² works out to about €5,338, which is below the neighbourhood average of €6,246 per m². Given the energy label G and the 1959 build, the price seems keen for a buyer willing to invest in upgrades.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home has poor insulation and high heating costs are to be expected. In the neighbourhood, 38% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not uncommon for an older building. You would need to budget for significant energy improvements if you want to reduce bills.
Residents have mixed views. One says it's "a very safe neighbourhood" and clean, while another mentions "dangerous incidents, like shootings, but that's almost never and hardly anyone actually experiences them." Bike theft is noted as a common issue. The total number of crimes in the neighbourhood is 521, but without a per-capita comparison, it's hard to judge. Overall, many residents feel safe day-to-day.
The neighbourhood is well connected: trams and metros are within walking distance, and the nearest train station is 2.7 km away. Residents mention that "the metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really." There are also shared bikes and scooters available in the area.
Yes, several primary schools are 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 close. One resident who grew up here says "the education is very good; most people get an average or higher secondary school recommendation."
Given the compact size (74 m²) and the need for energy upgrades, this apartment is likely to appeal to first-time buyers or investors looking for a property in a central location. The neighbourhood has many single-person households (3,165 out of 5,070 households), so it suits those who prioritise urban living over space.
In Kralingen Oost, sold homes took an average of 51 days to sell. That's a reasonable timeframe, suggesting a balanced market. This apartment's price is well below average, so it may attract interest quickly, but the energy label and size could deter some buyers.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kralingen Oost
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