A pre-war apartment in Rubroek
This apartment on the Leopoldstraat sits in Rubroek, a lively part of Rotterdam where the streets buzz with students and families. The building dates from 1941, and the home is on the fourth floor. With an asking price of €339,500, the price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €385,156. For context, there are currently 64 homes for sale in the area, and the average asking price per square metre is €5,203. If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its price.
Inside the home
The agent lists a living area of 77 m², while the BAG registration records 59 m². The home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over five floors. There is a balcony, and the property comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €276. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes.
Life in Rubroek
Rubroek is a mixed neighbourhood, with a large share of single-person households and a youthful population. Residents of the district of Kralingen-Crooswijk give it an average score of 7.65 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses." Another notes: "Many students, a bit messy but the atmosphere is good!" A third adds: "It's fairly quiet, everything is nearby and very nice to live." The reviews reflect a place with a good atmosphere, though some mention noise and occasional mess. For more on the area, see the Rubroek neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Dirk a couple of streets away. For schools, the Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both a short walk, and Lyceum Kralingen for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven, and Apotheek Spanhoff is just around the corner. For public transport, tram lines 6 and 7 stop at Meent and Kipstraat, both within a couple of streets. Rotterdam Blaak station is a ten-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €338,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 27%, from €267,000 to €338,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate risk for pluvial flooding is low, with heat stress currently medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including PLEK 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.
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About Leopoldstraat 15C, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €339,500 is virtually equal to the WOZ value of €338,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 27%, from €267,000 in 2020 to €338,000 in 2025. This gives you a sense of how the property has appreciated in the eyes of the municipality.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over five floors. It is located on the fourth floor and has a balcony. The living area is listed as 77 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². The home also has a volume of 266 m³. The exact layout of the rooms is not described in the listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this apartment is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes with better labels. The agent does mention that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. However, the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data at the address level. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1941, which is before 1970, a period that is sometimes associated with foundation issues, but the risk level here is low. No further details are provided.
What are the noise levels like around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 31 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 26 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data for the area, not from measurements at the property itself. If you are sensitive to traffic noise, this is worth considering.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 290 metres away, Jumbo is 350 metres, and Dirk is 358 metres. Another Albert Heijn is at 484 metres, and a fifth supermarket, also Albert Heijn, is at 621 metres. This means you have plenty of options for daily groceries without needing to travel far.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, the Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both about 184 metres away, and the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is 441 metres. For secondary education, Lyceum Kralingen is 667 metres away. There is also a special primary school, SBO Johannes-Martinus, at 495 metres. These distances make school runs manageable on foot or by bike.
What public transport options are available?
Tram lines 6 and 7 stop at Meent, about 217 metres away, and at Kipstraat, 241 metres away. Another stop, Jonker Fransstraat, is 488 metres away and also serves lines 6 and 7. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Blaak, at 571 metres. This gives you good access to both trams and trains for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district of Kralingen-Crooswijk, which includes Rubroek, give it an average score of 7.65 out of 10, based on 14 reviews. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses." Another mentions: "Many students, a bit messy but the atmosphere is good!" A third says: "It's fairly quiet, everything is nearby and very nice to live." The reviews highlight a generally positive atmosphere, with some notes on mess and noise.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
This listing does not state the exact layout of the rooms, such as which room is on which floor. It also does not mention the condition of the interior or any specific features beyond what is listed. The agent provides the number of rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms, as well as the presence of a balcony and double glazing, but no further details are given. The floor area is stated, though it differs between the BAG registration and the agent's listing.
