A modern apartment on Katendrecht
This apartment on Maashavenstraat 7 sits in Katendrecht, a lively peninsula district of Rotterdam that has reinvented itself in recent years. Built in 2009, the home is part of the newer wave of construction that characterises the area, where 64% of homes date from after 2010. With an energy label A+, it is an efficient home, and the asking price of €480,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,093,016. For context, the average asking price per m² in the district is €6,594, while this home comes in at €5,106 per m². If you are weighing up options, it is worth seeing how this compares with other [apartments in Rotterdam].
Inside the home
This three-room apartment has two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the first living level. The living area is 94 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 95 m². The home is fully insulated, with roof insulation, double glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, and it is heated by district heating. There is an indoor garage, and the property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to worry about. The volume of the home is 312 m³.
Life in Katendrecht
Katendrecht is a district in transition, with a mix of old harbour character and new development. Residents of the wider district of Feijenoord, which includes Katendrecht, give their living environment an average score of 6.61 out of 10, based on 30 reviews. One resident, born and raised here, says: "Reasonably nice neighbourhood, shame that household waste stays on the street too long." Another describes it as "Quiet", while a third is less positive, mentioning "Litter, noise pollution, loitering youths, crowded, unhygienic, unsafe." The district has around 7,225 inhabitants, with a relatively young population: 35% are between 25 and 45. For a fuller picture of what the area offers, you can read more about [the Katendrecht neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with a Lidl a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Young Rotterdam vmbo is a five-minute walk away, and there are several primary schools within a short stroll. The nearest GP, Gezondheidscentrum Afrikaanderwijk, is 425 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek van der Laan is right next to it. Public transport is well covered: bus line 77 stops on your doorstep at Veerlaan, and tram lines 7 and 11 are available at Maashaven, about a five-minute walk. Rotterdam Zuid train station is 1.4 km away. The wider [municipality of Rotterdam] offers all the amenities of a major city.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €454,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 24%, from €367,000 in 2020 to €454,000 in 2025. As for the address, the area-level risk indications show that road traffic noise is above the standard at 60 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement, and 1% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through Vastgoedeffect.
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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 Maashavenstraat 7, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €480,000 is 56% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,093,016. On a per-square-metre basis, the price is €5,106, which is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €6,594 per m². The price verdict is therefore 'keen' compared with the local market. Note that the average is based on 29 homes currently for sale in the area, which includes a wide range of property types and sizes.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the first living level. The living area is 94 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 95 m². The home also includes an indoor garage. It is a compact but efficient layout, with the entire home on one level, which may suit those looking for single-storey living.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €454,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is 6% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 24%, from €367,000 in 2020 to €454,000 in 2025, reflecting the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level risk data, road traffic noise at this address is 60 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data sources and are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at the property itself. The actual noise experience may vary depending on the exact position of the home and its insulation.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest is a Jumbo at 400 metres, which is just around the corner. A Lidl is at 489 metres, and an Albert Heijn at 587 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. A Dirk is at 688 metres. In total, there are 93 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For secondary education, Young Rotterdam vmbo is 275 metres away and De Passie Rotterdam is 336 metres away. For primary education, the Oranjeschool voor Basisonderwijs is 601 metres away, Basisschool Het Kompas is 635 metres away, and De Schalm Katendrecht is 652 metres away. All of these are within a ten-minute walk, making the school run manageable on foot.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is well served. Bus line 77 stops at Veerlaan, just 31 metres from the front door, and again at Lombokstraat at 235 metres. Tram lines 7 and 11 are available at Maashaven, 471 metres away. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Zuid, at 1.4 km. This gives you options for getting around the city and beyond, without needing a car for every journey.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. The home is fully insulated, according to the agent, with roof insulation, double glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation. Heating is provided by district heating. This combination suggests relatively low energy costs for heating and hot water, though the exact costs will depend on your usage and the district heating tariffs.
What is the foundation risk at this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. However, the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement, and in this area 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The actual condition of the foundation would need to be assessed separately.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen from €367,000 in 2020 to €454,000 in 2025, an increase of 24% over five years. The yearly values were: €367,000 in 2020, €422,000 in 2021, €423,000 in 2022, €432,000 in 2023, €450,000 in 2024, and €454,000 in 2025. This shows a steady upward trend, with the largest jump occurring between 2020 and 2021.
