Spangen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 103 m² apartment on Mathenesserweg sits in Spangen, a neighbourhood with a distinct Rotterdam personality. Built in 1927, it has an energy label C, which is reasonable for a home of this era. At €375,000, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €352,444, but given the size and the fact that it's a pre-war apartment, it's in line with the market. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one offers a solid balance of space and character.
Spangen is a lively, diverse area with a strong sense of community. Based on five reviews, residents appreciate the cosy feel and convenience. One resident says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another notes: "It's a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house." Some concerns include litter and groups of youngsters on playgrounds, but overall it's a place where people enjoy living. The neighbourhood Spangen has a high density of 4,957 addresses per km², making it very urban, and the population is a mix of families and singles.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and Dirk and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including De Korf Montessori and Mariaschool Taandersplein, both a five-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of amenities, with a park or garden just a couple of streets away and a restaurant on your doorstep.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Delfshaven Makelaardij and Funda.
Details of this home
Mathenesserweg 79A03, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Rotterdam West my whole life. Since 2013 I've been living in Spangen with my children. We really enjoy living here. I have a nice house with a large garden and I have nice neighbours. What I do find a shame is the amount of litter and rubbish and large groups of youngsters on the playgrounds for the children with scooters and fatbikes who also leave all their rubbish behind and 'chase away' the children. There is a lot to do in the neighbourhood for children and the metro/tram station is within walking distance. There should be more greenery and more facilities for older youth. More bins on the street instead of just waste containers.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a bit of a chaotic neighbourhood but I'm happy with my little house
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived my whole life (45 years) in Rotterdam West and wouldn't want to leave. Personally, I've had no negative experiences in the neighbourhood. Of course, the area was worse in my youth, but even then I had a good time. It's better now, but I do notice that a lot is deteriorating again. In terms of litter on the streets and young people looking for trouble. That's a shame, because it's so nice here. There should be more greenery and more neighbourhood watch, and I think more facilities for young people. Because the neighbourhood and playground work hardly does anything anymore, there's too little for young people aged about 12 to 20 to do, and they end up hanging around and doing silly things out of boredom. A kind of community centre or youth club where they can 'hang out' and do things together could provide a solution. For the younger children, there's plenty to do here, but the mess left by the older youth is not nice. Otherwise, I'm very satisfied here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Spangen neighbourhood in Rotterdam is known for its rich history, with iconic buildings such as the Justus van Effenblok, and the area has undergone a mix of cultural diversity and urban renewal. In recent years, the area has received much attention for improvements in liveability and safety, making it a dynamic and developing neighbourhood.
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Data from Spangen
91 within 5 km
181 within 5 km
About Mathenesserweg 79A03, Rotterdam
The asking price of €375,000 is slightly above the average sale price in Spangen (€341,476) and the average asking price (€352,444). However, this apartment is larger than the neighbourhood average of 88 m², and pre-war apartments with energy label C are relatively rare. Given the size and location, the price is in line with what similar homes in the area have sold for.
Energy label C is quite good for a home built in 1927. It means the home is reasonably efficient, though you may still have higher heating costs compared to a modern home. In Spangen, 40% of homes have label A, so this is slightly below the top tier but still respectable for its age.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bus ride. However, the neighbourhood is well served by trams and buses, with a tram stop within walking distance according to residents. The high urban density means many amenities are close by.
Residents describe Spangen as a cosy neighbourhood with a mix of families and long-term locals. One resident who has lived there for 12 years says they almost never had problems. Another mentions nice neighbours but notes some nuisance from litter and groups of youngsters. Overall, it's a friendly area with a strong community feel.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. De Korf Montessori is just 123 m away, and Mariaschool Taandersplein is 130 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk. The area has a total of 181 schools within 5 km, so options are plentiful.
The neighbourhood recorded 640 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a dense urban area. However, residents' reviews are mixed: one says they almost never had problems in 12 years, while another mentions nuisance from groups of youngsters. As with any city neighbourhood, it's worth visiting at different times to get a feel.
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