Mijnsherenlaan 231D
Tarwewijk, Rotterdam
AreaA pre-war apartment in Tarwewijk
This 1938 apartment on Mijnsherenlaan has a lived-in feel, with 68 m² of space and an energy label D. The asking price of €239,500 is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €282,279, making it a keen entry into the Rotterdam market. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and condition.
The Tarwewijk neighbourhood
Tarwewijk is a diverse, improving area with a mix of families and singles. One resident says: 'The neighbourhood is improving more and more each year. Thanks to the rent law, there are fewer slumlords and more and more families.' Another notes: 'Good, quiet, but the municipality could pay a bit more attention, like containers with an awful lot of mess.' A third adds: 'Pollution is quite a problem, especially around overflowing bins where seagulls get at them.' Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores 6.83 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and about 22% are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Tarwewijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily shopping is easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and PLUS, Aldi and Dirk are a couple of streets away. For school runs, CBS Elout van Soeterwoude is on your doorstep, OBS De Globe is a five-minute walk, and Montfort College (secondary) is about a ten-minute walk. The Zuiderpark is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre is a quarter of an hour by bike. The municipality of the municipality of Rotterdam oversees local amenities.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Schildtvoorde NVM Makelaardij.
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About Mijnsherenlaan 231D, Rotterdam
Is €239,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €239,500 is 15% below the average asking price in Tarwewijk (€282,279) and also below the median of €254,500. Given the 68 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €3,522, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €3,814 per m². So it is priced keenly compared to other homes currently for sale.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, meaning the home is not particularly energy-efficient. Heating costs will be moderate but higher than for a home with label A or B. In Tarwewijk, about 39% of homes have label D or lower, so this is fairly typical for the area.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 3.3 km away. That is about a 40-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride. The metro and bus connections in the area provide alternatives for public transport.
What are the neighbours like in Tarwewijk?
Residents describe the neighbourhood as diverse and improving. One says: 'The neighbourhood is improving more and more each year... more and more families.' Another notes it is 'good, quiet' but mentions issues with bin overflow. A third appreciates the diversity: 'a nice spot with a diversity of people.' The area has a mix of singles and families, with an average household size of 1.9.
How close are supermarkets and schools?
Albert Heijn is 382 m away, just around the corner. PLUS, Aldi and Dirk are within 464,575 m, a couple of streets away. For primary schools, CBS Elout van Soeterwoude is 324 m, OBS De Globe is 435 m, and Montfort College (secondary) is 575 m. All are within a short walk.
What is the crime rate like in Tarwewijk?
The neighbourhood recorded 982 total crimes in the latest data. That is relatively high for a neighbourhood of about 12,330 residents. However, residents note that the bad reputation is 'undeserved except for a few streets' and that the area is improving.
Is this a good area for cycling?
Yes, the city centre is a quarter of an hour by bike, and the Zuiderpark is around the corner. The area is flat and well-connected by cycle paths. The train station is also a 10-minute bike ride away.
What is the property type and year of construction?
This is an apartment built in 1938. It is part of the pre-war housing stock that makes up 77% of homes in Tarwewijk. The building likely has typical features of that era, such as high ceilings and solid construction.
