A compact flat in Tarwewijk
This two-bedroom apartment on Pleinweg in Rotterdam's Tarwewijk offers a smart entry into the city's housing market. At €180,000, the asking price sat 36% below the neighbourhood average of €281,491, a keen price for a 55 m² home with an energy label B. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one was priced to move. This home has not been online since 24 September 2026.
The neighbourhood: Tarwewijk
Tarwewijk is a diverse, up-and-coming area south of the Maas. One resident calls it a "top location and affordable," noting that "the neighbourhood was improving more and more each year" thanks to rent laws that had reduced slumlords. Another says it's "a nice spot with a diversity of people" but mentions that "pollution is quite a problem, especially around overflowing bins." The neighbourhood Tarwewijk is densely populated (over 12,000 residents) and very urban, with a mix of young adults and families. Most homes are pre-war rentals, but owner-occupied flats like this one are becoming more common.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you have a PLUS supermarket just around the corner and an Aldi a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including CBS Elout van Soeterwoude and OBS De Globe. The municipality Rotterdam keeps the city buzzing, with the Zuiderpark a ten-minute walk away and the city centre a quarter of an hour by bike. Public transport is excellent: the metro is on your doorstep, and Rotterdam Central is a short ride away.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including CORPOwonen and Funda. The agent had provided full details on the property's size, energy label, and year of construction.
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About Pleinweg 43B, Rotterdam
Was €180,000 a fair price for this flat?
The asking price of €180,000 was 36% below the average asking price in Tarwewijk (€281,491) and also below the median of €264,000. Given that the flat was 55 m² with energy label B, it was priced keenly compared to other homes in the neighbourhood. However, the average price per m² in the area was €3,789, which would put a 55 m² flat at around €208,000, so this listing was below that benchmark.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
This flat has energy label B, which is quite efficient. In Tarwewijk, only about 20% of homes have label A or better, so label B is above average.
How is the public transport in Tarwewijk?
Public transport is excellent. The nearest metro station is just around the corner, giving you quick access to Rotterdam city centre and Zuidplein. The nearest train station is 3.3 km away, so for long-distance travel you'd likely use the metro or bus to connect.
What are the neighbours like?
Residents describe the area as diverse and improving. One says it's a "top location and affordable" with more families moving in. Another notes it's "a nice spot with a diversity of people" but mentions that it can be busy at night. The neighbourhood has a mix of young adults and families, with many single-person households.
How far are the shops and schools?
A PLUS supermarket is 329 metres away, just around the corner. An Aldi is 397 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 508 metres. For primary schools, CBS Elout van Soeterwoude is 329 metres away, and OBS De Globe is 430 metres. Everything you need for daily life is within a short walk.
Is the neighbourhood safe?
Tarwewijk has had a mixed reputation, but residents say it's improving. One notes that "it sometimes still has a bad reputation, but that is undeserved except for a few streets." The total number of crimes reported in the area is 982, which is relatively high for a neighbourhood of this size, but many residents feel safe during the day.
What is the parking situation like?
Parking in Tarwewijk is typical for a dense urban area. Most streets have paid parking or permit zones.
