Lombardijen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Plotinusstraat sits in a calm part of Lombardijen, a neighbourhood that residents describe as 'completely quiet'. With 71 m² of living space and an E energy label, it's a practical home for someone looking for a solid base in Rotterdam-Zuid. The asking price of €245,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €413,958, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Lombardijen is a mixed residential area with a strong urban feel, the address density is high at 2,655 addresses per km². Around 29% of homes are owner-occupied, and the area has a good share of families with children. Residents appreciate the peace: one says 'I think that neighbourhood is completely quiet', while another calls it a 'decent neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc.' A third notes it's a 'lively neighbourhood with everything at hand'. Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 6.72 out of 10. For more context, see the Lombardijen neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: a Lidl and a Jumbo are both just around the corner, and a GP practice is a couple of streets away. For families, primary school De Catamaran is a five-minute walk, and secondary school Guido de Brès is about the same distance. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The area also has a library and restaurants within walking distance. For a broader view of the surroundings, check the municipality of Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Zuidstad Makelaars.
Details of this home
Plotinusstraat 114, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 16 residents
I think that neighbourhood is completely quiet
Auto-translated to English by AIDecent neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc.
Auto-translated to English by AILively neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a shame that so much rubbish is thrown outside the bins in the neighbourhood, and that bulky waste is not reported by residents, resulting in a lot of litter and vermin.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately, Lombardijen has deteriorated significantly, especially in the last 10 years. You can see it visibly becoming impoverished, which is such a shame for such a beautiful neighbourhood that always had a reputation as a nice, clean, tidy neighbourhood. Unfortunately, both the residents and certainly the municipality of Rotterdam contribute to this. Safety is hard to find, drug nuisance, nuisance at the underground containers where all household items are just dumped. Rubbish on the street, which a number of residents try to keep up with by regularly picking it up, otherwise we see the rats and mice dancing merrily around the containers. And this is just a small impression of the waste pit of Rotterdam. The municipality must stop cutting costs and handing out fewer bonuses to the higher-ups, use money for the neighbourhoods and ensure that it becomes liveable again for the real Rotterdammers.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a decent neighbourhood but there could be improvements like more bins and more cleaning of the rubbish on the street.
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Data from Lombardijen
51 within 5 km
150 within 5 km
About Plotinusstraat 114, Rotterdam
The asking price of €245,000 is 41% below the average asking price in Lombardijen (€413,958) and also below the median of €299,250. However, the apartment is smaller than average (71 m² vs 112 m²) and has an E energy label, which may affect running costs. Given the lower price per m² (€3,451 vs the neighbourhood average of €3,688), it appears priced for its size and condition.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to homes with labels A-C. In Lombardijen, over half of homes (52.7%) have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area. It may be worth considering energy-saving measures to improve comfort and reduce bills.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. Residents mention public transport as a plus, with one saying 'everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc.' The high address density (2,655 per km²) suggests good urban connectivity.
A Lidl and a Jumbo supermarket are both within 600 metres, so daily groceries are a short walk away. A GP practice is 400 metres from the home. For dining, a restaurant is 400 metres away, and a library is 800 metres. The neighbourhood also has a hospital, as noted by residents.
Primary school De Catamaran is 478 metres away (about a five-minute walk), and Basisschool Het Open Venster is 606 metres. For secondary education, Guido de Brès is 457 metres away. There is also a special education school, Accent VSO Op Zuid, at 245 metres. The area has a good selection of schools within walking distance.
The neighbourhood recorded 995 total crimes in the latest data, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. Residents' reviews are mixed: one calls it 'completely quiet', another 'decent', and a third 'lively'. The overall review score is 6.72 out of 10, suggesting a generally satisfactory environment.
Lombardijen has a mix of households: about 2,455 households with children and 3,575 single-person households. The average household size is 2.0. With several primary schools nearby and a park just 300 metres away, it can be suitable for families. Residents describe it as quiet and having everything at hand.
In Lombardijen, sold homes took an average of 56 days to sell. This is a moderate pace, indicating a balanced market. The current listing has 52 apartments for sale, so buyers have some choice. The price of this apartment is below average, which may attract interest.
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