A quiet spot in Lombardijen
This apartment on Plotinusstraat 25 sits in Lombardijen, a lively part of Rotterdam where residents say everything is at hand, from shops to the hospital and public transport. The home is on the fourth floor of a building from 1963, with a free view and a quiet road setting. At €280,000, the asking price sits 27% below the average asking price of €382,690 for homes in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. For context, the average asking price per m² in Lombardijen is €3,774, and this home is listed at €3,415 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its price position.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 82 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 84 m². The home has a balcony, a central heating boiler, and is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €138. The energy label is E, which is on the lower end of the scale, so expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes.
Life in Lombardijen
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.72 out of 10, based on 16 reviews. One resident says: "I think that neighbourhood is completely quiet." Another describes it as a "decent neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc." The area is home to around 15,000 people, with a mix of households, including many single-person homes. The housing stock here largely dates from between 1945 and 1970, which fits with the 1963 build year of this apartment. For more on what the area is like, have a look at the Lombardijen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. A Lidl is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, Accent VSO Op Zuid is on your doorstep, and De Catamaran primary school is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Den Duijf in Barendrecht, about 2 km away, while Service Apotheek Lombardijen pharmacy is just around the corner. The Maasstad Ziekenhuis hospital is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stop Homerusstraat with lines 70 and 76 is on your doorstep, and Rotterdam Lombardijen train station is a five-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 51 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the building dates from 1963 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Atta Makelaars and listings on Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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Frequently asked questions
About Plotinusstraat 25, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Lombardijen?
The asking price of €280,000 is 27% below the average asking price of €382,690 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The median asking price in Lombardijen is €292,250, so this apartment sits below that figure as well. At €3,415 per m², it is also below the neighbourhood average of €3,774 per m². These figures come from the current listings in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 82 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 84 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the fourth floor with a free view. The volume is 263 m³, and the property is offered as full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E, which is on the lower end of the scale. This means the home is less efficient than homes with higher labels, so you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home has a central heating boiler, according to the agent.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €138. This fee is paid by the owner of the apartment and goes towards the shared costs of the building, such as maintenance of common areas. The exact coverage of this contribution is not detailed in the listing, so it is best to check the association's documents for specifics.
What do residents say about living in Lombardijen?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.72 out of 10, based on 16 reviews. One resident says: "I think that neighbourhood is completely quiet." Another describes it as a "decent neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc." A third resident calls it a "lively neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital." The reviews reflect the general feel of the area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 51 dB Lden, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is at 38 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and aircraft noise is at 31 dB Lden, also below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The notes mention that the building was constructed in 1963 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving, not an inspection of this specific home.
What climate risks apply to this address?
The climate risk data for this address shows that pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning heavy rain is unlikely to cause significant water accumulation. Current flood risk is medium, while the 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
A Lidl is 508 metres away, which is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is 538 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. A MCD supermarket is 1,145 metres away, and there are more options within 5 km, including a SPAR express and another Lidl. These distances are measured from the property address.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus stop Homerusstraat is 195 metres away and serves lines 70 and 76. The Pythagorasweg stop is 272 metres away with line 70, and the Molenvliet stop is 314 metres away with tram line 2 and bus line 76. Rotterdam Lombardijen train station is 372 metres away, about a five-minute walk from the home.
What schools are close to this address?
Accent VSO Op Zuid, a secondary special education school, is 195 metres away. De Catamaran primary school is 482 metres away, and Scholengroep Driestar-Wartburg, Guido de Brès secondary school is 523 metres away. Basisschool Het Open Venster is 604 metres away, and De Regenboog SO special school is 627 metres away. All are within a short walk.
How is the neighbourhood in terms of safety?
The CBS data records 995 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which is a figure you can interpret for yourself. The resident reviews do not specifically mention safety, though one resident describes the area as "completely quiet." The crime figure is a general neighbourhood statistic and does not reflect any specific incident at this address.
