A calm spot in Kralingen Oost
This apartment on Polanenstraat sits on a quiet road in a residential area of Kralingen Oost, a part of Rotterdam where the streets feel settled and the pace is relaxed. The asking price of €395,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €827,040, which puts it well below the norm for this part of town. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,874, while this home comes in at €4,647 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its price position.
The home itself
Built in 1933, this apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed as 85 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home has a balcony, is located on the fourth floor, and comes with double glazing and partial double glazing, a central heating boiler, and full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €191.18. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage.
Life in Kralingen Oost
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.75, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really." Another resident, who grew up here, notes: "I grew up in Kralingen so from my perspective it's a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram." A third review is less positive, mentioning that "no one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green." The neighbourhood has around 8,600 residents, and about 62% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Kralingen Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a couple of streets away, and Ekoplaza within a five-minute walk. The Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool is on your doorstep, and there are several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Kralingen, Praktijk S.B. Raja, a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Ramleh is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the Avenue Concordia tram stop is just around the corner with lines 1, 4, 7 and 11, and the Voorschoterlaan metro stop is a five-minute walk with lines 5, 7, A, B, C and 15. Rotterdam Blaak station is about 1.7 km away. This is all within the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of buildings in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Baljon makelaars and their listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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About Polanenstraat 17B03, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Kralingen Oost?
The asking price of €395,000 is 52% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €827,040. Per square metre, the price is €4,647, which is 21% lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,874 per m². This makes the price keen relative to the local market, though the home is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 134 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is 85 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the fourth floor. The property is offered with full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect energy costs that are neither very low nor very high. The exact amount will depend on your usage and the current energy prices. The home has double glazing and partial double glazing, which can help with insulation, but the label itself does not guarantee specific savings.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1933, and that 2% of buildings in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 30 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 29 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the year 2022 and 2023, and they are area-level indications, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, about 400 metres away. Albert Heijn and Aldi are both about 474 metres away, and Ekoplaza is about 514 metres. There are also more options within a short distance, including another Albert Heijn at about 777 metres. So daily groceries are within easy walking distance.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool, a primary school, is just 49 metres away. Other primary schools within about 600 metres include Vrije School Vredehof, Montessorischool Kralingen, and De Bavokring. For secondary education, the Vrije School Zuid-Holland voor Atheneum Havo Mavo is about 514 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Avenue Concordia, about 200 metres away, with tram lines 1, 4, 7 and 11. The Voorschoterlaan metro stop is about 426 metres away, served by metro lines A, B and C, as well as trams and buses. The Essenlaan stop is about 512 metres away. Rotterdam Blaak train station is about 1.7 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.75 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident praises the safety and cleanliness, while another mentions the easy access to metro and tram. A third review is critical of the social atmosphere and the amount of green space. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association fee is €191.18. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and the building's insurance.
