Under offer
Stadskern, Zutphen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Rodetorenstraat 5 sits in the oldest part of Zutphen, where the streets are narrow and the buildings steeped in history. Built in 1600, the home has a compact 53 m² floor area and an energy label C. At €245,000, the asking price is 56% below the neighbourhood average of €560,325, which makes it a keen entry point into the Stadskern. For context, apartments in Zutphen vary widely in size and price.
The neighbourhood Stadskern is a dense urban area with 2,400 residents and a very high address density (2,386 per km²). Most homes date from before 1945 (65%), and the population is older: 35% are 65-plus, while only 6% are under 15. Two residents have shared their experiences. One says: "Small in Street, Big in Quality of Life!" and praises the two-minute walk to the centre, the playground, and the ten-minute stroll to the river IJssel. Another resident gives a more mixed view: "Opinion of an average resident" mentions noise from neighbours partying until late, but adds that apart from that it's a fine neighbourhood. Both reviews highlight the old housing stock, which sometimes shows its age.
For your morning bread, SPAR is just around the corner, and AH XL is a five-minute walk away. Lidl is a couple of streets further. Families have a choice of primary schools: Bijbelgetrouw KindCentrum de Bongerd is a five-minute walk, and Jenaplanschool Walter Gillijns is about ten minutes away. For secondary education, Vrijeschool Zutphen VO and Eligant Lyceum are both within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Zutphen offers a compact city centre with all amenities close by.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Eggink Maalderink Makelaars. The listing is available on multiple platforms.
Details of this home
Rodetorenstraat 5, Zutphen
Very good · 2 residents
My experience with the neighbourhood is very positive. Although the streets are somewhat narrow and the houses here and there a bit dated, this is more than compensated by the favourable location. Within a two-minute walk you are already in the city centre, which makes living here very practical and pleasant. In addition, the neighbourhood has a nice playground and is only a ten-minute walk from the beautiful river IJssel. In the early morning you can enjoy a beautiful sunrise there, which gives a peaceful start to the day. There are also various shops within walking distance, such as Albert Heijn, Lidl and Kruidvat, as well as other amenities that you can easily use on a weekly basis.
Auto-translated to English by AIHere in the immediate vicinity, a few residents cause a lot of nuisance. Regular parties until 01:30, both on weekdays and at weekends. Apart from that, it's a fine neighbourhood. Sometimes a bit busy. Houses are old and could do with a renovation. Think cracks in walls.
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About Rodetorenstraat 5, Zutphen
The asking price of €245,000 is 56% below the neighbourhood average of €560,325, but the apartment is also much smaller than average (53 m² vs 155 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,623, which is above the neighbourhood average of €3,807 per m². So while the total price is low, you are paying a premium for the small size and historic location.
Stadskern is the historic centre of Zutphen, very densely built with narrow streets. It has a high proportion of older residents and single-person households. Reviews are mixed: one resident loves the proximity to the centre and the river, while another mentions noise from neighbours. The area has a lively, urban feel with shops and amenities within walking distance.
Zutphen train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach other cities in the region.
SPAR is just 336 metres away, AH XL at 517 metres, and Lidl at 751 metres. There are also other shops like Kruidvat within walking distance, as mentioned by a resident.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a historic building. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. Heating costs will be moderate, but you should expect higher bills than a label A home.
At 53 m², the apartment is compact and more suited to a single person or a couple. The neighbourhood has few children (only 6% under 15) and most households are single-person. There are schools nearby, but the home itself is small for a family.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Stadskern
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