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Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Ruivenstraat sits in the lively Oude Noorden, a neighbourhood where neighbours still greet each other and the Rotte river is just a stroll away. At €295,000, the asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €489,875, making it a keen entry point into Rotterdam's housing market. For context, the average price per square metre in the area is €5,668, and this home's 55 m² is smaller than the typical 98 m². If you're looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its affordability.
The Oude Noorden is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of nationalities and a strong sense of community. One resident says: "We know each other in this neighbourhood, it's a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and we live close to the Rotte." Another adds: "We've been living here for 4 years now and it's fine; people are there for each other with help when needed, and everyone knows each other." Based on seven reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.2 out of 10. The area is home to many young adults (25-45 years) and a high proportion of single-person households. Most homes are pre-war, and the neighbourhood Oude Noorden has a very strong urban character with over 7,000 addresses per km².
For daily shopping, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, a Dirk a couple of streets away, and a Lidl within a five-minute walk. Primary schools are close by: Hildegardis is on your doorstep, and De Fontein is a couple of streets away. The nearest secondary school is about a ten-minute walk. A park or public garden is a five-minute walk away, and the nearest train station is 2.1 km from the home. The municipality Rotterdam offers a wide range of amenities, with restaurants and a library also within reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via CORPOwonen and also appears on Funda. The energy label is E, which means heating costs are something to factor in.
Details of this home
Ruivenstraat 137, Rotterdam
Good · 7 residents
This neighbourhood is a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte
Auto-translated to English by AIWe've been living in this neighbourhood for 4 years now and it's fine, and people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other, only the hygiene could be better
Auto-translated to English by AIThe house is fine but people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food, and I've been living in a construction pit for over 2 years.
Auto-translated to English by AII find the neighbourhood rather one-sided in terms of residents
Auto-translated to English by AIIn this neighbourhood you'll find cosy pubs, sports clubs, schools, an abundance of shops, a choice of almost every supermarket (except Jumbo). In the last few years, more and more students have come to live in and around the Zwart Janstraat (shopping street). That creates a lively atmosphere and occasionally some noise from parties, but I certainly don't mind it. It's a mix of various ethnicities, everyone is helpful and greets each other. A few years ago, the neighbourhood was really a mess, it seems to have improved a bit now, but you can't call it clean. The Zwart Janstraat was a Formula 1 circuit, but the municipality put a stop to that with extremely high thresholds and confusing one-way streets. Occasionally, some cars still race through the side streets with an enormous racket. I wouldn't let children play outside alone quickly, especially after dusk. There are sometimes unpredictable (sometimes addicted) individuals roaming around, especially past the Noordsingel around those small sports fields. My bike was stolen last year when I wasn't looking. Likewise, some other, more valuable belongings of residents. So watch your belongings. Crooswijk borders the Oude Noorden; this neighbourhood is often in the news in mid-2023 with bomb threats. I haven't seen or heard this kind of crime here, so I can't confirm that. All in all, a vibrant neighbourhood where you won't get bored with everything you need nearby. But with a slight ghetto feel (3 out of 10), that's how I would describe it to give you an idea ;).
Auto-translated to English by AIVery noisy on the street at night, but there are also many parties in the houses. There should be more police patrols.
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Data from Oude Noorden
91 within 5 km
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About Ruivenstraat 137, Rotterdam
The asking price is 40% below the average asking price in the Oude Noorden (€489,875) and also below the average sold price (€440,037). However, the flat is smaller than the neighbourhood average (55 m² vs 98 m²). Given the lower square footage and the E energy label, the price appears keen relative to the market.
The Oude Noorden is a densely populated, urban area with a strong sense of community. Residents describe it as a mix of nationalities where people know each other and help out. It scores 7.2 out of 10 from seven reviews. The area has many young adults and single-person households, and most homes are pre-war.
The closest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 223 metres, just around the corner. Dirk is 318 metres away, and Lidl is 397 metres, all within a five-minute walk.
Primary school Hildegardis is only 93 metres away, on your doorstep. De Fontein is 317 metres, and Quadratum is 347 metres. The nearest secondary school is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is E. In the Oude Noorden, most homes for sale have a better label (only 24% are D or lower). An E label means higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes, so you should expect higher heating bills.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km from the home, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride.
With 55 m² and two bedrooms, the flat is compact. It would suit a couple or a single person. For a family with children, the space may be limited, but the neighbourhood has good schools and parks nearby.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden
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