Middelland, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1887 apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal sits right in the middle of lively Middelland, a neighbourhood with a real mix of people and plenty going on. At 61 m² it's compact, but the high ceilings and classic proportions give it character. The energy label is E, so heating costs will be something to factor in. At €275,000, the asking price is well below the neighbourhood average for apartments in Rotterdam, making it a notably keen entry point into this part of the city.
Residents describe Middelland as a cosy, green neighbourhood with sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby. One says: "Very safe and comfortable." Another calls it "a very good neighbourhood" with a real mix of people, schools, playgrounds, and a square where fun things are often organised. The neighbourhood newspaper lists activities at the wijkpaleis and neighbourhood parties, so everyone feels welcome. The council cleans every morning, so it's almost always tidy. It's a densely populated area with many singles and young adults, and the neighbourhood Middelland has a strong urban feel.
For daily groceries, the SPAR express is on your doorstep, and Ekoplaza is just around the corner. A couple of streets away you'll find an Albert Heijn. For school runs, KC Het Oude Westen (primary) is a five-minute walk, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium (secondary) is also within easy reach. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden just around the corner, and the municipality Rotterdam keeps the streets clean and tidy.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Max Makelaars B.V. and Funda.
Details of this home
's-Gravendijkwal 129A02, Rotterdam
Good · 3 residents
Very safe and comfortable
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat spot in Rotterdam.
Auto-translated to English by AII live right in the middle of Middelland. It's a very good neighbourhood. There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone. There are nice singles, schools, playgrounds, Marktplein and a square where fun things are often organised, each time with different themes, and a beautiful wijkpaleis where everyone is welcome, and that brings the neighbourhood closer together. There's also a neighbourhood newspaper that lists the activities at the wijkpaleis / the square / neighbourhood parties. So that everyone knows about them and feels welcome to take part. In this neighbourhood, they think of everyone and try to make everyone feel at home and comfortable in the community of the neighbourhood. Every morning the council cleans everything up and it's almost always tidy in the neighbourhood. There are 4 different trams, 2 bus lines and a metro no more than 5 minutes' walk from my house, so it's also well connected. All in all, it's the best neighbourhood for me to live in; I wouldn't actually want to leave, even though I'll have to soon because of family expansion. I really love this neighbourhood and the people.
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Data from Middelland
95 within 5 km
200 within 5 km
About 's-Gravendijkwal 129A02, Rotterdam
The asking price of €275,000 is 50% below the average asking price in Middelland (€548,291), but the apartment is also smaller than average (61 m² vs 112 m²). Given the compact size and energy label E, the price is on the low side for the neighbourhood, reflecting the trade-off between location and condition.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. In a neighbourhood where most homes for sale have better labels (over 60% are A, B or C), you can expect higher heating costs. It's worth checking the exact insulation and heating system before buying.
Residents mention four different trams, two bus lines and a metro within a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, so for national rail connections you'd need a short tram or bike ride.
A SPAR express is just 61 metres away, and Ekoplaza is 171 metres. Albert Heijn is 373 metres. There are also restaurants, a library and a park within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a square with regular events and a wijkpaleis.
One resident says the neighbourhood is "very safe and comfortable." The total number of recorded crimes in the area is 1,214, but without context it's hard to compare. The resident also notes the council cleans every morning and the area is almost always tidy.
The neighbourhood has a high proportion of singles (3,820 one-person households) and many residents aged 25-45. There are also families with children (1,420 households). The mix is diverse, as one resident puts it: "There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone."
6 homes in the neighbourhood Middelland
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