Dijkzigt, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-year-old apartment on Samuel Soesmanstraat sits in a quiet corner of Rotterdam, with the Erasmus MC and the Euromast just a stroll away. At 81 m² it feels spacious, and with energy label A you can expect low heating bills. The rent of €1,713 is 11% below the neighbourhood average of €1,921, making it a keen deal for a new-build in this part of town. For context, it's one of the apartments in Rotterdam currently available.
Dijkzigt is a compact, urban area dominated by young professionals and students, over half of households are single, and the average age skews under 45. The streets are lively but not rowdy, with a mix of modern blocks and older housing. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the neighbourhood itself scores high on convenience: a GP, a large supermarket and a park are all within a ten-minute walk. The area is part of the Dijkzigt neighbourhood, which has a very high address density of 5,710 per km².
Your morning coffee is at SPAR express just 200 metres away, and for a bigger shop Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium and De Theaterhavo/vwo are both within a five-minute walk, and there are several primary schools a bit further out. The park or garden (plantsoen) is just around the corner, and a handful of restaurants are on your doorstep. The area falls under the municipality of Rotterdam, which keeps the streets clean and the public spaces well maintained.
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Samuel Soesmanstraat 72, Rotterdam
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About Samuel Soesmanstraat 72, Rotterdam
Yes, it's competitive. The average rent in Dijkzigt for similar properties is €1,921, so this apartment is 11% below that. The median is €1,745, so it sits just below the middle of the market. Given the new build and energy label A, it represents good value.
Dijkzigt is popular with young professionals and students, over half of households are single, and the largest age group is 25 to 45. The area is very urban with a high density, but it has a park nearby and good amenities. It's a short walk to the Erasmus MC and the city centre.
The closest supermarket is SPAR express at 202 metres, followed by AH to go at 364 metres and another SPAR express at 490 metres. For a full range, Albert Heijn is 632 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. Ekoplaza for organic goods is also within walking distance.
The nearest secondary school is Erasmiaans Gymnasium at 452 metres, and De Theaterhavo/vwo is at 526 metres. For primary education, Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier is 576 metres away. All are within a comfortable walk.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. The apartment was built in 2021, so it meets modern insulation standards. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older properties.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away. That's about a 30-minute walk or a short bus ride.
The neighbourhood recorded 628 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a city centre area. However, the street itself feels quiet and modern. It's always a good idea to check local crime maps for the most recent figures.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Dijkzigt