Schiemond, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Schiehavenkade sits right on the water, with a bright and open feel throughout. At 137 m², it is 27% larger than the average home in the neighbourhood, which is reflected in the price of €649,000, on the high side compared to the local median of €595,000, but in line with the larger floor area. The apartment was built in 2007 and has an A energy label, so it is well insulated and efficient. For context, most homes for sale in Schiemond are apartments in Rotterdam.
Schiemond is a lively, urban neighbourhood in Delfshaven, with a very high address density of 3,383 addresses per km². The area is popular among young professionals and families: about 30% of households have children, and a third of residents are between 25 and 45. The housing stock is almost entirely apartments (98%), and two-thirds of homes have an A or A+ energy label. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the mix of modern buildings and waterside location gives it a contemporary feel. Learn more about the Schiemond neighbourhood.
For your morning coffee or groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is a SPAR express a ten-minute walk away. Several schools are within walking distance: a secondary school (STC vmbo) is on your doorstep, and primary schools like Delfshaven and Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier are a couple of streets away. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 3.5 km away. The neighbourhood also has a park or public garden a ten-minute walk away, and plenty of restaurants nearby. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Stad en Land makelaars and Stad en Land NVM Makelaars. The price and details are as published by the agents.
Details of this home
Schiehavenkade 490, Rotterdam
Data from Schiemond
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About Schiehavenkade 490, Rotterdam
The asking price of €649,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €595,000, but the apartment is also larger than average: 137 m² versus 108 m². The price per square metre works out at about €4,737, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,595 per m². So while the total price is on the high side, you are getting more space for your money compared to other homes in Schiemond.
The apartment has an energy label A, which means it is very energy-efficient. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 63.3% of homes have label A and 26.7% have A+, so this home is in line with the local standard for efficiency.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 111 metres away, on your doorstep. There is also a SPAR express about 891 metres away, and an AH to go at 1.1 km. For daily groceries, you will not have to walk far.
Several schools are within walking distance. A secondary school, STC vmbo college for Maritiem en Techniek, is just 111 metres away. Primary schools include Delfshaven (261 m) and Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier (273 m). There is also a secondary school, De Theaterhavo/vwo, at 341 metres.
The neighbourhood recorded 327 total crimes in the latest data. This is a figure to consider, but it covers a range of offences. The area is urban and lively, with a mix of residents. You may want to look at recent trends or visit at different times to get a feel for the area.
The nearest train station is 3.5 km away, so it is not within walking distance but is reachable by bus or bike.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The apartment is on the water, so there may be a view, but outdoor space is not stated. You would need to check the floor plan or ask the agent for details.
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