A grand apartment in Blijdorp
This ground-floor apartment on the Schieweg sits in Blijdorp, a leafy part of Rotterdam Noord where residents still greet each other on the street. The asking price is €675,000, and the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €465,644. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,183, while this home is listed at €4,561 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you're weighing this against other apartments in Rotterdam, the price reflects a home that is significantly larger than the typical Blijdorp offering.
The home itself
Built in 1937, this benedenwoning (souterrain) spans two floors and offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 148 m², while the BAG registration records 230 m². The home has a garden at the rear (90 m²) facing southwest, plus a balcony, and it sits on the ground floor. According to the agent, the property features HR+ glazing, cavity wall insulation, floor insulation, and is fully insulated, with a central heating boiler and underfloor heating throughout. It is freehold, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €296.43. The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label.
Life in Blijdorp
Blijdorp is a neighbourhood of contrasts: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45, and 54% of households are single-person, yet the streets feel quiet and green. Residents give the area an average score of 7.55 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here." A third resident notes it's "Peaceful living in the city," though they mention "Many individuals, little sense of community." The Vroesenpark and the zoo are clearly part of daily life here, and the mix of ages seems to work well. For more on the area, see the Blijdorp neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered: the pharmacy is on your doorstep, and the Albert Heijn and Aldi are just around the corner, with a PLUS a couple of streets away. For schools, Montessori Mavo is a couple of streets away, and primary school De Margriet is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Blijdorp is a ten-minute walk, and the Franciscus Gasthuis hospital is a bit further out. Public transport is handy: tram lines 4 and 8 stop at Schiekade/Walenburgerweg on your doorstep, and bus lines 1, 5 and 38 at Spoorsingel just around the corner. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, which puts the rest of the city within easy reach. This is all part of the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, these are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and for climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is low, but by 2050 flood risk is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaar1 Internetmakelaar - Zelf uw huis verkopen.
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About Schieweg 22A, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Blijdorp?
The asking price is €675,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €465,644, and the average asking price per m² is €5,183. This home is listed at €4,561 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 148 m². The figures are presented as they are, without a judgement on whether the price is high or low relative to the market.
What is the layout and condition of this apartment?
This ground-floor benedenwoning has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The agent lists the living area at 148 m², while the BAG registration records 230 m². It has a rear garden of 90 m² facing southwest, a balcony, and is freehold. The agent states the home has HR+ glazing, cavity wall insulation, floor insulation, and is fully insulated, with underfloor heating throughout.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also mentions HR+ glazing, cavity wall insulation, floor insulation, and full insulation, which support energy efficiency. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as usage patterns vary.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation. You would need to check with the municipality for the current WOZ value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 35 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 31 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home, so actual noise experienced may vary.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1937. However, this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. A professional survey would be needed for a definitive assessment, but the data suggests low risk.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this area?
Area-level climate data indicates that pluvial flooding risk is low, and current flood risk is low. However, by 2050, flood risk is projected to be medium. Heat stress is currently medium, and by 2050 it is expected to be elevated. These are area-level indications, not specific to this property, and they reflect broader climate projections for the location.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is 264 metres away, the Aldi is 281 metres, and the PLUS is 393 metres, so groceries are within a short walk. For schools, Montessori Mavo (secondary) is 151 metres away, and primary school De Margriet is 328 metres. There are also several other schools within a few hundred metres, making it convenient for families.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The tram stop Schiekade/Walenburgerweg is 121 metres away, served by tram lines 4 and 8. The bus stop Spoorsingel is 263 metres away, with bus lines 1, 5 and 38. Rotterdam Centraal train station is 791 metres away, about a ten-minute walk, providing national rail connections. This makes the home well connected for commuting.
What do residents say about living in Blijdorp?
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby." Another mentions: "Cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people." A third notes it's "Peaceful living in the city" but adds "Many individuals, little sense of community."
