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Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Soetendaalseweg sits in the lively Oude Noorden, a neighbourhood where the streets hum with a mix of cultures and daily life. At 106 m², it offers generous living space for the area, though the energy label D means heating costs are something to keep an eye on. The asking price of €575,000 is 17% above the average neighbourhood asking price of €489,875, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
The Oude Noorden neighbourhood is one of Rotterdam's most densely populated areas, with a real village feel despite the urban bustle. Residents appreciate the mix of nationalities and the fact that people look out for each other. 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, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other." Based on seven reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.2 out of 10. Most homes are pre-war, and the area is dominated by flats, with many young adults and singles.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk, and Hoogvliet is also within easy reach. Primary schools are on your doorstep: De Fontein is just 99 metres away, and Hildegardis is 163 metres. For secondary education, you're looking at a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Rotterdam, which means all the city's amenities, from museums to markets, are easily accessible.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Baljon makelaars and Baljon makelaars.
Details of this home
Soetendaalseweg 52B, 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
89 within 5 km
172 within 5 km
About Soetendaalseweg 52B, Rotterdam
The asking price of €575,000 is 17% above the average neighbourhood asking price of €489,875. The average price per m² in Oude Noorden is €5,668, and this home works out at about €5,425 per m², which is slightly below that average. However, the energy label D is less efficient than most homes in the area, where over 50% of properties have label B or better. So the price is on the high side, but the larger floor area may justify some of the premium.
The home has energy label D. In the neighbourhood, about 24% of homes have label D or lower, while over 50% score B or better. Label D means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating bills compared to a more modern property. It's worth factoring that into your monthly costs.
You have several supermarkets within a short walk: Dirk is just around the corner (202 m), Lidl is a couple of streets away (213 m), and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk (389 m). There's also a Hoogvliet at 451 m. For other daily needs, there are plenty of local shops and restaurants, the nearest restaurant is just 0.2 km away.
Primary schools are very close: De Fontein is just 99 m away, Hildegardis at 163 m, and Quadratum at 518 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. There are also several childcare options nearby, with the nearest at 0.3 km.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km from the home. That's about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
The neighbourhood recorded 1,214 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a dense urban area. However, residents' reviews mention a strong sense of community and people looking out for each other. One resident noted that hygiene could be better, but overall the social fabric is positive.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The property is an apartment, so outdoor space is not guaranteed.
The floor area is 106 m², which typically allows for multiple rooms, but the exact layout is not provided. You would need to contact the agent for a floor plan.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden
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