Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Sonmansstraat sits in the leafy, well-loved neighbourhood of Blijdorp. With 87 m² of living space and an energy label C, it offers a solid, characterful home. At €375,000, the asking price is 20% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000, making it a keenly priced option compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Blijdorp is a calm, green pocket of Rotterdam where people still greet each other on the street. One resident describes it as a "quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another calls it "cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people" and highlights the nearby Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp. The area is popular with singles and couples, most households are one-person, and the average household size is 1.7. It's a place where you can enjoy city living without the hustle. Read more about the neighbourhood Blijdorp.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away. The local primary school, Dominicus, is on your doorstep, and OBS de Blijberg is a short walk. Older kids can walk to Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam in about five minutes. The Vroesenpark is a couple of streets away for a weekend stroll. Everything you need is within easy reach, all part of the municipality Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Max Makelaars B.V. and Funda. The asking price is €375,000, and the property has been on the market for an average of 45 days in the neighbourhood.
Details of this home
Sonmansstraat 30B02, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..
Auto-translated to English by AIit's a nice neighbourhood, right next to Vroesepark! In my opinion, there's not much to do for young people, for that you have to go to the city centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Blijdorp
Data from Blijdorp
88 within 5 km
160 within 5 km
About Sonmansstraat 30B02, Rotterdam
The asking price of €375,000 is 20% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000 and also below the median of €450,000. Given that apartments in Blijdorp typically sell for around €451,000, this listing is priced on the low side. However, the 1935 build and energy label C mean you may want to budget for potential updates.
Blijdorp is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Residents appreciate the nearby Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp, and note that people still greet each other on the street. It's a mix of ages, though mostly singles and couples. Public transport is good, with a metro station nearby.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The metro is closer, making it easy to reach the city centre.
Primary schools Dominicus (73 m) and OBS de Blijberg (174 m) are within walking distance. For secondary education, Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam is 376 m away, and Montessori Mavo is 779 m away.
The apartment has an energy label C, which is average for a pre-war building. In Blijdorp, 41.2% of homes have label C, while 44.3% have D or lower. You can expect moderate energy costs, but improvements like double glazing could boost efficiency.
At €375,000 for 87 m², the price per m² is about €4,310. The neighbourhood average is €5,245 per m², so this apartment is priced below the norm. This could reflect the older construction or the need for some modernisation.
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The plot size is not specified, so it's best to assume there is no private outdoor space. The nearby Vroesenpark offers green space just a couple of streets away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp
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