Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1949 apartment on Stadhoudersplein sits in a quiet, green pocket of Rotterdam. With 98 m² and an energy label D, it's a solid, no-nonsense home. At €478,000, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €467,000, reflecting the larger-than-average floor area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one is keenly priced for its size.
Blijdorp is a leafy, urban neighbourhood where people still greet each other on the street. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another calls it "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." A third notes "Peaceful living in the city" but adds "many individuals, little sense of community." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.55. It's a dense area with many singles and young adults, and the neighbourhood Blijdorp is one of Rotterdam's most sought-after for its parks and zoo.
For your morning bread, PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Kids can walk to De Margriet primary school in a few minutes, and the Grafisch Lyceum secondary school is practically on your doorstep. The Vroesenpark is a five-minute stroll, perfect for an evening walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers excellent public transport, with a metro stop nearby and a train station 2.2 km away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Maarten Makelaardij, Maarten Makelaardij Rotterdam, and MAARTENMakelaardij Rotterdam B.V.
Details of this home
Stadhoudersplein 24A, 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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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.
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About Stadhoudersplein 24A, Rotterdam
The asking price of €478,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €467,000, but this apartment is larger than the typical 93 m² in Blijdorp. Given the 98 m² and the fact that similar apartments in the area sell for around €451,000 on average, the price is in line with the market for a home of this size.
The energy label is D, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means you can expect moderate energy costs, but not the highest efficiency. In Blijdorp, 44% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
Blijdorp has a mix of residents, with many singles and young adults. Only about 10% of households have children, but there are good schools nearby, like De Margriet primary school and the Grafisch Lyceum secondary school. The Vroesenpark offers green space for kids to play.
The nearest metro station is within walking distance, and the train station is 2.2 km away. The area is well-connected, with bus and tram stops nearby. The high address density (5196 addresses per km²) means you're in a very urban area with frequent services.
The neighbourhood recorded 739 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. Residents describe it as quiet and neighbourly, with people greeting each other on the street. The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp add to the pleasant atmosphere.
With an energy label D, heating and electricity bills will be moderate but not minimal. You would need to budget for typical apartment costs like VvE contributions, which are common for this type of property.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not provided, so it's likely this apartment has no private outdoor space. However, the Vroesenpark is just 200 metres away, offering plenty of green space.
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