Bergpolder, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 125 m² apartment on Stadhoudersweg sits in the lively, mixed neighbourhood of Bergpolder. Built in 1949, it has energy label C, not the most efficient, but far from the worst. At €650,000, the asking price is 66% above the neighbourhood average of €390,956, which is partly explained by the floor area being 51% larger than the typical 83 m² in the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size.
Bergpolder is a neighbourhood where old and new meet. One resident describes it as "Quiet neighbourhood with room for improvement," noting that "Bergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal." Another resident gives a more mixed view: "Unfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer." Based on five reviews, the average score is 6.54. The area is densely populated (5,956 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, no single-family homes. A third of homes are owner-occupied, and the population is young, with many 25-45 year olds. The neighbourhood Bergpolder is clearly gentrifying, but retains a mix of social housing and private ownership.
For your daily shopping, a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are also an Aldi and a Dirk within a five-minute walk. For families, primary school De Margriet is a couple of streets away, and Montessori Mavo secondary school is on your doorstep. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden just around the corner, and a restaurant within a few minutes' walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive amenities, though the nearest train station is a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Baljon makelaars and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels. The listing includes full details on floor area, year of construction, and energy label.
Details of this home
Stadhoudersweg 5, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Since I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfriendly neighbourhood..everyone on their own island..houses damp and poor in winter..bloody hot in summer.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, often many outings and organisations that are made here for children as well as for adults, good causes are achieved and good environment
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet living, though expensive, the Schieweg is often messy and there should be more benches in the neighbourhood. Here and there some green spots to enjoy nature. Supermarkets are a bit of a walk away, but there's a chip shop and a convenience store on every street corner. The Schieweg also has its own tram stop with frequent trams. Buses are scarce in the area.
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174 within 5 km
About Stadhoudersweg 5, Rotterdam
The asking price is 66% above the neighbourhood average of €390,956, but this apartment is also 51% larger than the typical 83 m² in Bergpolder. The price per m² works out to €5,200, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €5,120 per m². So while the total price is high, it reflects the extra space.
The apartment has energy label C. This is a middle-of-the-road rating, not as efficient as modern homes, but better than many older properties. In Bergpolder, 42.3% of homes have label C, and 33.3% have D or lower. You can expect reasonable energy costs, but not the lowest possible.
The CBS data records 556 total crimes in the area, but without a per-capita figure it is hard to compare. Residents' reviews are mixed: one mentions a "quiet neighbourhood with room for improvement," while another describes it as "unfriendly." The area is densely populated and urban, so typical city considerations apply.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The high address density (5,956 per km²) suggests frequent services.
Yes, several schools are close by. Primary school De Margriet is 259 m away, and Montessori Mavo secondary school is just 204 m from the apartment. There are also other primary and secondary schools within a few hundred metres, making it convenient for families.
The neighbourhood has a young population, with 55% aged 25-45. Many households are single-person (70%), and only 13% of households have children. The area is popular with professionals and students, and the mix of social and private housing creates a diverse community.
In Bergpolder, sold homes had an average listing duration of 44 days. That is a reasonable timeframe, not extremely fast, but not slow either. The market is active, with 458 homes sold in the reference period.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bergpolder
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