Bergpolder, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 73 m² apartment on Stadhoudersweg sits in Bergpolder, a pocket of Rotterdam where old and new rub along. The asking price of €375,000 matches the neighbourhood median exactly, so it's in line with the market. For context, apartments in Rotterdam sell at a range of prices, but here you're paying a fair rate for the size and location.
Bergpolder is a neighbourhood of contrasts. One resident calls it "Good", noting friendly people. Another describes it as a "Quiet neighbourhood with room for improvement", saying it has improved significantly, with renovated apartments and a mix of residents from yuppies to families. But a third review is blunt: "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 built (over 5,900 addresses per km²) and mostly pre-war housing, with a third owner-occupied. The neighbourhood Bergpolder is home to many singles and young adults, and the streets can feel bare, though inner gardens offer some respite.
For your morning bread, the PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep. Albert Heijn and Dirk are just around the corner too. School runs are short: De Margriet primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam is even closer. The municipality Rotterdam has a lot to offer, but here in Bergpolder you're also near parks and restaurants within a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Maarten Makelaardij and other platforms. The agent has provided full details on the property.
Details of this home
Stadhoudersweg 53C, 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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About Stadhoudersweg 53C, Rotterdam
The asking price of €375,000 is exactly the median sale price in Bergpolder, so it's in line with what similar homes have sold for recently. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,120, which for 73 m² works out to about €373,760, very close to the asking price. So it's a fair market price.
The energy label is D. That's a middling score, not the most efficient, but not the worst either. In Bergpolder, about 42% of homes have label C and 33% have D or lower, so this is typical for the area. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme.
Bergpolder is very convenient for daily errands. The PLUS supermarket is just 65 metres away, and there are several other supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. Primary and secondary schools are also close by. The area is densely built, so everything you need is nearby, though green space is limited, the nearest park is about 300 metres away.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is a bit of a walk (about 25 minutes) or a short bus ride. However, the neighbourhood is well served by trams and buses, the high address density means frequent stops. For local travel, you're well connected.
The neighbourhood recorded 556 total crimes in the latest data, which for a population of over 8,000 is moderate. Reviews are mixed: some residents feel safe and mention friendly people, while others note an unfriendly atmosphere. It's a typical urban area with a mix of experiences.
Bergpolder has a young, single population, over half the residents are between 25 and 45, and 42% of households are single-person. Only 8% of households have children. It's a diverse area with a mix of students, young professionals, and longer-term residents, as reflected in the reviews.
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