A classic upper maisonette in Rubroek
This 1952 upper maisonette on Van Alkemadestraat 24 sits in Rubroek, a lively part of Rotterdam where the streets buzz with students and families. The home is on the second floor and has a balcony, with a free view over a quiet road in the centre. The asking price is €325,000, which is 17% below the average asking price of €391,554 for apartments in Rotterdam.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 57 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 55 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €11,400, which is a significant amount to factor into the running costs.
Rubroek, a neighbourhood with character
Rubroek is a district where residents give their surroundings an average score of 7.65, based on fourteen reviews. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really." Another notes: "We regularly have trouble with full rubbish bins, causing rubbish bags to be left on the street, and I see in the neighbourhood app that there are issues with stolen packages from delivery services." A third adds: "It's fairly quiet, everything is nearby and very nice to live." The district has about 8,430 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 59%. These reviews describe the wider district of Kralingen-Crooswijk, not just the Rubroek neighbourhood itself.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away and Dirk a five-minute walk. For schools, Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both on your doorstep. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven, a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Rubroek BV is just around the corner. Tram stops Meent, Jonker Fransstraat and Kipstraat are all within a five-minute walk, served by lines 6 and 7. Rotterdam Blaak station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Rotterdam offers extensive connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €275,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 18% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 37%, from €201,000 to €275,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 51 dB, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the area-level climate indications show low risk of pluvial flooding and current flood risk, with medium heat stress now and elevated heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including @Work Makelaardij on Vastgoed Nederland.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Layout
Construction
Outdoor space
The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Van Alkemadestraat 24, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €325,000 is 17% below the average asking price of €391,554 for homes in Rubroek. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,033, while this home is listed at €5,702 per m² based on the agent's floor area. These figures are provided for context.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This upper maisonette has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 57 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 55 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the second floor with a free view over a quiet road in the centre.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €275,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 37%, from €201,000 in 2020 to €275,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the road traffic noise level at this address is 51 dB, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 31 dB and aircraft noise is 27 dB, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Albert Heijn is about 235 metres away, Jumbo about 360 metres, and Dirk about 503 metres. For schools, Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both about 198 metres away, with Koningin Wilhelminaschool at 446 metres. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven at 983 metres, and Apotheek Rubroek BV is at 202 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Meent, about 166 metres away, served by lines 6 and 7. Jonker Fransstraat and Kipstraat stops are also nearby, both on the same lines. Rotterdam Blaak train station is about 655 metres away, making it a ten-minute walk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The label itself does not indicate the structural condition of the home.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €11,400. This is a significant amount that covers the costs of the shared building. It is important to factor this into the total monthly costs of owning this home.
