Van der Meydestraat 18D
Blijdorp, Rotterdam
AreaA 1930s apartment in lively Blijdorp
This apartment sits in Blijdorp, a neighbourhood in Rotterdam Noord where residents describe a quiet, green setting with the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. The area has a strong urban feel, with a high address density and many single-person households. The asking price of €365,000 is 22% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €467,996. For context, the average asking price for [apartments in Rotterdam] reflects the wider municipal market.
Inside the home
Built in 1932, this apartment is on the third floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 58 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home has a balcony, a central heating boiler, and is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €121. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes.
Life in Blijdorp
Residents of Blijdorp give their neighbourhood an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another mentions: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." The reviews highlight the greenery, the nearby park and zoo, and the good public transport connections. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a large share of residents between 25 and 45. It is a place where people still greet each other on the street, according to the reviews. This is [the Blijdorp neighbourhood] as described by those who live there.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with a PLUS just around the corner. The Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam secondary school is a couple of streets away, and the Dominicus primary school is within a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Blijdorp is on your doorstep, and the BENU Apotheek Blijdorp is just around the corner. Metro station Blijdorp is on your doorstep with line E, and bus stops on the Statenweg and Stadhoudersplein are just around the corner with lines 10 and 13. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. These are the practical connections within [the municipality of Rotterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €357,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €222,000 to €357,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 58 dB, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Huizenbemiddelaar aan den IJssel and De Huizenbemiddelaar Maassluis, as well as listings on Pararius, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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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.
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About Van der Meydestraat 18D, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Blijdorp?
The asking price of €365,000 is 22% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €467,996. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,166, while this home is listed at €6,293 per square metre based on the agent's stated living area of 58 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the third floor and has a balcony. The agent lists the living area as 58 m², while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home is offered as full ownership with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €121.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €357,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 61%, from €222,000 in 2020 to €357,000 in 2025.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 58 dB, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 41 dB and aircraft noise is 33 dB, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just 63 metres from the door, making it the closest option. A PLUS supermarket is about 298 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 503 metres. A Dirk supermarket is at 536 metres. In total, there are 91 supermarkets within five kilometres.
What do residents say about living in Blijdorp?
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other. Another mentions the greenery, the nearby Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp, and the good public transport. Some residents note that many people live alone and there is little sense of community.
How far is the nearest metro station?
Metro station Blijdorp is just 79 metres from the apartment, served by line E. Bus stops are also close by: the Statenweg stop at 129 metres with lines 10 and 13, and the Stadhoudersplein stop at 177 metres with line 10. Rotterdam Centraal train station is about 1.1 kilometres away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home was built in 1932, which is typical for the area, where nearly 89% of homes date from before 1945.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam secondary school is 235 metres away. The Dominicus primary school is at 323 metres, and De Margriet primary school is at 370 metres. OBS de Blijberg primary school is at 545 metres, and the Montessori Mavo secondary school is at 569 metres.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on public data at the area level, not an inspection of the property itself. The home was built in 1932, which is before 1970, a factor that is considered in the risk assessment.
