Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1934 apartment on Van der Meydestraat has a generous 135 m² of living space, which is 45% larger than the neighbourhood average. The energy label is D, so heating costs are something to keep an eye on. At €500,000, the price is on the high side compared to the median of €450,000 in Blijdorp, but you get a lot more square metres. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €5,245. See other apartments in Rotterdam for comparison.
Blijdorp is a leafy part of Rotterdam with a strong sense of community. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby." The area is popular with singles and couples, over half of households are one-person, and the average household size is 1.7. Most homes are apartments, and 88% were built before 1945. The neighbourhood Blijdorp has a very high density of addresses, so it feels truly urban.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep. A couple of streets away you'll find PLUS and another Albert Heijn. For school runs, primary school Dominicus is just around the corner, and the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The Vroesenpark is a couple of streets away, perfect for a stroll. The municipality Rotterdam offers all the city's amenities, with restaurants and a metro station nearby.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including De Huizenbemiddelaar Dordrecht and Funda.
Details of this home
Van der Meydestraat 36A02, 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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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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Data from Blijdorp
90 within 5 km
174 within 5 km
About Van der Meydestraat 36A02, Rotterdam
The asking price of €500,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €450,000 and the average of €467,000. However, this apartment is 135 m², which is 45% larger than the average of 93 m² in Blijdorp. The price per m² works out to about €3,704, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,245 per m². So you're paying more overall but getting more space for your money.
Blijdorp is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mix of older and younger residents. Residents appreciate the nearby Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp, and note that people greet each other on the street. It's a very urban area with a high density of addresses, but the parks and greenery give it a relaxed feel. Public transport is good, with a metro station nearby.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 48 metres away on your doorstep. Within a five-minute walk you'll also find PLUS and another Albert Heijn. For a wider selection, Dirk is about 558 metres away. So daily groceries are very convenient.
Primary school Dominicus is 381 metres away, a short walk. Other nearby primary schools include De Margriet (452 m) and OBS de Blijberg (598 m). For secondary education, the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam is 341 metres away, and Wolfert ISK is 603 metres. All are within easy walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus or bike ride. The metro station is closer, making public transport connections good.
The energy label is D, which is average for an older building. This means heating and electricity costs will be moderate but not as low as a modern, well-insulated home. In Blijdorp, 44% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The apartment is in a building from 1934, so it likely does not have a private garden. However, the Vroesenpark is just 200 metres away, offering plenty of green space for relaxation.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp
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