Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 80 m² apartment on Van Houtenstraat dates from 1939 and has an E energy label. It's priced at €395,000, which is 15% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €467,000, a keen price for a home in this part of Rotterdam. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
Blijdorp is a quiet, leafy neighbourhood where people still greet each other on the street. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another calls it "cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are nearby, and the area has a strong sense of community despite being urban. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the population is a mix of ages, with many singles and couples. The neighbourhood Blijdorp is known for its green spaces and friendly atmosphere.
For your morning bread, PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: De Margriet and Dominicus. Secondary schools like Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam and Montessori Mavo are also close by. The municipality Rotterdam offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city, with parks, restaurants and shops all within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Voorberg NVM Makelaars and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Van Houtenstraat 20D, 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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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.
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Blijdorp
Data from Blijdorp
91 within 5 km
179 within 5 km
About Van Houtenstraat 20D, Rotterdam
The asking price of €395,000 is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000, making it keenly priced. Apartments in Blijdorp typically sell for around €451,000 and take about 45 days to sell. Given the 80 m² floor area and pre-war character, this is a market-rate price.
Blijdorp is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Residents describe it as cosy and neighbourly, with people greeting each other on the street. The Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are nearby, and there are plenty of shops, restaurants and bars within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The area is well served by public transport, including a metro line.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. In Blijdorp, 44% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war apartment.
Yes, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Primary schools De Margriet (171 m) and Dominicus (421 m) are both a short walk away. Secondary schools include Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam (157 m) and Montessori Mavo (369 m).
PLUS is just 179 m away, and Albert Heijn is 258 m from the home. There are also Dirk and other Albert Heijn branches within a few hundred metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp
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