Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Van Nideckstraat sits in a quiet corner of Blijdorp, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a city district. With 95 m² of living space and a C energy label, it's a solid home that matches the local market. The asking price of €495,000 is in line with what other apartments in Rotterdam are going for, apartments in Rotterdam in this price range tend to be similar in size and age.
Blijdorp is a leafy, well-connected part of Rotterdam where neighbours still greet each other on the street. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby." Another adds: "Cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people." A third notes it's "peaceful living in the city" but with "little sense of community." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.55 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the area is popular with singles and couples, the Blijdorp neighbourhood has a high proportion of one-person households.
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away. There are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too: primary school Dominicus is on your doorstep, and OBS de Blijberg is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam is just around the corner. The Vroesenpark is a couple of streets away, perfect for a morning jog or an evening stroll. The municipality of Rotterdam keeps the area well-maintained, with a GP and restaurants within walking distance.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Voorberg NVM Makelaars. The details reflect the situation at the time of writing.
Details of this home
Van Nideckstraat 18A01, 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
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About Van Nideckstraat 18A01, Rotterdam
The asking price of €495,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €467,000 and the median of €450,000. However, this apartment is 95 m², while the average sold apartment in Blijdorp is 93 m². Given the size and the fact that similar apartments in the area sell for around €451,000 on average, the price is in line with the market.
The home has energy label C. This means it has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but it's not the most modern. In Blijdorp, 41.2% of homes have label C, and 44.3% have a lower label (D or worse). So this home is about average for the neighbourhood. You can expect moderate energy bills.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away. That's about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. The neighbourhood is well-connected by metro and bus, so you have options for getting around Rotterdam.
Blijdorp has a mix of residents, but it's not particularly family-oriented. Only about 18% of households have children, and the average household size is 1.7 people. There are schools nearby, including primary schools within a five-minute walk, but the area is more popular with singles and couples.
The neighbourhood recorded 739 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate number for a city area. Residents mention it's quiet and neighbours look out for each other, which contributes to a sense of safety.
The listing does not mention parking. In Blijdorp, many streets have permit parking. You would need to check with the municipality for specific parking permits and availability near Van Nideckstraat.
Yes, the Vroesenpark is just 0.2 km away, on your doorstep. It's a large park popular for walks, jogging, and relaxing. Diergaarde Blijdorp (the zoo) is also nearby, as residents mention.
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