Van Swietenlaan 28
Zuidplein, Rotterdam
AreaVan Swietenlaan 28, Rotterdam
This two-bedroom apartment on Van Swietenlaan sits in the lively Zuidplein area of Rotterdam. With 68 m² of living space and a B energy label, it's a practical home for someone who wants to be right in the thick of things. The asking price of €230,000 is 29% below the neighbourhood average of €324,786, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Rotterdam.
Buurt Zuidplein
Zuidplein is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very high address density. It's a mix of singles and families, with many residents living alone. Two residents share their views: one says "the facilities and the apartment itself are nice. But around the building there is a lot of rubbish on the street and junkies." Another calls it "a nice neighbourhood because you can do everything there and everything is close by. People are also respectful to everyone there." The neighbourhood Zuidplein has a young population, with many people aged 25 to 45.
Life on the street
Your daily shopping is just around the corner at Albert Heijn, and Dirk is also a couple of streets away. For secondary schools, Scholengroep Driestar-Wartburg, De Swaef is a five-minute walk, and Montfort College is also within easy reach. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of restaurants and a library nearby, so you won't be short of things to do.
Source
At the time of writing the home is listed via Woonvisie NVM Makelaars and appears on several channels including Funda and Pararius.
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About Van Swietenlaan 28, Rotterdam
Is €230,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €230,000 is 29% below the average asking price in Zuidplein (€324,786) and also below the minimum asking price of €269,000. However, the average sold price in the neighbourhood is €311,784, so this apartment is priced significantly lower. It's a keen price for a 68 m² apartment with a B label, but the lower price may reflect the neighbourhood's issues with litter and antisocial behaviour mentioned by residents.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zuidplein is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a young population, with many residents aged 25 to 45. There are both singles and families, but most households are single-person. Residents appreciate the convenience of nearby facilities, but some mention problems with rubbish and junkies around the buildings. The neighbourhood has a high crime rate, with 942 total offences recorded.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 3.7 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need to take a bus or cycle to reach it.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 304 metres, and Dirk is 379 metres away. PLUS is a couple of streets away at 543 metres, and Aldi is 602 metres. So you have several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are in the area?
For secondary education, Scholengroep Driestar-Wartburg, De Swaef is 408 metres away, and Montfort College is 482 metres away. There is also a primary school, CBS Elout van Soeterwoude, at 523 metres. So schools are within walking distance for most ages.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label B, which is quite efficient. It means the home is well insulated and you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes with lower labels. In the neighbourhood, 36.4% of homes have label A, 9.1% have label B, and 54.5% have label C, so this home is above average for the area.
