Van Vollenhovenstraat 3-805
Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
AreaA calm spot in the heart of Rotterdam
This apartment sits on the eighth floor of a gallery flat on the Van Vollenhovenstraat, in the Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood of Rotterdam. The setting is described by the agent as a quiet road in the centre, which makes it a peaceful base in the middle of the city. The home was built in 1970 and has an energy label C. At 365,000 euros, the asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, sitting 65 percent below the average asking price of 1,033,883 euros in the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price depending on size and location.
The apartment itself
This is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment spread over a single floor, with a living area of 49 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout. It is sold as full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association contribution of 100 euros. There is a parking garage available, which is a practical addition in this part of the city.
Life in Nieuwe Werk
The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood is a compact, central part of Rotterdam, home to around 3,240 people. It is an area where single-person households are common, making up 58 percent of all households. Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.86 out of 10, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes it as an ideal location, having lived there during student days, while another simply notes they are looking for a home. The reviews reflect a mix of experiences, typical for a central urban area. For more on what the area is like, see the Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easily managed from here. The Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with an AH to go and a SPAR just around the corner. For primary education, the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Maasdokters, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Vasteland is just around the corner. Tram stops Vasteland and Kievitslaan, served by lines 5, 8 and 18, are within a short walk, and Rotterdam Blaak station is about a ten-minute walk. The Erasmus MC Sophia hospital is also close by. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a full range of services and connections.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records. The address does have some risk indications from public data, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 7 percent of buildings in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate risks, pluvial flooding, current flood risk and flood risk in 2050 are all indicated as medium, while heat stress is currently medium and expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Thijs Meijer Makelaardij B.V. on Funda.
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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 Vollenhovenstraat 3-805, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of 365,000 euros is 65 percent below the average asking price in the Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood, which stands at 1,033,883 euros. The price per square metre is also below the neighbourhood average, coming in at 7,449 euros per square metre compared with 7,917 euros. This makes the asking price keen relative to the local market, though the apartment is also considerably smaller than the neighbourhood average of 161 square metres.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has one room, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 49 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres. The home is located on the eighth floor of a gallery flat and has a volume of 134 cubic metres. There is a parking garage available for residents.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home is described by the agent as fully insulated, with district heating and underfloor heating throughout. These features may help keep energy use in check, though the label itself indicates the overall energy performance of the property.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is 100 euros. This is a standard fee for apartment buildings, covering shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and the building itself. The exact scope of what is included is not detailed in the listing, but the fee is stated as 100 euros per month.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 25 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 7 percent of buildings in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The low risk level suggests foundation issues are not a major concern in this location.
What climate risks apply to this address?
Public data indicates that pluvial flooding, current flood risk and flood risk in 2050 are all at a medium level for this address. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not assessments of this specific home. They give a general picture of climate-related risks in the surrounding area.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep at 111 metres. An AH to go is 593 metres away, and a SPAR is 619 metres away. There are also two more Albert Heijn stores within 800 metres. With 93 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of options for daily groceries in this central part of Rotterdam.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Two primary schools are within a short walk: the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging at 401 metres and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje at 423 metres. For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 613 metres away, and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is just over a kilometre away. A childcare centre, KC Het Oude Westen, is also within walking distance at just over a kilometre.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest tram stop is Vasteland at 101 metres, served by lines 5, 8 and 18. A second tram stop, Kievitslaan, is 357 metres away with the same lines. There is also a ferry stop at Erasmusbrug, 437 metres away, with lines 20 and WS. Rotterdam Blaak train station is 1,376 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.86 out of 10, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes the location as ideal, having lived there during student days. Another resident, who is looking for a home, gives a score of 7. A third gives a score of 4 with the comment 'Cool'. The reviews reflect a mix of experiences in this central urban area.
Is there a parking garage available?
Yes, the listing mentions a parking garage, described as 'Parkeerkelder'. This is a notable feature for a central Rotterdam apartment, where parking can be limited. The garage provides a dedicated space for residents, which adds convenience for those who own a car in this part of the city.
