A 1925 apartment with a modern energy label
This apartment on the Vlaggemanstraat sits in Bergpolder, a neighbourhood in Rotterdam Noord where the streets are lined with pre-war architecture and the vibe is unmistakably urban. The asking price is €495,000. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam sits at a different level entirely, so this home is positioned at a premium within its immediate surroundings.
Inside the home
Built in 1925, this portiekflat spans two floors and offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 108 m². The home comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is fully owned. There is a balcony and a roof terrace, and the property is located on the second living floor. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €120.58.
Life in Bergpolder
Bergpolder has been changing, according to residents. One resident notes that the neighbourhood has improved significantly in recent years, with many apartments renovated and an influx of new residents, though they also point out a clear difference in lifestyle between old and new residents. Another resident mentions friendly people, while a third describes the houses as old and often in need of love if not yet renovated. Based on five reviews, the average score residents give the neighbourhood is 6.54. The area is home to about 8,050 people, and a large share of households are single-person. You can read more about the Bergpolder neighbourhood on our page.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with the Aldi just around the corner and a PLUS a couple of streets away. For school, Imelda primary school is just around the corner, and Montessori Mavo secondary school is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Walenburg is just around the corner. For public transport, the Eudokiaplein stop is a five-minute walk away, served by tram and bus lines 1, 4, 5, 6 and 38. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, and the Franciscus Gasthuis hospital is a ten-minute walk in the other direction. All of this sits within the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €315,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 57% above this WOZ value, a precomputed comparison. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €245,000 in 2021 to €315,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, with heat stress currently medium and rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Ooms Makelaars and their listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Vlaggemanstraat 1B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €495,000 is 57% above the WOZ value of €315,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair or negotiable.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this portiekflat has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 108 m². There is a balcony and a roof terrace, and the home is located on the second living floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has double glazing. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, not a comment on its structural condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, specifically in 1925. It is not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not guarantee the actual condition of the foundation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 33 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of flooding from heavy rainfall. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is 144 metres away, the Aldi is 154 metres away, and a PLUS is 423 metres away. There is also a SPAR express at 636 metres and a Coop at 769 metres. These distances mean you can reach the nearest supermarkets within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest stop is Eudokiaplein, 280 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 1, 4, 5, 6 and 38. The Schieweg stop is 287 metres away with tram line 8, and Schiekade/Walenburgerweg is 311 metres away with tram lines 4 and 8. Rotterdam Centraal train station is 1,042 metres away.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Based on five reviews, residents give Bergpolder an average score of 6.54. One resident says they have come across friendly people since living there. Another notes the neighbourhood has improved significantly in recent years, with many apartments renovated, but also mentions that houses are old and often need some love if not yet renovated.
What is the average asking price in the neighbourhood?
The average asking price for homes in Bergpolder is €377,700, based on 110 homes currently for sale. The median asking price is €375,000, with prices ranging from €247,500 to €850,000. This apartment's asking price of €495,000 is 31% above the neighbourhood average.
