A classic Rotterdam apartment
This apartment on the Volmarijnstraat sits in Middelland, a neighbourhood with a real mix of people and something for everyone, as one resident puts it. Built in 1895, it is a piece of Rotterdam's history, and the energy label is C. The asking price of €325,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €492,969, which puts it 34% below that figure. For context, apartments in Rotterdam are listed across a wide range of prices.
The home itself
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The living area is 77 m² according to the BAG registration, and the price per square metre is €4,221 based on that figure. The year of construction is 1895, and the energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient. No further details about the layout or installations are provided in the listing.
Life in Middelland
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.79, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby," and adds that it is "very safe and comfortable." Another describes it as "lovely" and a "great spot in Rotterdam." A third resident, who lives "in the middle of Middelland," praises the mix of people, the schools, playgrounds, and the Marktplein, and mentions a neighbourhood newspaper that lists activities. The neighbourhood has 11,695 inhabitants, and 56% of households are single-person. For more on the area, see the Middelland neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and the SPAR express is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan, is a couple of streets away, and the nearest secondary school, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum, is also within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk KMD is a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek De Binnenweg is just around the corner. For public transport, tram lines 4, 6, and 14 stop at Claes de Vrieselaan on your doorstep, and the Nieuwe Binnenweg stop, with lines 4, 6, 14, and 32, is just around the corner. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Rotterdam. Regarding address risks, the noise levels from road traffic are 46 dB Lden, from rail traffic 33 dB Lden, and from air traffic 26 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 1% of properties in this area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate, the pluvial flooding indication is elevated, while the flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Herk Makelaars.
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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 Volmarijnstraat 38A, Rotterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €325,000. This is 34% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €492,969, so the price is considered keen. The price per square metre is €4,221, based on the living area of 77 m² from the BAG registration. No other price information is provided in the listing.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 77 m², according to the BAG registration. The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The year of construction is 1895, and the energy label is C.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
As a result, no comparison with the asking price or information about the value development over the past five years is available. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing information.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 46 dB Lden, from rail traffic 33 dB Lden, and from air traffic 26 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at this specific home. The reference years are 2022 for road and air traffic and 2023 for rail traffic.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1895, which is before 1970, but no further foundation details are provided.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding indication is elevated, meaning that at heavy rain there is a higher chance of water on the street. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate data, not a property inspection.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Ekoplaza, at 118 metres, followed by a SPAR express at 175 metres. An Albert Heijn is at 286 metres, and another SPAR express at 415 metres. An AH to go is at 528 metres. These distances mean you can reach several supermarkets within a short walk.
What schools are close by?
The nearest school is Het Praktijkcollege Centrum, a secondary school at 316 metres. The Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan, a primary school, is at 355 metres. There are also two schools for special secondary education at 358 metres: Schreuder College Taborstraat and Yulius Middelland College. A primary school, KC Het Oude Westen, is at 445 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Claes de Vrieselaan at 119 metres, served by lines 4, 6, and 14. The 's-Gravendijkwal stop is at 153 metres with the same lines, and the Nieuwe Binnenweg stop at 164 metres offers lines 4, 6, 14, and 32. Rotterdam Centraal train station is at 1,261 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents rate Middelland an average of 7.79 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident calls it "cosy" with "lots of green" and "all kinds of facilities nearby," while another says it is a "great spot in Rotterdam." A third resident highlights the mix of people and the community feel, with a neighbourhood newspaper and regular activities. The neighbourhood has 11,695 inhabitants.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. It also does not provide information about insulation, heating, or ownership. As a result, the description is based on the available facts: the living area, year of construction, and energy label.
