A waterside apartment in Delfshaven
This apartment sits on the Voorhaven in Delfshaven, one of Rotterdam's oldest quarters, where the water and the historic harbour set the tone. It is a quiet spot, sheltered and with a free view over the water, yet the city centre is never far away. The asking price of €525,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €419,767. For context, the average asking price per m² in Delfshaven is €4,812, while this home is listed at €5,469 per m². If you are weighing up your options, it helps to see how this price compares with other [apartments in Rotterdam].
The home itself
Built in 1997, this apartment is on the second floor and has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is given as 96 m² in the agent's listing, while the BAG registration records 86 m². The home has a sunny terrace of 6 m² facing southeast, plus a balcony. It is insulated with roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is leasehold, and the homeowners' association fee is €275 per month.
Life in Delfshaven
Delfshaven is a lively, multicultural part of Rotterdam, and residents across the district give it an average score of 6.92 out of 10, based on 26 reviews. One resident describes it as "a nice, cosy and multicultural neighbourhood where many different people live together", with a lively square where people gather in summer. Another says it is "all fine but nothing special", mentioning some nuisance from youths and litter on the street. The district has a mix of ages, with 42% of residents between 25 and 45, and 61% of households are single-person. It is a place where many nationalities live side by side, and there are activities for all ages. For a fuller picture, you can read more about [the Delfshaven neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well served here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other options within a ten-minute walk, including Aldi, Dirk and two Albert Heijn stores. For primary education, KC De Vlinder and Harbour IBSR Bilingual are both a couple of streets away. The pharmacy, Apotheek Delfshaven, is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is close by: the Spanjaardstraat tram stop is a couple of streets away with lines 5, 8 and 18, and Delfshaven metro station is also within a five-minute walk, served by lines A, B and C. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 2.3 km away. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the amenities of a major city, and you can explore more about [the municipality of Rotterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €401,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 31% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €276,000 to €401,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is low, with 2% of properties in the neighbourhood showing an elevated risk of pile rot. The climate indications for the area include an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low current flood risk, and medium heat stress that is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarskantoor Langejan and 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 Voorhaven 20A, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €525,000 is 25% above the average asking price in Delfshaven, which is €419,767. The price per square metre is €5,469, compared with the neighbourhood average of €4,812 per m². The price verdict is that it is on the high side relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 96 m², while the BAG registration records 86 m². There is a sunny terrace of 6 m² facing southeast and a balcony. The home is on the second floor.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €401,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 31% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 45%, from €276,000 in 2020 to €401,000 in 2025.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to public data, the road traffic noise level at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 26 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on data from 2022 and 2023.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 350 metres away. Within a ten-minute walk you will also find Aldi, Dirk and two Albert Heijn stores. There are 96 supermarkets within a 5 km radius, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Several primary schools are within walking distance. KC De Vlinder is about 344 metres away, Harbour IBSR Bilingual is at 415 metres, and Openbare Basisschool Dakpark is at 467 metres. There are also special education options nearby, such as SBO De Vlinder at 329 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The Spanjaardstraat tram stop is about 242 metres away, served by lines 5, 8 and 18. Delfshaven metro station is at 319 metres, with metro lines A, B and C. Rotterdam Centraal train station is approximately 2.3 km away.
What is the foundation risk in this neighbourhood?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of this specific home.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, according to the agent. It is heated by a central heating boiler.
Is this apartment leasehold or freehold?
The property is leasehold, meaning the land is owned by the municipality or another party. The homeowners' association fee is €275 per month. This is a fact about the ownership structure, and you can find more details in the listing.
