A pre-war apartment with a modern label
This ground-floor apartment on the Vosmaerstraat sits in Spangen, a lively part of Rotterdam West where residents have called the area home for decades. Built in 1934, the building has a classic pre-war character, yet the home carries an A+ energy label, a combination that stands out in this neighbourhood. With a price of €495,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the area. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam sits at a different level, and this home's price reflects its specific features.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 m². The home has a rear garden of 40 m² facing north, and it is situated on the ground floor. The property is fully owned, and the agent notes that it features double glazing and full insulation, along with a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating. There is a homeowners' association fee of €128 per month.
Life in Spangen
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.25, based on five reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 12 years, says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another resident, a long-time resident of Rotterdam West, shares: "We really enjoy living here. I have a nice house with a large garden and I have nice neighbours." The same resident mentions some challenges with litter and groups of youngsters on playgrounds. The neighbourhood has around 10,000 residents, and about 27% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes. For more on the area, see the Spangen neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Lidl is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Mariaschool Taandersplein, is on your doorstep, and OBS Kasteel Spangen is a short walk. The BENU Apotheek Spangen is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is Hospice De Vier Vogels, about a ten-minute walk away. For public transport, the Mathenesserbrug tram stop is just around the corner, served by lines 1, 7, and 11, and the Huygensstraat stop with lines 5, 8, and 18 is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Schiedam Centrum, is about 2.2 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €358,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 38% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 22%, from €294,000 to €358,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Vrieling Makelaars | NVM | Qualis.
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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 Vosmaerstraat 7B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €495,000 is 36% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €363,011. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 94 m², is €5,266, which is 22% higher than the neighbourhood average per square metre. The price verdict is that it is on the high side compared to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 m². There is a rear garden of 40 m² facing north. The property is fully owned, and there is a homeowners' association fee of €128 per month.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €358,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is 38% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 22%, from €294,000 in 2020 to €358,000 in 2025.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise levels at this address are all below the relevant standards. Road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, rail traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 30 dB Lden, based on data from 2022 and 2023. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl at 234 metres, with an Albert Heijn at 388 metres and a Dirk at 701 metres. For schools, the Mariaschool Taandersplein is at 192 metres, and OBS Kasteel Spangen is at 311 metres. The nearest pharmacy, BENU Apotheek Spangen, is at 285 metres, and the nearest GP practice is Hospice De Vier Vogels at 772 metres.
What is the public transport like in Spangen?
The nearest tram stop is Mathenesserbrug at 191 metres, served by lines 1, 7, and 11. The Huygensstraat stop at 273 metres has lines 5, 8, and 18, and the Allard Piersonstraat bus stop at 354 metres is served by line 32. The nearest train station is Schiedam Centrum, about 2.1 km away.
What do residents say about living in Spangen?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.25, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for 12 years and we almost never had any problems." Another resident mentions enjoying living in Spangen with a nice house and garden, but also notes issues with litter and groups of youngsters on playgrounds. The reviews reflect a mix of satisfaction and local challenges.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home has double glazing and full insulation, along with a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating. In the neighbourhood, only about 6.5% of the homes for sale have an A+ label, so this home stands out in terms of energy performance.
