Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Walenburgerplein sits in a leafy corner of Blijdorp, where the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are just a couple of streets away. At €345,000, the asking price is 26% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000, a keen entry point for a home with an energy label B. For context, apartments in Rotterdam in this price range are rare.
Blijdorp is a neighbourhood where people still greet each other on the street. One resident calls it a "quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another describes it as "cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people" and highlights the greenery, the nearby park and zoo, and the good public transport. The area has a mix of ages, with many singles and young professionals, and a strong sense of community, though one review notes it's "peaceful living in the city" with "little sense of community." The neighbourhood Blijdorp is one of Rotterdam's greener pockets.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Montessori Mavo is a couple of streets away, and primary school De Provenier is within walking distance. The municipality Rotterdam keeps the city well connected, with a metro stop nearby and the Vroesenpark a short stroll away for weekend relaxation.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Voorberg NVM Makelaars, as well as on Pararius and Funda.
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The asking price is 26% below the average asking price in Blijdorp (€467,000), but the apartment is also smaller than average (52 m² vs 93 m²). Given the energy label B and the quiet, green neighbourhood, the price appears keen compared to other listings in the area.
Blijdorp is a green, quiet neighbourhood with a mix of ages. Residents appreciate the nearby Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp, good public transport (metro), and the friendly atmosphere where people greet each other. One review mentions a limited sense of community, but overall it scores 7.55 out of 10.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The metro is closer and provides a good alternative for getting around Rotterdam.
Dirk is just around the corner (282 m), Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk (339 m), and PLUS is also within walking distance (437 m). For daily groceries, you have several options within a few minutes' walk.
The apartment has energy label B, which is above average for Blijdorp, only about 14% of homes in the neighbourhood have label B or better. This means relatively low energy costs compared to older homes in the area.
Montessori Mavo (secondary) is just 165 m away, and primary school De Provenier is 186 m away. Several other schools are within a few hundred metres, making it convenient for families with children.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..
Auto-translated to English by AIit's a nice neighbourhood, right next to Vroesepark! In my opinion, there's not much to do for young people, for that you have to go to the city centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €476,597 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,144 | – |
| Rent price | €2,249 p/m | €2,425 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AISince I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AISo far I think it's a fine neighbourhood, I can walk safely. The only thing is that the supermarkets are far, that's about it. There are many people on the street and everyone says hi.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone feels at home and you can go anywhere.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood isn't perfect, because there are a lot of loitering youths at the swing set in front of my house, and they set off fireworks or make a lot of noise. The nice thing about this neighbourhood is that there are supermarkets within walking distance, so you can easily grab something quickly. It's not the safest neighbourhood you'll find, because a few months ago a scooter caught fire and someone was beaten up for no reason. In the Vijverhofstraat there is a school with only those kinds of children who ruin the neighbourhood for others, so a better school would help a lot.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €466,221 | €430,473 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,319 | – |
| Rent price | €2,168 p/m | €2,236 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Het is net een klein dorpje, je kunt overal fijn heen fietsen of lopen. Er is ook openbaar vervoer wat het nog makkelijker maakt om ergens heen te gaan. Niet al te ver van het centrum af.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for a few years. There's litter on the ground. But the supermarkets are good in the neighbourhood and there's a community centre. Nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIA very nice neighbourhood. The airport is nearby, but you don't hear a thing. Zestienhovenpark is great for walking or jogging. Many families with children live here. There is a lot of greenery and you see many birds. The best neighbourhood
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Auto-translated to English by AIWell, I was born here so I grew up with the neighbourhood as it is now.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is improving more and more each year. Thanks to the rent law, there are fewer slumlords and more and more families. It sometimes still has a bad reputation, but that is undeserved except for a few streets. The location is fantastic, metro, Zuidplein, city centre a quarter of an hour by bike. Zuiderpark is also around the corner and soon the Nelson Mandela park.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe facilities and the apartment itself are nice. But around the building there is a lot of rubbish on the street and junkies.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is and remains a village
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €518,322 | €432,538 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,023 | – |
| Rent price | €2,165 p/m | €2,123 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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