Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Walenburgerplein offers a peaceful spot in lively Rotterdam. At €325,000, the asking price is 30% below the neighbourhood average of €467,000, a keen entry point for a home in this sought-after area. For context, the apartments in Rotterdam market shows a wide range, but this one stands out for its value.
Blijdorp is a leafy, well-connected neighbourhood where residents appreciate the mix of old and young. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people. Lots of greenery, Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.6 out of 10. The area is densely populated (5,196 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, with many singles and young professionals. The neighbourhood Blijdorp is a true city village.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: Montessori Mavo is a five-minute walk, and primary school De Provenier is within a couple of streets. The Vroesenpark is on your doorstep for a weekend stroll. The municipality Rotterdam offers all the city's amenities, but here you have peace and quiet.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including vandeVijver Makelaardij, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland. The agent has provided full details on the property.
Details of this home
Walenburgerplein 4, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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 AIData from Blijdorp
Data from Blijdorp
92 within 5 km
183 within 5 km
About Walenburgerplein 4, Rotterdam
The asking price of €325,000 is 30% below the average asking price in Blijdorp (€467,000) and also below the median (€450,000). Given the 52 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €6,250, which is above the neighbourhood average of €5,245 per m². So while the total price is low, the price per square metre is on the high side, reflecting the compact size.
The home has energy label D. This is a mid-range label, meaning the property is reasonably insulated but not as efficient as modern standards. Heating costs will be moderate. In Blijdorp, 44% of homes have label D or lower, so this is fairly typical for the area.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. However, the neighbourhood is well served by metro and bus lines, as residents mention in reviews. The high density of addresses (5,196 per km²) indicates good urban connectivity.
Blijdorp has a mix of residents: about 10% are children under 15, and 10% are over 65. The average household size is 1.7, so many singles and couples. There are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance, and parks like Vroesenpark are nearby. Reviews mention a friendly, neighbourly atmosphere.
The listing states the property is an apartment of 52 m², but does not specify the number of rooms.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. However, the Vroesenpark is just 200 metres away, offering plenty of green space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp
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