Hillesluis, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Wapenstraat sits in the lively Hillesluis neighbourhood of Rotterdam. At 49 m² it is compact, but the layout makes efficient use of the space. The energy label C means heating costs are moderate. With a price of €245,000, the home is 17% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €296,582, making it a keen entry point into the Rotterdam market. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in size and price.
Hillesluis is a dense, urban area with a mix of pre-war housing and a strong community feel. The neighbourhood has a high address density, so streets are lively and amenities are close by. Most homes were built before 1945, giving the area a classic Rotterdam character. The Hillesluis neighbourhood is home to many families and young households, with a relatively young population.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl and Dirk are a couple of streets away. Primary school Kindcentrum Blijvliet is on your doorstep, and secondary school De Hef is a five-minute walk. A park or public garden is just around the corner for a quick break. The municipality of Rotterdam provides extensive public services and green spaces throughout the city.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Lotus Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Wapenstraat 51, Rotterdam
Data from Hillesluis
Data from Hillesluis
91 within 5 km
206 within 5 km
About Wapenstraat 51, Rotterdam
The asking price of €245,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €296,582. However, the floor area of 49 m² is 37% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 78 m². So the price per square metre is actually higher than average. Given the compact size, the price is in line with what you would expect for a small apartment in Hillesluis.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better insulation could lower them further. In Hillesluis, about 30% of homes have label A, while 34% have label D or lower.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. This gives you access to the wider Rotterdam region and beyond.
Hillesluis is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a young population and many families. It has a high address density, so streets are lively. The area has a mix of pre-war housing and modern amenities. There are no resident reviews available, but the neighbourhood scores well on proximity to shops and schools.
The floor area is 49 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but the exact layout is not provided.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. Given that this is an apartment, outdoor space is not guaranteed.
Primary school Kindcentrum Blijvliet is just 92 metres away, and secondary school De Hef is 206 metres away. Several other primary schools are within a few hundred metres, making it convenient for families with children.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hillesluis
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