A classic portiekflat in Kralingen Oost
Tucked away on a quiet road in a leafy part of Rotterdam, this first-floor apartment sits in Kralingen Oost, a neighbourhood where the streets are lined with pre-war housing and the Kralingse Plas is never far away. The asking price is €280,000. For context, the average asking price for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €896,455, and the average asking price per square metre is €6,098. This home is listed at €6,222 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at [apartments in Rotterdam], this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
The home itself
Built in 1927, this portiekflat is on the third floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 45 m², while the BAG registration records 74 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €15,000. The setting is described as a quiet road in a residential area, surrounded by woodland.
Life in Kralingen Oost
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.75, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really." Another resident, who grew up here, says: "I grew up in Kralingen so from my perspective it's a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram." A third review is less positive, mentioning a lack of greenery and social friction. The neighbourhood has around 8,600 residents, and 62% of households are single-person households. For a fuller picture, you can read more about [the Kralingen Oost neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the SPAR is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool, is on your doorstep, and there is a secondary school, Vrije School Zuid-Holland voor Atheneum Havo Mavo, a five-minute walk away. The GP practice, Huisartsencentrum Kralingen, is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Ramleh, is a ten-minute walk. Tram and bus stops at Avenue Concordia are just around the corner, with lines 1, 4, 7 and 11, and the metro at Voorschoterlaan is a five-minute walk, with lines 5, 7, A, B, C and 15. Rotterdam Blaak station is about 1.7 km away. The municipality of [the municipality of Rotterdam] is well served by public transport. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of buildings in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot. For pluvial flooding, the indication is medium, and for heat stress it is medium now, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including @Work Makelaardij and @Work Makelaardij.
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Frequently asked questions
About Waterloostraat 139B02, Rotterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €280,000. The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Kralingen Oost is €896,455, and the median asking price is €593,500. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,098, while this home is listed at €6,222 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this portiekflat has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 45 m², while the BAG registration records 74 m². The home is on the third floor and has a volume of 160 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also mentions roof insulation and double glazing, which can help keep the home warm. The exact energy costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €15,000 per month, according to the agent. This is a significant monthly cost that you should factor into your budget.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Public risk data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 28 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The home was built in 1927, and in the surrounding area, 2% of buildings have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the flood and heat risks for this area?
For pluvial flooding, the risk indication is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of waterlogging during heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data.
What schools are near this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool, just 88 metres away. There is also a secondary school, Vrije School Zuid-Holland voor Atheneum Havo Mavo, at 479 metres. Other primary schools within walking distance include Vrije School Vredehof and Montessorischool Kralingen.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The tram and bus stop Avenue Concordia is 208 metres away, with lines 1, 4, 7 and 11. The metro stop Voorschoterlaan is 392 metres away, with lines 5, 7, A, B, C and 15. Rotterdam Blaak train station is about 1.7 km away.
What do residents say about living in Kralingen Oost?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.75, based on three reviews. One resident praises the safety and greenery, while another mentions the good schools and transport links. A third review is critical of the social atmosphere and litter. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences.
