A compact apartment in Hillesluis
This apartment sits on the first floor of a building from 1927 on the West-Varkenoordseweg in Hillesluis, a lively part of Rotterdam. The asking price of €225,000 is 24% below the average asking price of €297,463 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side of the local market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Hillesluis is €3,817, while this home is listed at €4,592 per square metre. The home is one of the [apartments in Rotterdam] currently on the market.
Inside the home
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 49 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 48 square metres. The home has a balcony and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to factor in.
Life in Hillesluis
Hillesluis is a dense urban neighbourhood with around 12,310 residents, and the streets here have a distinctly city feel. Residents of the wider Feijenoord district give their living environment an average score of 6.72, based on 31 reviews. One resident describes the area as a reasonably nice neighbourhood, though they note that household waste sometimes stays on the street too long. Another resident simply calls it quiet. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of pre-war housing, with 80% of homes built before 1945, and 23% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. For a closer look at what the area offers, you can read more about [the Hillesluis neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, so daily groceries are easy to pick up. The Bogermanschool voor Basisonderwijs is also just around the corner, and De Gouden Griffel is a couple of streets further. The nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Hillesluis, is a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Lijn2 is a bit further out. For public transport, bus line 77 stops at Burgerhoutstraat just around the corner, and tram line 5 runs along the Beijerlandselaan. Rotterdam Stadion station is a couple of streets away, and the Ikazia Ziekenhuis is within walking distance. The municipality of Rotterdam provides all the usual city services and infrastructure.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property. According to public risk data at address level, the home sits in an area with a medium foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise data shows road traffic noise at 55 dB Lden and railway noise at 58 dB Lden, both above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 28 dB Lden and industrial noise at 50 dB Lden stay below it. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Riva Makelaars and other listing platforms. The agent is Riva Makelaars.
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Frequently asked questions
About West-Varkenoordseweg 173B02, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Hillesluis?
The asking price of €225,000 is 24% below the average asking price of €297,463 in the neighbourhood. The median asking price in Hillesluis is €272,500, and prices range from €200,000 to €510,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,817, while this home is listed at €4,592 per square metre.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 49 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 48 square metres. The home has a balcony and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated for this property.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public risk data at area level. The home was built in 1927 on clay soil, and the data notes that 2% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is 260 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 395 metres away, so daily groceries are within easy walking distance. The Bogermanschool voor Basisonderwijs is 249 metres away, and De Gouden Griffel is 301 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 77 stops at Burgerhoutstraat, 285 metres away. Tram line 5 runs along the Beijerlandselaan, 381 metres away, and tram lines 2 and 5 stop at Randweg, 453 metres away. Rotterdam Stadion train station is 345 metres from the home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect high energy costs for heating and electricity compared to more efficient homes. The home was built in 1927, and the agent lists a central heating boiler as the heating system.
How noisy is the area around this address?
According to public risk data, road traffic noise is 55 dB Lden and railway noise is 58 dB Lden, both above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 28 dB Lden and industrial noise is 50 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on reference years 2022 to 2024.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Feijenoord district give their living environment an average score of 6.72, based on 31 reviews. One resident describes the area as a reasonably nice neighbourhood, though they note that household waste sometimes stays on the street too long. Another resident simply calls it quiet.
How does the size of this home compare to the neighbourhood average?
The living area of 49 square metres is 39% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 80 square metres. The average asking price per square metre in Hillesluis is €3,817, while this home is listed at €4,592 per square metre.
