Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. On a leafy street in Blijdorp, this 1895 end-of-terrace house offers 282 m² of living space on a 240 m² plot. The price of €1,295,000 is well above the neighbourhood average, 176% higher than the typical asking price of €469,014, which reflects its exceptional size and character. Compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its generous proportions.
Blijdorp is a quiet, green pocket of Rotterdam, with the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp just a stroll away. Residents describe it as a place where neighbours still greet each other and lend a hand. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." A third notes it's "peaceful living in the city," though with many singles there's little sense of community. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.55 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the area is densely populated with a mix of ages. For more context, see the Blijdorp neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Dirk is just around the corner, Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and PLUS a five-minute walk. For a quick bite, restaurants are on your doorstep. Montessori Mavo is a couple of streets away, and primary schools De Provenier and De Margriet are within a five-minute walk. The Vroesenpark is a couple of streets away for a weekend stroll. The municipality of Rotterdam keeps the city running smoothly, find out more about the municipality of Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively via J.J. van Oosten Makelaardij | Baerz & Co.
Details of this home
Walenburgerweg 71, 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Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..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 Walenburgerweg 71, Rotterdam
The asking price of €1,295,000 is 176% above the neighbourhood average of €469,014. However, this home is also 203% larger than the typical 93 m² in Blijdorp. Given its size, period character, and location, the price is on the high side but reflects the exceptional floor area and plot.
With 282 m², this house is 203% larger than the neighbourhood average of 93 m². Most homes in Blijdorp are smaller, so this is a notably spacious property.
The energy label is C. This is a reasonable rating for a house built in 1895. It means the home is moderately efficient, so heating costs will be manageable but not as low as a modern, well-insulated home.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away. That's about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Residents describe Blijdorp as a quiet, friendly neighbourhood where people greet each other and help out. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another mentions: "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people." However, a third notes that many residents are singles, so there is little sense of community.
Montessori Mavo is just 125 m away, and primary schools De Provenier (213 m) and De Margriet (216 m) are within a short walk. There are also several other schools nearby.
Dirk is 325 m away, Albert Heijn 380 m, and PLUS 424 m, all within a five-minute walk. There are also restaurants and other shops nearby.
The listing does not mention a garden. The plot is 240 m², but whether that includes a garden is not stated.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Blijdorp
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