Burgemeester Le Fèvre de Montignylaan 61
Molenlaankwartier, Rotterdam
AreaA grand detached house on a leafy lane
This is a home with presence. On Burgemeester Le Fèvre de Montignylaan, a wide, tree-lined avenue in Rotterdam's Molenlaankwartier, stands a 1930s detached house with 356 m² of living space and a 685 m² plot. The asking price of €2,195,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €965,175, reflecting the exceptional size and character. For context, this is one of the larger detached houses in Rotterdam currently on the market.
Molenlaankwartier: leafy and sought-after
Molenlaankwartier is a quiet, upmarket residential area in Hillegersberg-Schiebroek, known for its spacious villas and green surroundings. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, with many homes built between 1945 and 1970. The area feels suburban yet well-connected, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: most homes are owner-occupied and the average household size is 2.4 people. This is the Molenlaankwartier neighbourhood at its finest.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread and groceries, PLUS is just around the corner, and AH XL is a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Jacob Maris, is on your doorstep, and secondary schools like De TooropMavo are a couple of streets away. A GP is within a ten-minute walk, and the train station is 3 km away, a short drive or cycle. The area is well served by the municipality of Rotterdam for amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Eijk Makelaars & Taxateurs. The asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood median, but the size and plot are exceptional.
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About Burgemeester Le Fèvre de Montignylaan 61, Rotterdam
Is €2,195,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price is 127% above the neighbourhood average of €965,175, but this home is also 137% larger than the average (356 m² vs 150 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €6,166, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €6,352 per m². So while the total price is high, it reflects the exceptional size and plot.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label D. This is common for a 1930s house, in the neighbourhood, 43.6% of homes have label D or lower. Label D means moderate energy efficiency; heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but the house has solid construction and character.
How big is the plot and garden?
The plot is 685 m². The listing does not specify a garden, but with a plot this size, there is certainly outdoor space. The exact layout of the garden is not described in the listing.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Molenlaankwartier is a quiet, leafy residential area with mostly detached and semi-detached homes. It has a suburban feel, with parks and schools nearby. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. The crime rate is low for a city like Rotterdam.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3 km away. That is about a 7-minute drive or a 15-minute cycle.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The primary school Jacob Maris is just 117 m away, and secondary schools like De TooropMavo (351 m) and Vak College Hillegersberg (540 m) are close by. There are also childcare centres in the area.
What is the year of construction and does it have any special features?
The house was built in 1930, so it has pre-war character with high ceilings and period details typical of that era. The exact features are not described in the listing, but a 1930s detached house of this size often has spacious rooms and a traditional layout.
