Homes for sale in Hoogvliet, Rotterdam
View the current supply of homes for sale in Hoogvliet, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Discover if this green Rotterdam district suits you.
What does a home in Hoogvliet cost?
The owner-occupied market in Hoogvliet is more accessible than in many other Rotterdam neighbourhoods. The average WOZ value is €271,000, well below the Rotterdam average of €320,000. Yet actual transaction prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 137 homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €396,509, with a range of €249,000 to €845,000. That spread says a lot about the variation in supply. In Hoogvliet Zuid you will mainly find terraced houses and semi-detached homes, while the northern part has more apartments and porch flats. The average living area is 110 m², which is spacious by Rotterdam standards. Of the more than 16,000 homes in Hoogvliet, 45% are owner-occupied and 55% are rental, of which a large proportion (44%) is owned by housing associations. At the top of this page you can see the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.
Living in Hoogvliet: green and affordable, but with caveats
Hoogvliet is a former South Holland village that grew significantly in the 1950s and 1960s as a residential area for dock workers. This history is reflected in the urban design: wide avenues, plenty of greenery and a layout that feels more spacious than the inner-city neighbourhoods of Rotterdam. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the neighbourhood a 7.4 out of 10. The highest sub-score is for education (8.4), which stands out. There are several primary schools such as De Aventurijn and Het Spectrum, and for secondary education, Penta College is nearby. The score for greenery (7.8) is also high. Resident Hamdi writes: "Beautiful home with lots of nature around it." The Gaasperpark and the banks of the Oude Maas indeed offer plenty of space for walking and cycling.
Yet the picture is not entirely rosy. The cleanliness score is the lowest at 6.6, and several residents complain about litter on the streets. A resident who has lived in the neighbourhood for twenty years notes: "My neighbourhood has deteriorated a lot. People don't greet each other, children throw rubbish on the street, and the municipality doesn't take residents seriously." Around November and December, residents report nuisance from fireworks. Sabina describes it aptly: "They throw fireworks, they seem like bombs, windows shake from it." The safety score (7.0) is therefore not particularly high. Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Hoogvliet, where all resident reviews and neighbourhood data are collected.
In terms of amenities, Hoogvliet has its own shopping centre, Winkelcentrum Binnenban, with an Albert Heijn, Lidl and various specialist shops. For larger groceries or more shopping options, you have to rely on Spijkenisse or Rotterdam-Zuid. Accessibility is a recurring point of criticism. The metro line (Hoogvliet station on the Hoekse Lijn) takes you to Rotterdam Central in about 25 minutes, which is seen as positive. But the bus connections are considered inadequate by several residents. Resident M writes: "Public transport is not good, buses run too infrequently." By car, you can quickly get onto the motorway towards The Hague or Dordrecht via the A15 and the Botlekbrug, although it can be very busy around the Botlek area during rush hour. The municipality of Rotterdam is investing in the accessibility and liveability of Hoogvliet in the coming years, but concrete improvements sometimes take time.
For which buyers is Hoogvliet a smart choice?
With an average purchase price well below that of neighbourhoods such as Hillegersberg-Schiebroek or the centre, Hoogvliet is attractive for starters and young families who want more square metres for their budget. The high education score and the green character play a role in this. Seniors can find affordable ground-floor apartments here. However, do take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary and valuation costs quickly add up to several thousand euros on top of the purchase price. If you are still undecided between buying and renting, you can also look at the supply of rental homes in Hoogvliet. Be honest with yourself about the disadvantages: bus accessibility is limited and the atmosphere varies greatly per street.
Searching for a home in Hoogvliet via neighbourhood scores and reviews
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know which neighbourhood you are moving into. Feel free to compare Hoogvliet with other Rotterdam neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven, Overschie or Noord, and discover which neighbourhood best suits your living wishes. Also view the full overview of homes for sale in Rotterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Hoogvliet?
The average purchase price in Hoogvliet over the past year was €396,509, with a range from €249,000 to €845,000. The average WOZ value is €271,000, which is lower than the Rotterdam average of €320,000. The price depends heavily on the type of home and the exact location within the neighbourhood.
What additional costs do I have when buying a home in Hoogvliet?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupied homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs, and possibly advisory or brokerage fees. Expect around 4 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs. A buying agent is not mandatory but can help with the bidding process.
Is buying an apartment in Hoogvliet a good option for first-time buyers?
Hoogvliet offers relatively affordable apartments compared to inner-city Rotterdam neighbourhoods. Entry-level prices start around €249,000. With an average floor area of 110 m², you get more space for your money here. However, pay attention to the condition of the VvE fund in older apartment blocks.
How is the accessibility if you live in Hoogvliet?
Hoogvliet has its own metro station on the Hoekse Lijn, taking you to Rotterdam Central in about 25 minutes. By car, the A15 is nearby. Residents rate accessibility a 7.1 out of 10, but complain about limited bus connections within the neighbourhood itself.
Are there good schools nearby if I buy a house in Hoogvliet?
Education scores the highest of all categories in resident reviews, with an 8.4. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, such as De Aventurijn and Het Spectrum, and the Penta College for secondary education is nearby. For families with school-age children, this is a clear advantage of living in Hoogvliet.
All nature and parks are close by, the metro is a 15-minute walk, never more than 30 minutes, and it's nice and quiet.
Auto-translated to English by AIShops are far from walking distance, public transport is not doable in Hoogvliet, the only good thing is the metro to the centre. There are many loitering youths causing nuisance, especially in November and December they throw fireworks, they seem like bombs, windows shake from it. There is also little for young people to do. There is hardly anything to do in terms of activities for adults. Traffic is also a disaster despite the speed bumps.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful lovely house with lots of nature around
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood has really gone downhill in the last 20 years. People don't greet each other, children throw rubbish on the street and the council doesn't take residents seriously. Too little greenery and far too few meeting places with a bench.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy lively neighbourhood. Nice people, many amenities, everything close together
Auto-translated to English by AIPublic transport is not good, buses run too infrequently, a lot of rubbish on the street. Many schools and enough community centres.
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly quiet, noisy in summer until late in the evening, public transport is not so good
Auto-translated to English by AILots of people from other countries, but we get along very well. For Eid al-Fitr we get cookies from the Ethiopian neighbour, and for a birthday a gift, so sweet. From the Pakistani neighbours wine at Christmas and everything that is not allowed in their faith. And from the Ethiopian neighbour a Christmas arrangement. We also give gifts when they have a birthday or when a baby is born, and cake for birthdays. We respect each other's faith and way of life. It can be like this too. For Sinterklaas a chocolate letter.
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