Homes for sale in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot, Rotterdam
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot and discover if this Rotterdam neighbourhood suits you based on neighbourhood scores and resident reviews.
House prices and market figures Kop van Zuid - Entrepot, Rotterdam
The owner-occupied market in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot is firmly priced compared to the rest of Feijenoord and all of Rotterdam. The average WOZ value is €375,000, well above the district average of €289,000 and also higher than the Rotterdam average of €320,000. That difference is reflected in sale prices: in the past twelve months, 49 homes changed hands for an average of €541,980. The range ran from €375,000 to €1,350,000, showing how diverse the supply is. With an average living area of 114 m², the price per square metre comes to around €4,754. Only 30% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to 70% rental. This makes supply relatively limited. Of the rental homes, almost half are owned by housing associations. Want to see what is currently for sale and at what asking price? Check the current overview at the top of this page.
Living in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot, Rotterdam
Kop van Zuid - Entrepot is a neighbourhood with two faces. On one side, you find modern high-rise along the Wilhelminakade and the Entrepot area with renovated warehouses and new-build apartments. On the other, there are still classic porch flats and social housing from the post-war period. This mix creates a strikingly diverse population: from young professionals buying an apartment in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot to families who have lived here for years. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (2,575 residents), but with 1,430 children under 15 and over 1,100 over-65s, it is certainly not a homogeneous yuppie neighbourhood.
Resident Jelle gives the neighbourhood an 8.8 and calls it "very cosy, quiet and a beautiful environment". That quietness applies to parts of the Entrepot area, where you can walk along the water towards Hotel New York and the Rijnhavenbrug. But another resident, Sevval, is more honest about the downsides: "Neighbours often argue with their families and there is shouting outside, there is also a lot of renovation going on in the area from early to late." She also warns that at the supermarket, unpleasant people sometimes hang around when it gets dark. Those kinds of experiences come with the territory if you want to buy a home here.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores well. There are supermarkets within walking distance, including a Jumbo on Laan op Zuid. For primary education, there are schools in the immediate vicinity, and the sub-score for education is a solid 8.0. Accessibility is one of the strongest points: metro stations Wilhelminaplein and Rijnhaven are around the corner, and tram lines and buses towards the city centre and Rotterdam-Zuid are also nearby. With the Erasmusbrug, you cycle to the centre in five minutes. The sub-scores for accessibility (8.3) and amenities (9.0) confirm that picture.
Where the neighbourhood scores lower is on sense of community (5.3) and quality of housing (5.3). The former has to do with the great diversity of residents who do not always mix easily. The latter probably reflects the older porch flats that are due for maintenance. On the neighbourhood page of Kop van Zuid - Entrepot you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores in detail. Compared to neighbourhoods in the immediate vicinity, the price level here is significantly higher than in Bloemhof or the Afrikaanderwijk. If you are looking for a similar atmosphere but with more character, Katendrecht is worth a look. The adjacent Kop van Zuid shares many characteristics but has an even more urban profile.
Is a home for sale in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot right for you?
With an average purchase price of almost €542,000, buying a home in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot is not a starter option, unless you have a good income or buy with two incomes. The average disposable income in the neighbourhood is €41,400, higher than the Rotterdam average. Movers and dual earners who want to live urban with good public transport connections are in good shape here. For families, there is enough space in the larger apartments, but the limited green space (score 6.3) can be a drawback. Keep in mind that the supply of homes for sale is small: only 30% of homes are owner-occupied. That means competition and possibly overbidding. Looking for a more affordable alternative? Check out the rental homes in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot or look more broadly at the supply in the Feijenoord district.
What residents say about Kop van Zuid - Entrepot
The neighbourhood receives an average score of 7.2 from residents based on 3 reviews. The highest sub-scores go to safety (9.0) and amenities (9.0), while community and housing each score 5.3, the lowest. Resident Sevval (6.8/10) sums it up well: the buses, metros and train are all nearby, but nuisance from neighbours and renovations dampen the living enjoyment. Want to read all the reviews and leave a review yourself? Check the resident reviews on the neighbourhood page.
Compare homes for sale around Kop van Zuid - Entrepot
On Buurtje.nl you can view the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, combined with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews. That helps you not only find a home, but also the right neighbourhood. Compare the supply here with Vreewijk for a greener alternative, or with Rotterdam Centrum if you want to be right in the middle of the city. For a complete picture of all Rotterdam districts and neighbourhoods, you can visit the page homes for sale in Rotterdam. More information about local plans and developments can be found on the website of the municipality of Rotterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot?
The average purchase price in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot over the past twelve months was €541,980. Prices ranged from €375,000 to €1,350,000. With an average area of 114 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,754.
What is the WOZ value in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot?
The average WOZ value in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot is €375,000. That is significantly higher than the average for the Feijenoord district (€289,000) and also above the Rotterdam average of €320,000.
What is it like to live in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot?
Residents rate the neighbourhood a 7.2 out of 10. Strong points are safety (9.0) and amenities (9.0). The sense of community scores lower (5.3). The neighbourhood combines modern new-build with post-war flats and has a diverse, multicultural population.
Is Kop van Zuid - Entrepot suitable for young couples and dual-income earners?
Yes, the neighbourhood attracts many 25- to 45-year-olds and the majority of households are single-person or two-person. The excellent public transport links and proximity to the city centre make it attractive for working couples. However, do bear in mind the higher purchase prices.
How accessible is Kop van Zuid - Entrepot?
Accessibility scores an 8.3 from residents. Wilhelminaplein and Rijnhaven metro stations are nearby, and there are several bus and tram lines. Via the Erasmus Bridge you can cycle to the city centre within five minutes. The A16 and A15 are easily reachable by car.
What type of homes are for sale in Kop van Zuid - Entrepot?
The supply consists largely of apartments, ranging from renovated warehouses and modern new-build apartments to older porch flats. Only 30% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, so supply is limited. Buying an apartment is the most common option here.
How safe is Kop van Zuid - Entrepot according to residents?
Safety scores notably high at 9.0 out of 10 in resident ratings. That is the highest sub-score together with amenities. However, some residents note that unpleasant situations sometimes occur near the supermarket in the evenings.
Very cosy, quiet and a beautiful environment
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbours often argue with their families and shout outside, there's also a lot of renovation going on in the area from early to late, and sometimes strange people hang around the supermarket when it starts to get darker. The buses, metros and train are all nearby, but it's a shame that bus 77 is gone, because now I have to walk quite far to get there. There isn't much nature, since I live almost in the middle of the city. Walking to the metros is also quite a distance. Besides that, I find my neighbourhood very nice. I feel safe and at ease.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe lift is always broken…….and left dirty. Neighbours are okay, not much communication but there is a bit of noise now and then. I feel safe in my neighbourhood. There aren't really any nice playgrounds nearby, which is a shame…
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