Homes for sale in Lombardijen, Rotterdam
View the current supply of homes for sale in Lombardijen and discover if this Rotterdam neighbourhood suits you based on neighbourhood scores and resident reviews.
House prices and market figures in Lombardijen, Rotterdam
Lombardijen was originally a rental neighbourhood: 71% of the more than 7,000 homes are rental properties, more than half of which are owned by housing associations. Only 29% are owner-occupied homes, meaning supply is relatively limited. Nevertheless, 139 homes changed hands in the past twelve months, at an average purchase price of €306,925. The range is remarkably wide: from around €122,600 for a compact flat to €975,000 for larger single-family homes or corner houses with extra land. With an average living area of 82 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,743. By comparison, the WOZ value in Lombardijen is €231,000, lower than the average for the IJsselmonde district (€247,000) and well below the Rotterdam average of €320,000. For buyers looking for an affordable entry point in Rotterdam-Zuid, that is a relevant consideration. At the top of this page you will always find the current asking prices and selling times.
Living in Lombardijen, Rotterdam
Lombardijen is a post-war residential neighbourhood in the south of Rotterdam, built in the 1950s and 1960s as part of the large urban expansions on IJsselmonde. The streetscape is characterised by porch flats, gallery flats and terraced houses, interspersed with some newer blocks from later renovation rounds. The neighbourhood has a clear grid-like layout with wide avenues, plenty of public green spaces and playgrounds for children. It is not a trendy neighbourhood and does not try to be. Lombardijen is functional, straightforward and for many residents simply home.
Residents rate the neighbourhood a 6.7 out of 10 (based on 16 reviews). Accessibility scores highest at 7.7, and rightly so. Lombardijen metro station is centrally located in the neighbourhood and takes you to Rotterdam Central in a quarter of an hour. Bus routes towards Zuidplein, Barendrecht and Ridderkerk stop at several locations. By car, you are quickly on the A15 and A16. Resident J. de Clerck sums it up succinctly: "Great neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport." That is correct: Keizerswaard shopping centre is within walking distance and offers supermarkets, drugstores and various specialist shops. Ikazia Hospital borders the neighbourhood directly, and for daily groceries there are several supermarkets spread across the area.
Education scores a 7.3 among residents. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Catamaran and Het Landje. Parents with secondary school children can go to schools around Zuidplein or in Barendrecht. Varkenoord sports park and the nearby Zuiderpark offer opportunities for football, tennis and running. The green spaces in the neighbourhood itself, with parks along Kreekhuizenstraat and the green strips along Binnenhof, are rated at 7.2.
But there is also a downside, and residents are honest about it. The neighbourhood's attractiveness scores the lowest of all categories at 5.1. Resident Jacqueline Meertens writes: "Unfortunately, Lombardijen has deteriorated significantly, especially in the last 10 years. You can see it visibly declining, which is such a shame for such a beautiful neighbourhood." Marcel also mentions the problem of litter and bulky waste not being collected. The municipality of Rotterdam is investing in the neighbourhood through the National Programme Rotterdam-Zuid, but the effects are not yet visible everywhere. Community spirit scores a 6.2, which fits a neighbourhood with many single-person households (3,575 of the approximately 7,500 households) and a relatively high turnover in rental homes.
If you compare Lombardijen with nearby neighbourhoods, Oud IJsselmonde offers a more village-like character with higher prices, while Beverwaard is similarly priced but has a different atmosphere with more single-family homes from the 1980s. Groot IJsselmonde is close in terms of price range. Check the Lombardijen neighbourhood page for all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood data.
Who is a home in Lombardijen interesting for?
With an average purchase price well below the Rotterdam average, Lombardijen is particularly interesting for first-time buyers purchasing a first flat in Rotterdam-Zuid, and for singles or small households who want affordable living with good public transport connections. The neighbourhood has many 25- to 45-year-olds (4,670 residents in that age group), confirming that picture. Families can find larger single-family homes here, although you must reckon with competition: the supply of owner-occupied homes is limited due to the high proportion of rental properties. Buying a flat in Lombardijen can start from just over a hundred thousand euros, but the better homes sell quickly. If you are looking for more flexibility, also check out the rental homes in Lombardijen. The average income in the neighbourhood is €30,200, below the Rotterdam average of €35,900, reflecting the affordability of the area.
What residents say about Lombardijen
The average rating of Lombardijen comes out at 6.7 based on 16 reviews. Accessibility (7.7) and education (7.3) score best, while attractiveness (5.1) and community spirit (6.2) lag behind. Resident Marcel notes that "so much rubbish is thrown outside the bins" and that bulky waste regularly lies around. At the same time, other residents call the neighbourhood "quiet" and "lively with everything at hand." Read all reviews on the Lombardijen residents page.
Comparing owner-occupied homes in and around Lombardijen
Want to know if Lombardijen is the right neighbourhood to buy a home? On this page you combine current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews. Compare the supply with owner-occupied homes in the IJsselmonde district or see what is available in all of Rotterdam. Want to explore a completely different part of the city? Then also take a look at the Delfshaven or Noord districts. Buurtje.nl helps you not only find a home, but especially the neighbourhood that suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Lombardijen?
The average purchase price in Lombardijen is €306,925, based on 139 homes sold in the past year. The range runs from approximately €122,600 to €975,000. With an average area of 82 m², the price per square metre comes to about €3,743.
What is the WOZ value in Lombardijen?
The average WOZ value in Lombardijen is €231,000. That is lower than the average for the IJsselmonde district (€247,000) and well below the Rotterdam average of €320,000. This makes Lombardijen one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in Rotterdam.
What is it like living in Lombardijen?
Lombardijen is a post-war residential neighbourhood with porch flats, gallery flats and terraced houses. Residents rate the neighbourhood 6.7 out of 10. Accessibility and education are appreciated, but the cleanliness of the neighbourhood is a concern. It is a functional, well-connected neighbourhood with all daily amenities within walking distance.
Is Lombardijen suitable for first-time buyers looking to buy a home?
Yes, Lombardijen is relatively affordable compared to many other Rotterdam neighbourhoods. You can buy an apartment here from just over a hundred thousand euros. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, indicating that many young households live here. However, note that only 29% of homes are owner-occupied, so supply is limited.
How accessible is Lombardijen?
Accessibility scores a 7.7 from residents, and rightly so. Lombardijen metro station takes you to Rotterdam Central in about 15 minutes. There are bus connections to Zuidplein, Barendrecht and Ridderkerk. By car, you are quickly on the A15 and A16 motorways.
What types of homes are for sale in Lombardijen?
The supply in Lombardijen mainly consists of apartments in porch and gallery flats from the 1950s and 1960s, supplemented by terraced houses. The average living area of sold homes is 82 m². Occasionally, larger single-family homes or renovated properties come onto the market.
How clean and tidy is Lombardijen?
This is a point of concern. Cleanliness scores a 5.1, the lowest of all resident categories. Several residents complain about litter, bulky waste not being collected and deferred maintenance in parts of the neighbourhood. The municipality of Rotterdam is investing through the National Programme Rotterdam-Zuid, but residents are not yet seeing the results everywhere.
I think that neighbourhood is completely quiet
Auto-translated to English by AIDecent neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital, public transport, etc.
Auto-translated to English by AILively neighbourhood with everything at hand such as shops, hospital
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a shame that so much rubbish is thrown outside the bins in the neighbourhood, and that bulky waste is not reported by residents, resulting in a lot of litter and vermin.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately, Lombardijen has deteriorated significantly, especially in the last 10 years. You can see it visibly becoming impoverished, which is such a shame for such a beautiful neighbourhood that always had a reputation as a nice, clean, tidy neighbourhood. Unfortunately, both the residents and certainly the municipality of Rotterdam contribute to this. Safety is hard to find, drug nuisance, nuisance at the underground containers where all household items are just dumped. Rubbish on the street, which a number of residents try to keep up with by regularly picking it up, otherwise we see the rats and mice dancing merrily around the containers. And this is just a small impression of the waste pit of Rotterdam. The municipality must stop cutting costs and handing out fewer bonuses to the higher-ups, use money for the neighbourhoods and ensure that it becomes liveable again for the real Rotterdammers.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a decent neighbourhood but there could be improvements like more bins and more cleaning of the rubbish on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it has really gone downhill. I've lived here for almost 10 years now and see no improvement in my neighbourhood or area. In my apartment building itself it has deteriorated, not much is done about it. You can tell that Lombardij has become more of a deprived neighbourhood. I no longer enjoy living here. I am also looking for another social housing outside Rotterdam.
Auto-translated to English by AIBad. Getting worse and worse. When I first moved in it was very tidy and clean, no litter or trouble with loitering youths or people putting out bulky waste without an appointment. My apartment building is no longer tidy either. My housing association does nothing about maintenance, and the complex manager is never seen. When you call about questions regarding the complex manager, he's never there or never has time. He does the cleaning himself; it has deteriorated greatly in the apartment building.
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