Oude Noorden, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hoyledestraat sits in the lively Oude Noorden, a neighbourhood where people know each other and the streets hum with a mix of cultures. At 86 m² it's a decent size, but the energy label G means heating costs will be a real factor. The asking price of €447,500 is in line with the neighbourhood median of €446,250, so it's priced keenly for a market where apartments in Rotterdam sell in a median of 54 days.
The Oude Noorden neighbourhood is one of Rotterdam's densest, with over 17,000 residents and an address density of 7,495 per km². It's a mix of young professionals, families and long-term locals. One resident says: "This neighbourhood is a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte." Another adds: "We've been living in this neighbourhood for 4 years now and it's fine, and people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other." A third notes: "The house is fine but people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food." Based on seven reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.2 out of 10.
Your daily bread is just around the corner: Lidl and Dirk are both a couple of streets away, and Hoogvliet is a five-minute walk. For school runs, De Fontein primary school is on your doorstep, and Hildegardis is just around the corner. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Rotterdam, which means you have the city's full range of amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including TW3 Strategie Marketing Makelaardij.
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Hoyledestraat 39, Rotterdam
Good · 7 residents
This neighbourhood is a mix of all nationalities and very popular, and not to mention we live close to the Rotte
Auto-translated to English by AIWe've been living in this neighbourhood for 4 years now and it's fine, and people are there for each other with help when needed, people still greet each other here and everyone knows each other, only the hygiene could be better
Auto-translated to English by AIThe house is fine but people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food, and I've been living in a construction pit for over 2 years.
Auto-translated to English by AII find the neighbourhood rather one-sided in terms of residents
Auto-translated to English by AIIn this neighbourhood you'll find cosy pubs, sports clubs, schools, an abundance of shops, a choice of almost every supermarket (except Jumbo). In the last few years, more and more students have come to live in and around the Zwart Janstraat (shopping street). That creates a lively atmosphere and occasionally some noise from parties, but I certainly don't mind it. It's a mix of various ethnicities, everyone is helpful and greets each other. A few years ago, the neighbourhood was really a mess, it seems to have improved a bit now, but you can't call it clean. The Zwart Janstraat was a Formula 1 circuit, but the municipality put a stop to that with extremely high thresholds and confusing one-way streets. Occasionally, some cars still race through the side streets with an enormous racket. I wouldn't let children play outside alone quickly, especially after dusk. There are sometimes unpredictable (sometimes addicted) individuals roaming around, especially past the Noordsingel around those small sports fields. My bike was stolen last year when I wasn't looking. Likewise, some other, more valuable belongings of residents. So watch your belongings. Crooswijk borders the Oude Noorden; this neighbourhood is often in the news in mid-2023 with bomb threats. I haven't seen or heard this kind of crime here, so I can't confirm that. All in all, a vibrant neighbourhood where you won't get bored with everything you need nearby. But with a slight ghetto feel (3 out of 10), that's how I would describe it to give you an idea ;).
Auto-translated to English by AIVery noisy on the street at night, but there are also many parties in the houses. There should be more police patrols.
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About Hoyledestraat 39, Rotterdam
The asking price of €447,500 is very close to the neighbourhood median of €446,250, so it's in line with the local market. Apartments in Oude Noorden sell for an average of €5,668 per m², and this one works out at about €5,203 per m², which is slightly below that average. Given the energy label G, the price reflects the home's character and location rather than modern efficiency.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, so you can expect high heating costs. The home was built in 1919 and has not been upgraded to modern insulation standards. In the neighbourhood, only 15.8% of homes have label A or better, while 24.2% are label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area, but it's worth budgeting for higher energy expenses.
Homes in Oude Noorden sell relatively quickly, with a median listing time of 54 days. This suggests a balanced market where well-priced properties attract buyers without a frenzy. The apartment's price is in line with the median, so it should not linger.
Oude Noorden has a mix of households: about 28% are families with children, and 29% are single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including De Fontein at 34 metres and Hildegardis at 234 metres. Residents describe it as a place where people greet each other and help out, though some note issues with street cleanliness.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. This distance means the home is not directly next to a station, but the neighbourhood is well served by other public transport options.
There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: Lidl and Dirk are both 123 metres away, Hoogvliet is 372 metres, and Albert Heijn is 391 metres. For daily shopping, you have plenty of choice just around the corner.
At 86 m², the apartment offers a comfortable amount of space for a couple or a small family. The floor area is slightly below the neighbourhood average of 98 m² for sold homes, but it's still a practical size for two people.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Noorden