Blijdorp, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis listing does not state a house number, postcode, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the room itself. At €630 a month, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, 71% lower than the typical €2,137, which is typical for a room rather than a whole home. For more context, see rooms in Rotterdam.
Blijdorp is a leafy, peaceful part of Rotterdam, right next to the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp. Residents describe it as a cosy, quiet neighbourhood where people still greet each other on the street. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another adds: "Cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.55 out of 10. Most households are single-person (around 60%), and the area is densely built with mainly flats. For more on the area, see the Blijdorp neighbourhood.
Paetsstraat is a residential street in Blijdorp, with daily essentials close by. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Dirk is a couple of streets away. For secondary schools, Wolfert College and SGM Montessori Lyceum Rotterdam are both a five-minute walk away. The Vroesenpark is on your doorstep, perfect for a break from studying. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
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About Paetsstraat, Rotterdam
Kamernet has published only the street and price.
Yes, €630 is well below the neighbourhood average rent of €2,137, but that average is for entire homes. The average room rent in the neighbourhood is €704, so this room is priced slightly below that. Given the lack of details on size and condition, it's hard to say more, but the price is in line with what rooms typically go for here.
Blijdorp is popular with students and young professionals. It's quiet and green, with the Vroesenpark and Blijdorp Zoo nearby. Public transport is good, the metro is a short walk away, and there are plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants. Many residents are single-person households, so there's a mix of ages but a calm atmosphere.
The listing doesn't give an exact address, but Blijdorp is about 2 km north of Rotterdam's centre. The metro takes you to the centre in about 10 minutes. The train station is 2.2 km away, so a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
An Albert Heijn is 224 m away, a Dirk at 291 m, and a PLUS at 587 m. Several secondary schools are within a 5-minute walk, including Wolfert College and Montessori Lyceum. The Vroesenpark is 0.2 km away, and there are restaurants and a library within walking distance.
The listing does not state whether the room is furnished or unfurnished. You would need to check with the landlord for details.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AImany outdated apartments that are not being maintained..
Auto-translated to English by AIit's a nice neighbourhood, right next to Vroesepark! In my opinion, there's not much to do for young people, for that you have to go to the city centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €480,364 | €452,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,190 | – |
| Rent price | €2,154 p/m | €2,395 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Quiet neighbourhood with older and younger residents. Public transport (metro) and Vroesenpark nearby. Here residents still greet each other and have a chat and help each other when needed.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. Nice people. People still greet each other on the street here. Good public transport (metro). Supermarkets and all kinds of other shops nearby. Nice restaurants and bars.
Auto-translated to English by AISince I've been living here, I've come across friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AISo far I think it's a fine neighbourhood, I can walk safely. The only thing is that the supermarkets are far, that's about it. There are many people on the street and everyone says hi.
Auto-translated to English by AIBergpolder has improved significantly in recent years. Many apartments have been renovated, there is an influx of nice new residents, and the location is ideal. You do notice a clear difference in lifestyle between the old and new residents, but that is not disturbing in itself. Gentrification is underway, following the surrounding neighbourhoods, but is somewhat controlled by the large stock of (social) rental homes in the area. The result is that you can literally meet anyone here, from yuppie to student to family to asylum seeker. Everyone lives together harmoniously, but within their own bubble. Houses are old, very old, so they often need some love if they haven't been renovated yet. But the location is perfect, and there are many beautiful inner gardens that compensate for the bare streets. Everything you need is within walking distance. I think the arrival of the Hofbogenpark will give the neighbourhood a further boost. The greenery is still a bit sparse in some places in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone feels at home and you can go anywhere.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany individuals, little sense of community
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood isn't perfect, because there are a lot of loitering youths at the swing set in front of my house, and they set off fireworks or make a lot of noise. The nice thing about this neighbourhood is that there are supermarkets within walking distance, so you can easily grab something quickly. It's not the safest neighbourhood you'll find, because a few months ago a scooter caught fire and someone was beaten up for no reason. In the Vijverhofstraat there is a school with only those kinds of children who ruin the neighbourhood for others, so a better school would help a lot.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €466,337 | €431,262 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,289 | – |
| Rent price | €2,106 p/m | €2,126 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Het is net een klein dorpje, je kunt overal fijn heen fietsen of lopen. Er is ook openbaar vervoer wat het nog makkelijker maakt om ergens heen te gaan. Niet al te ver van het centrum af.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for a few years. There's litter on the ground. But the supermarkets are good in the neighbourhood and there's a community centre. Nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIA very nice neighbourhood. The airport is nearby, but you don't hear a thing. Zestienhovenpark is great for walking or jogging. Many families with children live here. There is a lot of greenery and you see many birds. The best neighbourhood
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Auto-translated to English by AIWell, I was born here so I grew up with the neighbourhood as it is now.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is improving more and more each year. Thanks to the rent law, there are fewer slumlords and more and more families. It sometimes still has a bad reputation, but that is undeserved except for a few streets. The location is fantastic, metro, Zuidplein, city centre a quarter of an hour by bike. Zuiderpark is also around the corner and soon the Nelson Mandela park.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe facilities and the apartment itself are nice. But around the building there is a lot of rubbish on the street and junkies.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is and remains a village
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €508,604 | €438,153 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,987 | – |
| Rent price | €2,141 p/m | €2,081 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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