A classic home by the water
This semi-detached house on the Vroesenkade sits right on the water in Blijdorp, a neighbourhood where the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp are close by. The asking price of €600,000 is 28% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €470,138. For context, the average asking price per m² in Blijdorp is €5,241, while this home is listed at €4,348 per m². If you are looking at [semi-detached houses in Rotterdam], this one stands out for its size and setting.
The home itself
Built in 1900, this house offers 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 138 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 m². Similarly, the plot is given as 82 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 384 m². The agent mentions a front garden and a sun terrace of 38 m², facing southwest. The home has double glazing, draught sealing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler and a wood stove. It is offered in full ownership. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs.
Life in Blijdorp
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another describes it as "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people," adding that people still greet each other on the street. A third resident notes "Peaceful living in the city," though they mention "Many individuals, little sense of community." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 48% of residents between 25 and 45, and 54% of households are single-person. For more on [the Blijdorp neighbourhood], the Vroesenpark is a popular spot nearby.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR express a couple of streets away and a PLUS within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools like Dominicus and OBS de Blijberg are a ten-minute walk, and secondary options include the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam and Wolfert Tweetalig. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Blijdorp is a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Blijdorp is nearby. The nearest bus stop, Blijdorpplein, is a ten-minute walk and serves lines 8, 13, 33 and 40, while the metro stop Blijdorp on line E is also a ten-minute walk. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 1.9 km away. For more on [the municipality of Rotterdam], this area is well served.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. There are no risk indications available for this address, such as noise, foundation or flooding. This means no area-level data on these aspects is provided.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through Voorberg NVM Makelaars, including on Funda.
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Frequently asked questions
About Vroesenkade 16, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Blijdorp?
The asking price of €600,000 is 28% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €470,138. The average asking price per m² in Blijdorp is €5,241, while this home is listed at €4,348 per m². The average living area in the neighbourhood is 93 m², while this home is listed at 138 m², which is 48% larger. These figures come from the neighbourhood housing market data.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 138 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 92 m². The plot is given as 82 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 384 m². The agent mentions a front garden and a sun terrace of 38 m², facing southwest.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable energy costs. The agent also mentions double glazing, draught sealing and wall insulation, which are features that can help with energy performance. The home is heated by a central heating boiler and a wood stove.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. This means there is no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to say how the asking price relates to the WOZ value. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing information provided.
Are there any risk indications for this address?
No risk indications are available for this address. This means there is no data on noise levels, foundation risks, or flooding for this specific location. Without such data, it is not possible to comment on these aspects. The absence of information does not imply anything about the actual conditions.
What supermarkets are near this home?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 358 metres, which is just around the corner. A SPAR express is at 522 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 689 metres. A PLUS is at 964 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 1178 metres. These are all within walking distance, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools nearby include Dominicus at 659 metres and OBS de Blijberg at 688 metres. For secondary education, the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam VMBO voor Vormgeven & Me is at 898 metres, and Wolfert Tweetalig is at 1093 metres. These schools are within a ten to fifteen minute walk from the home.
How is the public transport in Blijdorp?
The nearest bus stop is Blijdorpplein at 681 metres, serving lines 8, 13, 33 and 40. The Vroesenpark stop is at 690 metres with lines 8 and 13. The metro stop Blijdorp on line E is at 691 metres. Rotterdam Centraal train station is at 1830 metres, providing national connections.
What do residents say about living in Blijdorp?
Residents give Blijdorp an average score of 7.55, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood where neighbours know and help each other when needed." Another describes it as "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood with nice people," mentioning the Vroesenpark and Diergaarde Blijdorp nearby. A third notes "Peaceful living in the city," though they mention "Many individuals, little sense of community."
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Blijdorp has 10,255 residents, with an average household size of 1.7. 54% of households are single-person, and 17% have children. The age distribution shows 48% are between 25 and 45, 20% between 45 and 65, and 13% are 65 or older. 58% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, and 90.9% of homes were built before 1945.
