A studio with history in the Oude Noorden
This ground-floor studio on Tollensstraat 40B sits in the Oude Noorden, a neighbourhood where residents describe a mix of nationalities and a strong sense of community. Built in 1892, the home carries the character of its era. The asking price is €275,000. For context, studios in Rotterdam give a sense of what this property type typically costs across the municipality.
Inside the home
The studio spans one floor with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is 41 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 42 m². The home has a combined heating system (cv-ketel) and is offered in full ownership. There is a garden of 83 m², which is part of the homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €83. The property is located on the ground floor, in a central and residential setting.
Life in the Oude Noorden
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on seven reviews. 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 notes: "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, only the hygiene could be better." A third resident mentions that "people throw all sorts of things on the street, especially food." The neighbourhood has about 17,250 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 54%. For more context, the Oude Noorden neighbourhood offers a broader picture of the area.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a five-minute walk away. The Prinses Julianaschool is on your doorstep, and Kindcentrum de Klimop is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Singel, is a ten-minute walk, while Apotheek P.S.Exler Noordplein is just around the corner. For public transport, bus and tram stops at Noorderbrug and Noordsingel are a couple of streets away, with lines 1, 4, 5, 6, and 38. Rotterdam Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam provides the wider context for these connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €239,000 as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 15% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 30%, from €184,000 to €239,000. Regarding address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3% of properties in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Baljon makelaars and Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Tollensstraat 40B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 15% above the WOZ value of €239,000, which was set on 2025-01-01. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 41 m², is €6,707.
What is the layout of this studio?
The studio has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 41 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 42 m². The home is on the ground floor and includes a garden of 83 m², which is part of the homeowners' association.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is F. This is the least efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The home has a combined heating system (cv-ketel). In the neighbourhood, 12.1% of homes have an A+ label and 29.9% have an A label, but this home's label is F.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on area-level data from the Klimaateffectatlas, which shows that 3% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is not an inspection of this specific home, but an indication for the area.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 30 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address, based on the reference year 2022 for road and aircraft noise, and 2023 for railway noise.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just around the corner at about 228 metres. Albert Heijn is about 487 metres away, and Aldi is about 590 metres away. There are also other options within a short walk, including another Albert Heijn at 611 metres and Dirk at 823 metres.
Which schools are close to this studio?
The Prinses Julianaschool is about 134 metres away, and Kindcentrum de Klimop is about 186 metres away, both primary schools. For secondary education, Horeca Vakschool Rotterdam is about 348 metres away. There are also other primary schools within a few hundred metres, such as Quadratum and Oscar Romero.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest stops are Noorderbrug and Noordsingel, both about 300 metres away, served by bus and tram lines 1, 4, 5, 6, and 38. Zaagmolenbrug is also nearby at about 321 metres, with lines 1, 5, 6, 7, and 38. Rotterdam Noord train station is about 1.1 km away.
What do residents say about the Oude Noorden?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on seven reviews. 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 notes that people are there for each other and greet each other, but hygiene could be better. A third resident mentions litter on the streets.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value increased by 30% between 2020 and 2025, from €184,000 to €239,000. The value peaked at €260,000 in 2023, then dropped to €236,000 in 2024, before rising slightly to €239,000 in 2025. This development is based on municipal data.
