A studio with a garden in Middelland
This ground-floor studio on the Volmarijnstraat sits in Middelland, a neighbourhood in the Delfshaven district of Rotterdam. With its 19th-century architecture and lively streets, the area has a distinctly urban feel. The asking price is €275,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €502,516, and the average asking price per square metre is €5,088. If you are looking for studios in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its outdoor space.
The home itself
Built in 1895, this studio has been updated with double glazing and a central heating boiler. It has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 41 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 42 square metres. The home is on the ground floor and comes with a 31 square metre south-facing back garden. It is offered as full ownership, with an HOA fee of €85 per month. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Middelland
Middelland is a mixed neighbourhood with a real community feel, according to the three residents who reviewed it. One resident says: "I live right in the middle of Middelland. It's a very good neighbourhood. There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone." Another adds: "Cosy neighbourhood, with lots of green, nice sports fields and all kinds of facilities nearby." The average score from these reviews is 7.79 out of 10. The neighbourhood has around 11,700 residents, and 56% of households are single-person. For more on what it is like to live here, see the Middelland neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The pharmacy Service Apotheek De Binnenweg is on your doorstep, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk KMD is just around the corner. For groceries, Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, SPAR express is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Schools within a ten-minute walk include Het Praktijkcollege Centrum and Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan. Public transport is well served: tram stops Claes de Vrieselaan and 's-Gravendijkwal are on your doorstep with lines 4, 6 and 14, and the Nieuwe Binnenweg stop is just around the corner with lines 4, 6, 14 and 32. Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The Erasmus Medisch Centrum hospital is a couple of streets away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €263,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50%, from €175,000 to €263,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden, which is not above the norm, and the foundation risk indication is low. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while the current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Herk Makelaars and their listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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 Volmarijnstraat 38B, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €263,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 50%, from €175,000 in 2020 to €263,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this ground-floor studio has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 41 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 42 square metres. The home also has a 31 square metre south-facing back garden, which is unusual for a studio in this area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with less efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, which can help with efficiency. However, the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, which dates from 1895.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. In the neighbourhood, 1% of properties built before 1970 have an elevated risk of pile rot. The home itself was built in 1895, so it falls into that older category.
What public transport options are nearby?
The nearest tram stops are Claes de Vrieselaan and 's-Gravendijkwal, both on your doorstep, with lines 4, 6 and 14. The Nieuwe Binnenweg stop, just around the corner, also has bus line 32. Rotterdam Centraal station is about 1.3 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk. This gives you good access to the rest of the city.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Middelland is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong community feel, according to residents. One resident says: "There's a real mix of people. There's something for everyone." Another mentions the green spaces and sports fields. The average review score is 7.79 out of 10, based on three reviews. The neighbourhood has around 11,700 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households.
Are there schools and healthcare facilities nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within a ten-minute walk, including Het Praktijkcollege Centrum and Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan. For healthcare, the pharmacy Service Apotheek De Binnenweg is on your doorstep, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk KMD is just around the corner. The Erasmus Medisch Centrum hospital is also within walking distance.
What is the HOA fee and what does it cover?
The HOA fee is €85 per month. The listing does not specify what this fee covers, so you would need to ask the agent for details.
