
Overschie, Rotterdam
This studio on the Zestienhovensekade is a quiet base in a neighbourhood that feels like a village within Rotterdam. At 37 m² it's compact, and the price of €225,000 is 48% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €432,308, so it's keenly priced for a starter home. For context, studios in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its affordability.
Overschie has a strong community feel, with residents actively helping each other. One resident says: "Overschie stirs something. You see more attention for people on a tight budget." They describe small-scale initiatives like free meals for the elderly, a jumble sale, and a second-hand shop run by volunteers. The neighbourhood has 6,695 residents, mostly singles and couples, with a mix of ages. It's a place where people look out for each other. Overschie is known for its village-like character.
For your daily shopping, PLUS is just around the corner, and Dirk is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools nearby: CBS De Regenboog is on your doorstep, and Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is a couple of streets away. The area has a park within walking distance, and a GP practice is close by. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the amenities of a big city, but Overschie retains its own identity.
At the time of writing the home is listed via 365 wonen and also appears on Vastgoed Nederland, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Zestienhovensekade 43F, Rotterdam
Good · 1 resident
I help Bibi Fazal from the Welschenflats. She tries to give people with a small budget little groceries that residents of Overschie donate. She selflessly offers help with clothing, organises things, and sometimes cooks. Makes Christmas and Easter more fun and works together with Plus, Zeeman, the Protestant church, etc. The help is small-scale but more and more people join in. I think that's a boost. And HWD every Tuesday jumble sale and singers performing and working together with other parties that do something social for the elderly and young people. Thea and Chris cook 100 meals every week for lonely vulnerable elderly people on Tuesdays, free of charge. And recently second-hand clothing and bric-a-brac knick-knacks on Thursday in a little shop at Ameide Street, 10 to 2. So many good initiatives done through cooperation by volunteers. Top people. And the volunteers of Schoon en Heel Roelland, from the board and Leefbaar, who focus on what can be improved.
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About Zestienhovensekade 43F, Rotterdam
The asking price of €225,000 is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €432,308, and the floor area of 37 m² is 64% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 104 m². Given the compact size and the energy label F, the price is on the low side compared to other homes in Overschie. However, the exact value depends on your personal assessment of the property's condition and location.
Energy label F is the second-lowest label on the scale, meaning the home is not very energy efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. The label is an official registration (EP-Online) and does not necessarily indicate poor insulation, it could be due to the heating system or ventilation. It's a factor to consider in your monthly budget.
Overschie has a strong community spirit, with residents organising initiatives like free meals for the elderly and a weekly jumble sale. One resident describes it as a place where people on a tight budget get attention. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many singles and couples. It feels more like a village than a city district, yet it's part of Rotterdam.
The nearest supermarket is PLUS, just 257 metres away on foot. Dirk is 659 metres away, and Lidl is 892 metres. For a larger selection, Albert Heijn is 1.5 km and Jumbo is 1.9 km. Daily groceries are easily within walking distance.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. CBS De Regenboog is 240 metres away, Openbare Daltonschool Overschie is 591 metres, and Albert Schweitzer is 818 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is Passer College Hoornweg at 1 km, but general secondary schools are further away (3.2 km).
The nearest train station is 3.3 km away, so it's not within walking distance. The neighbourhood has an address density of 1,858 per km², indicating a fairly urban environment with good local amenities.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Overschie