A friendly family home in Bloemhof
Boekweitstraat 37 sits in Bloemhof, a lively part of Rotterdam where the streets have a real sense of community. This terraced house from 1927 offers a generous 133 m² of living space, which is 28% larger than the neighbourhood average of 104 m². With an asking price of €300,000, the home is priced on the high side compared to the average of €296,018 for homes currently on the market in the area. For context, [terraced houses in Rotterdam]( /koopwoningen/rotterdam/tussenwoningen/) vary widely in price, so this one sits comfortably within the range.
Inside the home
Step inside and you will find a spacious layout with six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors. The home has a total volume of 460 m³, giving it a solid sense of space. Outside, there is a 40 m² garden facing southwest, plus a balcony, so you can enjoy the sun at different times of the day. The property comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. According to the agent, the home is situated on a quiet road in a residential area, with a sheltered position.
Life in Bloemhof
Bloemhof is a neighbourhood with character, where residents describe a mix of experiences. One resident says: "Our neighbourhood is a cosy neighbourhood, especially in the summer. People are cheerful and play nice music. There is plenty to do and there are quite a few shops in the area." Another resident is less positive, calling it "extremely dirty and bad". Based on eight reviews, the average score is 5.24 out of 10. The neighbourhood has around 13,930 residents, with a mix of families and single-person households. It is a very strongly urban area, with a high address density of 6,406 per km². For more on what it is like to live here, see [the Bloemhof neighbourhood]( /buurt/bloemhof-rotterdam/).
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. A Lidl is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and a Dirk within a ten-minute walk. For schools, Theresiaschool is on your doorstep, and OBS De Akkers is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Hillesluis, about a ten-minute walk, while the BENU Apotheek Lange Hille is just around the corner. The Ikazia Ziekenhuis is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stop Strevelsweg with lines 66, 75 and 77 is just around the corner, and Rotterdam Stadion train station is about a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Rotterdam]( /gemeente/rotterdam/) offers plenty of options for getting around.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €332,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 10% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 67%, from €199,000 to €332,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Zuidstad Makelaars and their listings on Funda and Vastgoed Nederland. The main agent is Zuidstad Makelaars.
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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 Boekweitstraat 37, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €300,000 is 10% below the WOZ value of €332,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 67%, from €199,000 to €332,000, showing a steady upward trend in the official valuation over the past five years.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 133 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 134 m². The plot is 100 m². There is also a 40 m² garden facing southwest and a balcony, so there is outdoor space on two levels.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes that the home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The home was built in 1927, so it is an older property, but the energy label gives an indication of its overall energy performance.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The area-level data shows that road traffic noise is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 26 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are indications at the area level from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific home. The home is described by the agent as being on a quiet road, which may affect the actual experience.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, based on public data. The home was built in 1927 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this area, 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. A Lidl is about 472 metres away, an Albert Heijn is 553 metres away, and a Dirk is 906 metres away. There are also additional Albert Heijn and Lidl branches within about a kilometre. This gives you plenty of options for daily groceries without having to travel far.
What schools are close to this home?
Theresiaschool is just 90 metres away, making it very convenient for primary school. OBS De Akkers is 131 metres away, and De Schakel is 460 metres away. For secondary education, Zuiderpark College is 482 metres away. There are also special education options nearby, including De Archipel at 482 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Strevelsweg, about 236 metres away, with lines 66, 75 and 77. There are also stops at Lange Hilleweg with line 66 and Motorstraat with line 76, both within about 400 metres. Rotterdam Stadion train station is 1,494 metres away, so you have both bus and train options for getting around.
What do residents say about living in Bloemhof?
Residents have mixed views. One resident says: "Our neighbourhood is a cosy neighbourhood, especially in the summer. People are cheerful and play nice music. There is plenty to do and there are quite a few shops in the area." Another resident describes it as "extremely dirty and bad". Based on eight reviews, the average score is 5.24 out of 10, so experiences vary considerably.
How does the living area compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The living area of 133 m² is 28% larger than the neighbourhood average of 104 m². This makes it a relatively spacious home for the area. The asking price of €300,000 works out to €2,256 per m² based on the agent's listed area, which is below the neighbourhood average of €3,412 per m² for homes currently on the market.
