A classic terraced house on the water
This 1929 terraced house on Emmalaan sits in Hillegersberg Zuid, a leafy part of Rotterdam where the streets are quiet and the water is close by. With its five floors and 150 square metres of living space, it is a substantial home that stands out in the area. The last known asking price of €950,000 was on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which came to €467,615. That average is pulled down by smaller and older properties, though, and this house is anything but typical. For context, the asking price was 103% above the neighbourhood average, and the living area was 42% larger than the average of 106 square metres. If you are looking at [terraced houses in Rotterdam], this one is at the upper end of the market. This home has not been online since 22 October 2026.
Five floors of living space
The agent described this as a house with six rooms, five bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over five floors. The living area was listed as 150 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 156 square metres. The plot measures 182 square metres according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 102 square metres facing west, so it catches the afternoon sun. The property is freehold, meaning you own the land as well as the house, and it has a central heating boiler. The energy label was D, which was a mid-range label, so heating costs would be moderate rather than minimal.
Life in Hillegersberg Zuid
Residents give this part of Rotterdam an average score of 7.58 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre, though they note that public transport links to surrounding areas like Kralingen could be better. Another says it is quiet and not too far from the city, with most things accessible by bike, but mentions that there is no metro within walking distance. A third review is brief, simply calling it a decent neighbourhood. The reviews are based on a small number of responses, so they give a flavour rather than a full picture. The neighbourhood itself is home to around 8,440 people, with a mix of ages and household types. For more detail, you can read about [the Hillegersberg Zuid neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the nearest Lidl is a ten-minute walk away, with a Hoogvliet just a bit further. There are several schools within easy reach, including Tarcisius primary school and De Bergse Zonnebloem, both about a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis, a ten-minute walk, and the Service Schiebroekse Apotheek is just around the corner. The bus stop Buitenzorg, served by lines 10 and 35, is on your doorstep, and the tram stop Bergpolderplein is a couple of streets away. Rotterdam Noord train station is a ten-minute walk, which makes commuting straightforward. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the amenities of a major city, and you can find more about [the municipality of Rotterdam] on our site.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, was €958,000. The asking price of €950,000 was 1% below that value, so the asking price was slightly under the official valuation. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had risen by 20%, from €801,000 in 2020 to €958,000 in 2025. As for the area, the address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard, at 56 dB, while rail and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 3% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot, and the climate risks for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Vogelenzang de Jong Makelaars B.V. and their listing on 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.
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About Emmalaan 71, Rotterdam
How did the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €950,000 was 1% below the WOZ value of €958,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. This meant the asking price was slightly under the official valuation. The WOZ value had increased by 20% over the past five years, from €801,000 in 2020 to €958,000 in 2025, reflecting the upward trend in property values in this area.
What is the layout of this house?
According to the agent, this terraced house had six rooms, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over five floors. The living area was listed as 150 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 156 square metres. There is a rear garden of 102 square metres facing west. The property is freehold and has a central heating boiler.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is D, which is a mid-range label on the scale from A++++ to G. This means the home is not the most efficient, but it is also not the least efficient. Expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity, though the exact amount would depend on your usage and the current energy prices. The label does not say anything about the condition of the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data at the address level. In the area, 3% of properties built before 1970, like this one from 1929, have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home, so it gives a general sense of the risk rather than a definitive assessment.
What are the nearest amenities and transport links?
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl, a ten-minute walk away, with a Hoogvliet just a bit further. Tarcisius primary school and De Bergse Zonnebloem are both about a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis, a ten-minute walk, and the Service Schiebroekse Apotheek is just around the corner. The bus stop Buitenzorg, with lines 10 and 35, is on your doorstep, and Rotterdam Noord train station is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Hillegersberg Zuid?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.58 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre, though public transport to surrounding areas could be better. Another says it is quiet and not too far from the city, with most things accessible by bike, but notes there is no metro within walking distance. A third review simply calls it a decent neighbourhood.
How did the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre was €6,333, based on the agent's listed living area of 150 square metres. This was 35% higher than the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood, which was €4,705. The higher price per square metre reflected the larger living area and the desirable location, but it was a significant premium over the neighbourhood average.
What is the noise situation at this address?
According to public risk data, road traffic noise at this address is 56 dB, which is above the standard. Rail noise is 34 dB and aircraft noise is 37 dB, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on the address, not measurements taken at the property itself. The data comes from the Atlas Leefomgeving and other public sources.
