Hertshoornvaren 8
Ommoord, Rotterdam
AreaA green corner of Rotterdam
Hertshoornvaren 8 is a terraced house in Ommoord, a neighbourhood in the Prins Alexander district of Rotterdam. This is a part of the city where greenery is never far away, with residents describing the area as quiet and pleasant. The home dates from 1978 and carries an energy label B. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for terraced houses in Rotterdam sits at a different level, and this home is priced accordingly.
The home itself
The living area is 138 m² according to the BAG registration, on a plot of 153 m². The home was built in 1978 and has an energy label B, which means it is an efficient label. The price per square metre comes to €3,986 based on the BAG surface area.
Life in Ommoord
Residents give the Ommoord neighbourhood an average score of 8.04, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Ommoord is a very pleasant and quiet neighbourhood to live in. There is a lot of greenery around, such as the Ommoordse Veld and the Kralingse Bos within walking distance." Another resident notes: "The neighbourhood is predominantly clean, with regular maintenance of the streets and rubbish collection. However, there are sometimes spots with litter or full bins, especially around shopping areas." A third resident, who has lived there since 1971, mentions that the area has "always been a quiet, green neighbourhood", though they feel it has deteriorated somewhat in recent years. The neighbourhood counts around 26,000 residents, with a mix of ages and household types.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The Aldi is just around the corner, with PLUS and Lidl a couple of streets away. Obs Prins Alexander primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Minister Marga Klompéschool is a ten-minute walk. Huisartsenpraktijk Buitenhof and BENU Apotheek De Binnenhof are both a couple of streets away. Bus stop Varenhof is on your doorstep, with lines 1 and 35, and Rotterdam Alexander train station is about two kilometres away. The municipality of Rotterdam as a whole offers a wide range of facilities, and the municipality of Rotterdam is well served by public transport.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €457,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 20% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value has developed over the past five years, though the exact figures are not provided here. As for the area-level risk indications: the foundation risk is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, while current flood risk is medium and heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Noise from road traffic, rail and air traffic is all below the relevant standards.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Huysvisie Rotterdam and Huysvisie Rotterdam on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Hertshoornvaren 8, Rotterdam
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €550,000. This is 24% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €444,654. The price per square metre is €3,986 based on the BAG surface area of 138 m². The price verdict is that the asking price is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €457,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 20% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The explanation notes that the data comes from Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF and Klimaateffectatlas, and that the indications are at area level.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning the chance of flooding from heavy rain is limited. The current flood risk is medium, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is medium both currently and for 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not an assessment of this specific property.
What amenities are nearby?
The Aldi supermarket is just around the corner, with PLUS and Lidl a couple of streets away. Obs Prins Alexander primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Minister Marga Klompéschool is a ten-minute walk. Huisartsenpraktijk Buitenhof and BENU Apotheek De Binnenhof are both a couple of streets away. The IJsselland Ziekenhuis is about 3.5 kilometres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stop Varenhof is on your doorstep, served by lines 1 and 35. The Stamroos stop is just around the corner, also with lines 1 and 35. Rotterdam Alexander train station is about two kilometres away. The nearest stops are all within a short walk, making it easy to get around without a car.
What do residents say about living in Ommoord?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.04 based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Ommoord is a very pleasant and quiet neighbourhood to live in. There is a lot of greenery around, such as the Ommoordse Veld and the Kralingse Bos within walking distance." Another notes the area "feels safe in the evening" and that public transport is "fantastically organised".
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. The home was built in 1978. The energy label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label B you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent does not provide further details on insulation or heating installations.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about the garden, balcony, garage, or installations. The living area of 138 m² is stated according to the BAG registration, and the plot is 153 m².
