A leafy corner of Hillegersberg Zuid
Saffierstraat 6 sits in Hillegersberg Zuid, a part of Rotterdam where the streets are quiet and the trees are tall. This terraced house from 1930 has a classic pre-war character, with a living area of 152 square metres according to the agent, and a plot of 110 square metres. The asking price is €625,000. For context, [terraced houses in Rotterdam] are priced across a wide range, and this home sits above the local average asking price of €489,494.
Inside the home
The agent describes a five-room layout with four bedrooms, one bathroom and three floors, giving the home a generous 523 cubic metres of volume. The garden faces east and measures 52 square metres, so it catches the morning light. According to the agent, the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable. The home is set alongside a park, on a quiet road, in a residential area surrounded by woodland, according to the listing.
Life in Hillegersberg Zuid
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 7.58, based on three reviews. One resident says: "As part of Hillegersberg, this neighbourhood is a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre." Another notes: "I generally have a good experience with my neighbourhood; not much happens in my opinion, but there are also no very large shopping areas, shopping streets, etc." The same resident adds that a lot is accessible by bike, though there is no metro within walking distance. The neighbourhood has around 8,440 residents, and about 67% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more detail, see [the Hillegersberg Zuid neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, a SPAR express, is just around the corner, with a Hoogvliet and a Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Bergse Zonnebloem is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Lis, is a couple of streets away. The pharmacy, Service Schiebroekse Apotheek, is just around the corner, and the Franciscus Gasthuis hospital is a five-minute walk. Public transport is well within reach: tram line 6 stops at Kleiweg RET on your doorstep, and the Melanchthonweg metro and bus hub is a couple of streets away, serving lines 8, E, 10, 35 and 174. Rotterdam Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. This is all part of [the municipality of Rotterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €500,000. The asking price is 25% above this value, which is a precomputed comparison. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed according to municipal records. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 3% of properties in this area showing an elevated pile-rot risk, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Woonvisie Makelaars. The listing has been active since 3 November 2026.
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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 Saffierstraat 6, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €625,000 is 25% above the WOZ value of €500,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair or negotiable.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 152 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 149 square metres. The plot is 110 square metres. The home also has a 52 square metre garden facing east.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with the least efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. No specific cost figures are available in the listing.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In this area, 3% of properties built before 1970, including this 1930 home, have an elevated pile-rot risk. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Residents of Hillegersberg Zuid give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.58, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a safe, clean neighbourhood with a good connection to the centre, while another appreciates that it is quiet and not too far from amenities. Some mention occasional traffic noise on main roads like Straatweg and Kleiweg.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram line 6 stops at Kleiweg RET, which is on your doorstep. The Melanchthonweg hub, serving metro, bus and tram lines 8, E, 10, 35 and 174, is a couple of streets away. Rotterdam Noord train station is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you several options for getting around Rotterdam.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, there are several schools nearby. De Bergse Zonnebloem, a primary school, is about a ten-minute walk away, and Stephanus primary school is also within walking distance. For secondary education, Melanchthon Schiebroek is a couple of streets away. There are also special education options nearby, such as Accent VSO Op Noord.
What is the average price per square metre in this neighbourhood?
The average asking price per square metre in Hillegersberg Zuid is €4,903, based on 81 homes currently for sale. This home is listed at €4,112 per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 152 square metres. The neighbourhood average is higher, but this home's price is also above the average asking price overall.
