Heijplaat, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on Waarderstraat sits on Heijplaat, a peaceful peninsula in Rotterdam's harbour area. With 125 m² of living space and a 197 m² plot, it offers room to spread out. The asking price of €395,000 is in line with the market for terraced houses in Rotterdam.
Heijplaat feels like a village, with a close-knit community and low-rise housing. Most homes are single-family (71%), and the area is very quiet, the address density is just 321 per km², making it one of the least urban spots in Rotterdam. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the figures speak for themselves: many families, few high-rise blocks. This is a neighbourhood Heijplaat that feels a world away from the city centre.
For groceries, the nearest PLUS is a couple of streets away, and Aldi and Albert Heijn are within a ten-minute walk. The closest primary school, De Klaver, is just around the corner on Heijplaat itself. For secondary education, the STC vmbo college is a ten-minute walk. A park or garden is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just around the corner. The municipality Rotterdam provides all city amenities, though the nearest train station is a long drive away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Van Herk Makelaars.
Details of this home
Waarderstraat 2, Rotterdam
Data from Heijplaat
54 within 5 km
129 within 5 km
About Waarderstraat 2, Rotterdam
The asking price of €395,000 is in line with the market for a mid-terrace house of this size on Heijplaat. With 125 m² of living space and a 197 m² plot, the price per square metre is reasonable compared to similar homes in Rotterdam. The energy label C means moderate efficiency, so heating costs will be average.
Heijplaat is a quiet, village-like area within Rotterdam. It has a low population density (321 addresses per km²) and mostly single-family homes (71%). The community is family-oriented, with many households with children. It feels secluded and peaceful, yet you are still within the city limits.
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at about 2.3 km, which is a five-minute drive or a 25-minute walk. Aldi and Albert Heijn are also within 2.5 km. For daily shopping, you will need to plan ahead or use a car, as there are no shops within walking distance on Heijplaat itself.
The closest primary school is De Klaver on Heijplaat, just 673 metres away, a short walk. Other primary schools like De Boog Schiemond and De Plataan are about 2 km away. For secondary education, the STC vmbo college is 2.1 km away. All are within a reasonable distance.
The nearest train station is 9.5 km away, so commuting by train is not convenient. However, bus connections may be available, check local routes. The area is car-dependent for most trips, but the quiet surroundings make it ideal for those who value peace over proximity to public transport.
The energy label is C, which is average for a house built in 1966. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy bills. Improvements like better insulation or solar panels could improve the label and reduce costs.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Heijplaat
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