Spacious 1950s Corner House with Sunny Southwest Garden in Hillegersberg
Key Features
Description
The property located on Aleyda van Raephorstlaan in Rotterdam Hillegersberg Noord is a characteristic corner house dating from the 1950s. This spacious family home offers approximately 182 square meters of living space situated on a plot of 264 square meters. The residence features five bedrooms spread across three floors, making it suitable for families looking for ample living space in a desirable location.
The ground floor has been extended at both the front and rear of the property, creating exceptional living space for this type of home. Upon entering through the front door, one reaches a spacious hallway with a modern toilet and staircase leading to the upper floors. The main living area is an extended room featuring an open fireplace and large windows that allow for abundant natural light. The rear of the living room has French doors opening to the terrace and garden.
Connected to the living room is the modern kitchen, which has been designed with a generous kitchen island. The kitchen is fully equipped with various built-in appliances and provides direct access to the outdoor terrace. The ground floor also includes a practical storage room or garage at the front of the property, complete with washing machine connections and a spacious attic above. This storage space is heated and accessible from the living room, though it currently lacks natural daylight.
Below the ground floor level is a practical basement used for storage, housing the meter cupboard. This cellar provides additional space for storing provisions and household items.
The first floor accommodates three bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom. The main bedroom is situated at the front of the property and offers generous proportions. A second spacious bedroom is located at the rear, with a third bedroom also on this level. The bathroom on this floor is appointed with a bathtub, walk-in shower, vanity unit, and toilet.
The second floor provides two additional bedrooms and a second bathroom. This bathroom features a shower, washbasin, and toilet. This floor also includes storage space on the landing area.
The outdoor space is a particular highlight of this property. The southwest-facing rear garden measures approximately 102 square meters, with dimensions of 11.30 meters in depth and 9.00 meters in width. Thanks to the corner position and the width of the plot, the garden feels remarkably open and spacious. The garden features a freestanding wooden shed, a rear access path, and an electric sun awning. The terrace connects seamlessly to the garden, creating an ideal space for outdoor living during the warmer months.
The property benefits from several modern features and improvements. Double glazing has been installed throughout, and the majority of the rooms are equipped with air conditioning. The heating system consists of a new high-efficiency combination boiler from Remeha, installed in 2025, which is gas-fired and owned by the current owner. Mechanical ventilation is present in the property.
The location in the old village center of Hillegersberg is considered particularly attractive. The property is situated on a wide, green avenue in a peaceful setting. The Argonautenpark and the Plaswijck tennis park are within walking distance. The Bergse Dorpsstraat, with its variety of shops, specialty stores, and restaurants, is also nearby. Various schools, sports clubs, and public transport connections are easily accessible. The property offers excellent connections to the major roads leading to Rotterdam city center, The Hague, and Utrecht.
Regarding the official measurements, it should be noted that the area of the indoor storage space is included in the living area in the brochure and on Funda. However, in the measurement certificate, this space of approximately 16 square meters is listed as other indoor space because it lacks natural daylight. The seller has indicated willingness to ensure daylight access before the transfer date, after which this space would qualify as official living area. The official usable living area should therefore be verified against the measurement certificate.
The property features a pitched roof covered with tiles, consistent with the architectural style of the period. The total volume of the building is 686 cubic meters. Parking is available on the property's own grounds, and public parking is also possible in the vicinity.
This corner house represents a combination of characteristic 1950s architecture, generous proportions, and a quiet, green location. The extensions at both the front and rear have significantly increased the living space compared to the original layout. The modern kitchen with island, two full bathrooms, and the sunny southwest-facing garden make this property well-suited for families seeking comfortable and centrally located accommodation in one of Rotterdam's most popular residential areas.
The neighborhood of Hillegersberg Noord is known for its village-like character within the urban setting of Rotterdam. The area around the Bergse Plas and the old village center attracts residents who appreciate the combination of water, greenery, and urban amenities. The architecture in this area varies, with many properties from the early to mid-twentieth century contributing to the neighborhood's distinctive character.
The property is offered at an asking price of 1,195,000 euros, which equates to approximately 6,566 euros per square meter of living space. The asking price is subject to negotiation, and the transfer costs are to be borne by the buyer. The property is available, and the delivery date can be agreed upon with the seller. No energy label is currently available for the property.
The property is being offered by a real estate agent acting on behalf of the seller. Potential buyers are advised to engage their own real estate agent to represent their interests during the purchase process. No rights can be derived from the information provided in this listing.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in first bathroom and 'douche' in second bathroom.
Bathtub
Listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the luxurious first bathroom.
Guest Toilet
Listing mentions a 'modern toilet' in the ground floor hallway, separate from the two bathrooms, which serves as a guest toilet.
Bidet
Not mentioned in the listing; bidets are uncommon in Dutch homes and would typically be listed if present.
Shared Shower
This is a single-family detached corner house, not an apartment with shared facilities.
Shared Toilet
This is a single-family detached corner house with private toilets; no shared facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'brede achtertuin op het zuidwesten' (wide southwest-facing rear garden).
Front Garden
The features section lists both 'Achtertuin en voortuin' (rear and front garden).
Side Garden
Although it is a corner house ('hoekwoning'), no side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The description states 'Aan de achterzijde loopt het terras naadloos over in de brede achtertuin'.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the description or features.
Patio
A terrace is mentioned, but a specific paved patio area is not detailed.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no guest house mentioned, only a detached wooden shed.
Waterfront
The property is located in Hillegersberg, but not directly on the water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
A tennis park is nearby, but it is not a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The house is in a green, quiet lane in a village core, not known for city skyline views.
Remarkable Garden View
Large windows and open doors at the back provide a view of the deep, sunny garden.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland in Rotterdam, with no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
Hillegersberg is not located near the Rotterdam harbours.
Remarkable Landmark View
No notable landmark views are mentioned or expected in this residential area.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Listed explicitly in the features as 'Airconditioning' and described as 'Grotendeels v.v. airconditioning' (largely equipped with air conditioning).
Central Heating
Listed as 'Cv-ketel: Remeha HR (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2025, eigendom)' - a gas-fired combi boiler from 2025 providing central heating.
Fireplace
Explicitly mentioned: 'Royale uitgebouwde woonkamer met open haard' (spacious extended living room with open fireplace).
Underfloor Heating
Heating is described as CV-ketel (central heating boiler) with no mention of underfloor heating anywhere in the listing.
Home Office
No dedicated home office space is described in the layout or features.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in the listing.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. The house has a gable roof but the interior description does not reference exposed structural elements.
Bay Window
Large windows ('grote raampartijen') are mentioned but no specific bay window is described.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned, and this would be highly unusual for a 1950s corner house in this neighborhood.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
French Doors
Multiple mentions of 'openslaande deuren' (French doors) to the garden and at the back of the house.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned. A 1950s Dutch house would typically not feature this as a prominent element.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a characteristic 1950s Dutch corner house with no mention of Scandinavian design elements like light woods, minimalist aesthetics, or hygge-style interiors.
Modern
The kitchen and toilet are described as modern with a cooking island, but the house maintains its 1950s architectural character throughout. A partial modernization rather than a fully modern design.
Industrial
No mention of industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete floors, or loft-style features typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned such as terracotta tiles, stucco walls, arched doorways, or Mediterranean-style outdoor living spaces.
Classic
The listing explicitly mentions 'karakteristieke jaren '50-architectuur' (characteristic 1950s architecture) and a traditional gable roof with tiles, indicating classic Dutch architectural style.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 1954, it has characteristic 50s architecture but is generally too recent to be considered traditional or historic in the classical sense.
Early 20th Century
The house was built in 1954, which is mid-20th century.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1954, it falls squarely into the post-war period. While more spacious and characteristic than purely functional mass housing, it shares the era's architectural roots.
Modernist
The kitchen is modern, but the house itself is described as having characteristic 1950s architecture, not modernist.
Newly Built
The listing specifies it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1954.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Explicitly stated: 'De moderne woonkeuken is uitgevoerd met een royaal kookeiland'
Open Plan Kitchen
Living room directly connected to kitchen, described as space where cooking, eating and relaxing come together
Pantry
No pantry mentioned; there is a provisiekelder (storage cellar) but that's separate
Built-in Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in listing
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned in listing
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned in listing
Shared Kitchen
Single-family corner house, not shared housing
Designer Kitchen
Described as modern with island but not specifically as a high-end design kitchen
New Kitchen
Described as modern but house is from 1954 with extensions, no mention of recent kitchen renovation
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states 'Parkeerplaats op eigen terrein' (Parking space on own property) and lists 'Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren' under parking facilities.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a practical storage room/garage at the front, a storage room on the second floor, and a freestanding wooden shed.
Garage
The ground floor features a 'praktische berging/garage' (practical storage/garage) at the front, though it also contains a washing machine connection.
Double Garage
The listing describes a single 'berging/garage' at the front, with no indication of a double garage.
Attic
The listing mentions a 'ruime vliering' (spacious loft/attic) above the front storage room/garage.
Cellar
The layout explicitly includes a 'Kelder' (cellar) described as a practical pantry cellar with a meter cupboard.
Underground Parking
This is a 1950s corner house with no mention of underground parking facilities.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed) in the garden.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as a single-family corner house ('Eengezinswoning, hoekwoning') with full ownership ('Volle eigendom') of 264 m² of land. There is no mention of a VvE (Owners Association) in the listing, which is typical for standalone single-family homes in the Netherlands.
Leasehold
The kadastrale gegevens (cadastral data) explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' which means full freehold ownership, not leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a single-family corner house from 1954 with 3 living floors. No elevator is mentioned, and it would be extremely unusual for this type of property.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned in the listing. This is a single-family home where intercoms are less common.
Private Entrance
This is a corner house (hoekwoning) which is a single-family home with its own entrance at ground level.
Automatic Gate
There is a driveway (eigen oprit) mentioned but no automatic gate is mentioned in the listing.
Gated Community
This is a standalone corner house in a regular residential neighborhood, not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The property has 3 living floors with stairs, a cellar, and no mention of ramps or accessibility features. Very limited accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states the front storage/garage has a 'wasmachineaansluiting' (washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in a 'praktische berging/garage' (practical storage/garage), which is not typically classified as a dedicated laundry room.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable TV
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing. Typically, solar panels are highlighted as a selling point if present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated under 'Bijzonderheden' as 'Dubbele beglazing' and under 'Energie' as 'Dubbel glas'.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned, and double glazing is specifically listed instead.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired HR combi boiler (Remeha HR) installed in 2025, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has a new high-efficiency gas combi boiler (HR-combiketel) and mechanical ventilation.