Spacious corner home with canal views in Hillegersberg

The property is located at Burgemeester de Villeneuvesingel 41 in Rotterdam, specifically in the Molenlaankwartier neighborhood of Hillegersberg. This is a spacious corner home offering five rooms with a total living area of 154 square meters situated on a plot of 299 square meters of freehold land. The home enjoys a prime location in Hillegersberg, considered one of the most desirable residential areas in Rotterdam. It occupies a corner position with beautiful views overlooking both the Burgemeester de Villeneuvesingel and the Breitnersingel. The property benefits from gardens on three sides, featuring various terraces that catch the sun throughout the day. The side garden provides space for parking two vehicles on private property, which is a valuable feature in this neighborhood.

Hillegersberg offers a village-like atmosphere within the city of Rotterdam. The local village center with its extensive range of shops is within walking and cycling distance. The surrounding area boasts numerous recreational and sports facilities including hockey, tennis, football, and sailing clubs, as well as a golf course. The Bergse Plassen lakes and the Lage Bergse Bos forest are nearby, offering excellent opportunities for outdoor activities. Public transport connections are convenient with bus and tram stops within walking distance, and the property is well-situated for access to major highways heading towards Delft, The Hague, Amsterdam, and south towards Breda and Antwerpen.

The ground floor of the property is entered through a garden on the eastern side of the home. The entrance hall provides access to the meter cupboard, the staircase to the first floor, a cloakroom, and a toilet with washbasin. The living room is particularly spacious and bright, benefiting from the stunning views over the canals and green spaces. It features an open fireplace and has been extended at the rear across the full width of the property, creating additional living space. Located at the rear of the ground floor is the spacious open kitchen, fitted with a kitchen island and wall-mounted kitchen units. The rear facade incorporates a kitchen door and sliding doors leading to the attractively tiled back garden, which includes various storage buildings and space for bicycles, scooters, or motorcycles.

The first floor features a spacious landing with a fixed staircase leading to the second floor. The master bedroom is situated at the rear of the property and includes a built-in wardrobe wall, with an en-suite bathroom accessed through the bedroom. This en-suite bathroom is equipped with a corner bathtub, toilet, and washbasin furniture. At the front of the first floor is the second bedroom, which has French doors opening onto a balcony with lovely views over the canal. The third bedroom on this floor has been converted into a walk-in closet and enjoys views overlooking both canals. Additionally, this floor contains a second fully tiled bathroom with a walk-in shower, washbasin furniture, and connections for a washing machine.

The second floor comprises a landing and a very spacious fourth bedroom or workspace at the rear, featuring a large dormer window and a built-in closet. This room could easily be divided into two separate rooms if desired. On this floor there is also a third bathroom equipped with a shower, washbasin, and third toilet. The room includes two storage areas under the sloped sections of the roof. Access to attic storage is available both from the landing and from the room itself.

The property was originally built in 1928 but has been updated with various modern features. All window frames have been fitted with double glazing, and the property has both floor and roof insulation. The energy label is rated D. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combination boiler from 2009, which is owned by the current owners. The exterior paintwork on the wooden elements was recently completed.

Several notable features of this property include its location on one of the most attractive spots in Hillegersberg with views over two canals, the safety aspect for children as there is no through traffic and no trams, free street parking in addition to the two spaces on private property, the extended living room at the rear, the presence of three bathrooms, four bedrooms with the possibility of easily creating a fifth bedroom, and the proximity to primary schools, secondary schools, and an international school.

The back garden measures 90 square meters with a depth of 9 meters and a width of 10 meters, oriented towards the southwest and accessible via a rear path. The property is classified as a corner house within the category of existing construction. The total volume of the building is 537 cubic meters, with 3 square meters of built-on outdoor space and 13 square meters of external storage space spread across the various outbuildings mentioned in the garden.

The Molenlaankwartier district within Hillegersberg is characterized by its spacious layout, wide streets, and distinctive architecture dating from the early twentieth century. The canals, known as singels in Dutch, were originally constructed for water management and defense purposes but now serve as attractive features that enhance the residential quality of the area. Properties along these waterways are particularly sought after due to the open views and the sense of space they provide.

The corner position of this property offers several advantages over mid-terrace homes. The gardens on three sides provide more outdoor space than typical homes in the area, and the multiple terraces allow residents to follow the sun throughout the day. The absence of immediate neighbors on one side also provides additional privacy and natural light from multiple directions.

The internal layout demonstrates thoughtful use of space across three living levels. The ground floor concentrates the main living areas, with the extended living room and kitchen creating an open flow suitable for modern family life. The first floor is dedicated primarily to sleeping accommodation, with the master bedroom and its en-suite bathroom positioned at the quieter rear of the property. The conversion of the third bedroom into a walk-in closet reflects contemporary lifestyle preferences while maintaining the flexibility to restore it as a bedroom if needed by future owners.

The second floor offers additional flexibility, with the large room that could serve as either a bedroom, home office, or hobby space. The presence of a third bathroom on this floor makes it particularly suitable for use as a teenage bedroom, guest accommodation, or rental space. The easy division potential of this room into two smaller spaces provides options for growing families or those who require separate work and sleeping areas.

The property represents a combination of period character from its 1928 construction date with practical updates including modern glazing, insulation, and updated bathrooms. The energy label D rating indicates that while some insulation measures have been implemented, there may be opportunities for further energy efficiency improvements, which could enhance both comfort and running costs.

This listing is presented by Gaaff Wonen Makelaardij as the NVM broker for the seller. Prospective buyers are advised to engage their own NVM broker to represent their interests in the purchase of this property. The measurement instructions are based on the NEN2580 standard, which is intended to provide a more uniform method of measurement to give an indication of the usable surface area, though it does not completely eliminate differences in measurement outcomes due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations in carrying out the measurements.