Luxury Renovated Apartment with City Views and Private Parking in Rotterdam Center
Key Features
Upsides
- Prime city center location directly adjacent to the Binnenrotte market square and within walking distance of major Rotterdam attractions including the Markthal, Oude Haven, and excellent public transportation at Blaak station.
- Private parking space in a closed garage beneath the building, which is an exceptional and valuable feature for a central Rotterdam apartment where parking is typically scarce and expensive.
- Fully renovated in 2024 with high-quality finishes including PVC herringbone flooring, a modernized bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub, and a contemporary kitchen with luxury built-in appliances.
- Energy label A with comprehensive insulation (roof, walls, floor, HR glass) and city heating system, resulting in lower energy costs and a reduced environmental footprint.
- Freehold ownership (volle eigendom) with no ground lease obligations, combined with a well-managed active VvE that has a reserve fund, maintenance plan, and building insurance in place.
Downsides
- The apartment only has a French balcony (opening doors without an actual outdoor platform), which limits the ability to genuinely sit outside or place outdoor furniture.
- The monthly VvE contribution of €234 is relatively high, even though it includes the parking space, and ongoing monthly costs should be factored into the total cost of ownership.
- The parking space price is listed as to be determined (n.o.t.k.), creating uncertainty about the total investment required and whether additional costs will apply beyond the €585,000 asking price.
- As a gallery flat type apartment, there may be less privacy compared to other apartment configurations, with a common corridor providing access to multiple units.
- City center living comes with inherent trade-offs including potential noise from the twice-weekly market, nearby nightlife areas, and general urban activity, despite the apartment being on the 7th floor.
Description
The apartment is located on the 7th floor of De Hofdame, a well-regarded residential building at Oppert 240 in the heart of Rotterdam. Built in 2007, this property offers a living area of approximately 93 square meters with a volume of 307 cubic meters. The building features a lift for easy access to the upper floors.
Upon entering the apartment, one immediately notices the high-quality PVC herringbone flooring that runs throughout the entire space, providing a warm and luxurious appearance. The generous windows and opening doors allow abundant natural light to fill the living room, creating a pleasant connection with the surrounding city.
The living room faces west, allowing residents to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. The opening doors create the impression of a French balcony, elegantly blending the interior with the exterior. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with various luxury built-in appliances, offering ample space for extensive cooking and entertaining guests.
Located on the quiet side of the building, adjacent to the attractive interior courtyard, are two well-proportioned bedrooms. This positioning provides an ideal retreat from the dynamics of the city. The bathroom has been recently modernized and finished with high-quality materials. It features a spacious walk-in shower, a comfortable bathtub, and a stylish double sink vanity. Additionally, there is a practical separate laundry room. The modern toilet is separate from the bathroom.
The property was fully renovated in 2024, ensuring that all finishes and fixtures are contemporary and in excellent condition. The apartment benefits from double glazing throughout, and the energy efficiency is reflected in its A energy label. Heating and hot water are provided through the city heating system (stadsverwarming), and the property has mechanical ventilation for optimal air quality. The insulation includes roof insulation, double and HR glass, wall insulation, and floor insulation, contributing to the property's energy performance.
The building itself, De Hofdame, stands as a prominent structure in the Rotterdam cityscape. Constructed in 2007, it represents the modern architectural vision that has come to define Rotterdam following its post-war reconstruction. The building features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material, and the overall design reflects contemporary urban living. The apartment's position on the 7th floor provides a sense of detachment from the busy streets below while maintaining direct visual connection with the city. This elevated vantage point offers views of iconic Rotterdam landmarks, allowing residents to observe the ever-changing cityscape from the comfort of their home.
Living at Oppert means residing in the vibrant center of Rotterdam. From the property, one can directly access the lively Binnenrotte square, where the famous Rotterdam market takes place twice a week. The city's most popular hotspots are literally around the corner, including the atmospheric terraces of the Oude Haven, the cozy shops and hospitality venues along the Pannekoekstraat and the Meent, and of course the impressive Markthal. The area combines the charm of historic Rotterdam with the energy of a modern world city.
The location is also excellent in terms of accessibility. Blaak station, with metro, tram, and train connections, is within a few minutes' walk. The A16 and A20 highways are easily accessible by car.
A significant advantage of this property is the private parking space in the closed garage beneath the building. In the city center of Rotterdam, having a dedicated parking space is a rare and valuable asset. There is also a shared bicycle storage facility available. The fact that the parking space price is noted as to be determined suggests that it may be priced separately or that its value is included but not specifically allocated in the asking price.
The property is located on its own ground (volle eigendom), meaning there is no ground lease (erfpacht) to consider. The active and healthy Homeowners Association (VvE) has a monthly contribution of €234, which includes the parking space. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, has a reserve fund, maintains a maintenance plan, and has building insurance in place. These elements indicate a well-managed association that takes its responsibilities seriously.
The surrounding neighborhood offers an exceptional urban lifestyle. The Binnenrotte market, one of the largest open-air markets in the Netherlands, operates twice weekly and provides access to fresh produce, clothing, and various goods. The Markthal, an architectural landmark and food hall, is within walking distance, offering gourmet food options and a unique dining experience. The Oude Haven area provides a historic backdrop with its collection of historic ships and numerous restaurants and bars with terrace seating.
For shopping, the nearby Pannekoekstraat and Meent offer a mix of local boutiques, chain stores, and specialty shops. Cultural attractions, restaurants, and entertainment venues are all within easy reach, making car-free living a realistic option for those who prefer it, while still having the convenience of a private parking space when needed.
Public transportation connections are excellent, with Blaak station serving as a major hub for metro, tram, and train services. This makes commuting to other parts of the Rotterdam metropolitan area or to other cities convenient and straightforward.
The asking price is €585,000 costs koper, which translates to approximately €6,290 per square meter. Delivery is by mutual agreement. The property has been measured according to the Branch-wide Measurement Instruction (BBMI), which aims to provide a more uniform method of measurement for indicating the usable surface area.
This apartment at Oppert 240 offers a combination of space, luxury, views, parking facilities, and a top location in the center of Rotterdam. Residents can enjoy the liveliness of the city daily while experiencing peace, comfort, and quality in their home.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ruime inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower).
Bathtub
The listing mentions a 'comfortabel ligbad' (comfortable bathtub).
Guest Toilet
The listing states there is a separate modern toilet ('Het moderne toilet bevindt zich separaat van de badkamer').
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions a walk-in shower but does not specify a rain shower head.
Double Shower
The listing mentions 'een' (a) walk-in shower, implying a single shower space rather than a double shower.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment for sale, not a shared living situation.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment for sale, not a shared living situation.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly mentions a 'stijlvol dubbel wastafelmeubel' (stylish double sink vanity).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions 'French balcony' which is just doors opening to a railing without an actual standing platform, not a true balcony.
Rear Garden
No private garden mentioned for this 7th floor apartment. There is a shared 'binnentuin' (inner courtyard) but it belongs to the complex, not this unit.
Front Garden
This is a 7th floor apartment, no front garden possible.
Side Garden
This is a 7th floor apartment, no side garden possible.
Terrace
No terrace mentioned in the listing. The French balcony is not a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of private rooftop terrace access for this apartment.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is a 7th floor apartment, no fenced yard exists.
Patio
No patio mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house mentioned; this is a single apartment.
Waterfront
While the apartment is near Oude Haven (Old Harbor), the listing does not describe waterfront views or direct water access for this unit. The views described are of city landmarks.
Kitchen Garden
This is a 7th floor apartment with no garden space.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned; this is a city center apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned; this is a city center apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private pool mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private jacuzzi mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is completely flat with no mountains in or near the city.
Remarkable City View
The listing explicitly describes 'indrukwekkend uitzicht op iconische stadsgezichten' (impressive view of iconic cityscapes) and views of famous Rotterdam attractions from the 7th floor.
Remarkable Garden View
The apartment overlooks the city, not a garden. The binnentuin is at ground level and not viewed as a remarkable feature.
Remarkable Sea View
This is in the city center of Rotterdam with no sea views mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
While near Oude Haven, the listing specifically mentions views of city landmarks like the Markthal, not harbour views specifically.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing explicitly mentions views of 'enkele van de bekendste Rotterdamse trekpleisters' (some of Rotterdam's most famous attractions) including the Markthal.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states heating is provided via district heating (stadsverwarming).
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the apartment description.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies a PVC herringbone floor throughout, not hardwood.
Laminate Flooring
The floor is explicitly described as PVC, not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
A PVC herringbone floor runs seamlessly throughout the entire apartment.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the layout or description.
Home Office
The apartment has a living room and two bedrooms, with no mention of a home office.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned; it features large windows and French doors.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in this 2007 built apartment.
Bay Window
Large windows and French doors are mentioned, but no bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is not present in this apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not present in this apartment.
French Doors
The listing explicitly mentions French doors (openslaande deuren) creating a French balcony.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The apartment is modern and recently renovated without mention of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements mentioned, mostly described as luxurious and modern.
Modern
Fully renovated in 2024 with a modern kitchen, modernized bathroom, and luxurious finishes.
Industrial
No industrial elements like exposed brick, concrete, or metal mentioned.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features or styles described in the listing.
Classic
Described as luxurious and modern, completely renovated in 2024 without classic elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2007 and is not a traditional or historic building.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2007, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
The building was constructed in 2007, not in the post-war period.
Modernist
De Hofdame is a contemporary 2007 building with modern features, though 'modernist' typically refers to a specific mid-20th century architectural movement rather than contemporary design.
Newly Build
Building is from 2007 (17 years old) but was 'volledig gerenoveerd in 2024' (completely renovated in 2024), giving it a new feel.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
There is no mention of a kitchen island in the description, and gallery apartment layouts typically do not accommodate large islands.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry, and a 93m2 apartment typically does not have a separate pantry room.
Downdraft Extractor
No mention of a downdraft extractor. Usually, this is explicitly highlighted as a premium feature if present.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private 3-room apartment, so the kitchen is exclusively for the tenant/owner.
Design Kitchen
Described as a modern, fully equipped luxury kitchen with high-end finishes, high-quality PVC herringbone floors, and a luxurious interior.
New Kitchen
The apartment was completely renovated in 2024, making it highly likely that the kitchen was replaced or fully updated during this renovation.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The description explicitly states 'Eigen parkeerplaats in de afgesloten parkeergarage' (own parking space in the closed parking garage).
Storage Room
The listing mentions a separate laundry room but does not mention a private storage room (berging), only a shared bike storage.
Garage
While it lists 'Parkeerkelder' under garage type, it is a parking space in a communal underground garage, not a private lock-up garage.
Double Garage
The listing specifies exactly one parking space ('één eigen parkeerplaats').
Attic
The property is a 7th-floor apartment with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a private cellar belonging to the apartment.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly mentions 'gezamenlijke fietsenberging aanwezig' (shared bike storage present).
Covered Parking
The parking space is located in an 'afgesloten parkeergarage' (closed parking garage), which is covered.
Underground Parking
The text states the parking garage is 'onder het gebouw' (under the building).
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned in the listing.
Street Parking Free
The features list 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) for the area.
Street Parking Permit
The features explicitly list 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as available in the area.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking spot is for sale with the apartment, not for rent.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions an active VvE (Owners Association) with a monthly contribution of € 234,-.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigen grond' (freehold/own ground).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist section states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist section states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist section states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 234,00 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist section states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist section states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist section states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Explicitly listed under 'Voorzieningen' as 'Lift en mechanische ventilatie' and the apartment is on the 7th floor.
Alarm System
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing. No reference to security systems or alarms.
Security Cameras
Not mentioned. The parking garage is described as 'afgesloten' (secured) but no cameras are specified.
Private Entrance
Listed as 'Galerijflat' which indicates shared gallery/corridor access to apartments, not a private entrance.
Gated Community
This is a city center apartment building, not a gated community. Public access to the building entrance is implied.
Wheelchair Accessible
Elevator provides floor access, but no mention of adapted doorways, accessible bathroom features, or other wheelchair modifications. Bathroom has both walk-in shower and bathtub which suggests standard rather than accessible design.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The presence of a dedicated separate laundry room ('aparte wasruimte') strongly implies the existence of washing machine connections.
Laundry Room
The description explicitly states: 'Daarnaast is er een praktische aparte wasruimte aanwezig.'
Smart Home
The listing mentions luxury finishes and modern appliances, but no smart home features or systems are described.
Ventilation System
The features section explicitly lists 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) as a provision.
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned and is highly uncommon in standard Dutch apartment buildings.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. The building uses district heating instead.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated: 'Volledig voorzien van dubbele beglazing' and 'HR-glas' listed in features.
Triple Glazing
Double glazing and HR-glass are explicitly mentioned, but triple glazing is not mentioned.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under Isolatie in the features section: 'muurisolatie'.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed under Isolatie in the features section: 'vloerisolatie'.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed under Isolatie in the features section: 'dakisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The listing states heating and hot water are provided via district heating (stadsverwarming), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of any home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The apartment has Energy Label A, uses district heating (stadsverwarming) for both heating and hot water, has HR-glass (high-efficiency glazing), mechanical ventilation, and was fully renovated in 2024 with high-quality finishes throughout.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.