








Affordable 3-Room Apartment with Balcony in Rotterdam South
Key Features
Description
The apartment is currently available in the Hillesluis neighborhood of Rotterdam South. This three-room apartment with two bedrooms offers a spacious layout and practical division. The property has considerable potential to become a pleasant home.
Located in the Hillesluis district, the apartment is close to all amenities and exit routes in the area. The building complex falls under the MVE maintenance guarantee and also features a private storage room in the basement.
The entrance is located on the ground floor, consisting of a porch and stairwell, with stairs leading to the storage rooms in the basement. The apartment itself is situated on the first floor. Upon entering, there is a spacious hallway from which all rooms in the property are accessible.
The living room is light and spacious, measuring approximately 25 square meters, with access to the balcony or loggia of approximately 6 square meters, which faces west. This west-facing position means the balcony receives afternoon and evening sun, making it a pleasant spot to spend time outdoors during warmer months.
The closed kitchen is spacious at approximately 8 square meters. The size suggests there is room for various kitchen appliances and sufficient workspace for meal preparation.
The first bedroom measures approximately 12 square meters and is located on the street side. The second bedroom is approximately 10 square meters and is also situated on the street side. Both bedrooms offer adequate space for standard bedroom furniture including a bed, wardrobe, and possibly a desk or additional storage.
The bathroom measures approximately 4 square meters and is equipped with simple sanitary facilities including a sink, radiator, washing machine connection, and a shower corner. A separate closet houses the central heating boiler and the mechanical ventilation system.
The property includes a private storage room in the basement measuring approximately 7 to 8 square meters, providing additional space for storing belongings, bicycles, or other items that do not need to be kept inside the apartment.
The central heating boiler is an Intergas model from approximately 2025, which means it is nearly new and should provide efficient heating and hot water for years to come. The property benefits from mechanical ventilation, double glazing, and full insulation, contributing to its Energy Label A rating.
The apartment was built in 1991 and features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. The total living area is 65 square meters, with an additional 4 square meters of building-bound outdoor space. The volume of the property is 215 cubic meters.
The property is offered at a fixed price with buyer's costs applicable. This translates to approximately 3,923 euros per square meter. The monthly VvE homeowners association contribution is 155.33 euros. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, has a maintenance plan, maintains a reserve fund, and has building insurance in place.
An important aspect of this property is that the ground lease has been perpetually paid off, meaning there are no recurring ground lease payments to worry about. This is a significant financial benefit for the new owner.
There are several restrictions associated with this property that potential buyers should be aware of. First, there is a perpetual self-occupancy obligation, meaning the property cannot be rented out or given to someone else to use. The owner must live in the property themselves. Second, there is an anti-speculation clause requiring the owner to live in the property for at least two years before it can be sold. Third, the transfer must be executed by the project notary, and a priority arrangement applies.
The property is being sold as part of a subdivision project, which explains some of these restrictions. These conditions are typically put in place to ensure that properties remain available for owner-occupiers rather than investors.
Hillesluis is a city neighborhood dating from the 1920s and 1930s. Originally developed as a working-class neighborhood for harbor workers in the early twentieth century, the area has a rich history. The Winkelboulevard Zuid, the longest shopping street in Rotterdam, runs right through the neighborhood, providing convenient access to a wide variety of shops and services.
The neighborhood is characterized by narrow, densely built streets interspersed with green areas. For children, there are numerous activities available, including skating at the West-Varkensoordsepark, playing football at the Cruyff Court, and visiting the Odilia play farm or the Hillesluis sports playground.
There is a wide choice of primary schools in the area, including public, Islamic, and Protestant-Christian options. Several daycare centers and preschools are also located in the neighborhood. A health center is also present in the area, providing convenient access to medical services.
Public transportation options are excellent. Within 15 minutes, you can reach the center of Rotterdam by tram. Various bus and tram lines run through the neighborhood, connecting to surrounding areas and Rotterdam Central Station.
Nearby attractions and facilities include the Afrikaandermarkt, Ahoy Rotterdam, De Kuip stadium, Pathé cinema, and Zuiderpark. These venues offer a wide range of entertainment, sports, and cultural activities.
Parking in the area consists of paid parking, public parking, and parking permits are required. This is typical for urban areas in Rotterdam and should be taken into consideration if you own a vehicle.
The MVE maintenance guarantee mentioned for the complex provides additional assurance regarding the structural condition of the building. This type of guarantee typically covers certain structural defects and maintenance issues for a specified period, offering peace of mind to property owners.
The practical division of the apartment means that the spaces are logically arranged and efficiently used. The hallway provides access to all rooms, creating a clear and functional circulation pattern within the property.
The property status shows as sold under condition, which means an offer has been accepted but the final sale is still subject to certain conditions being met, such as the buyer securing financing or the structural inspection being satisfactory.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description explicitly mentions a 'douchehoek' (shower corner) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing mentions a shower corner but makes no mention of a bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states that all rooms are accessible from the central hallway, indicating no ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The features section lists '1 apart toilet', which typically means a separate toilet room outside the bathroom in the hallway.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the description or features.
Rain Shower
The bathroom is described as having 'eenvoudig sanitair' (simple sanitary ware) and a standard shower corner, making a rain shower unlikely.
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower; only a single shower corner is listed.
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 mentions 'wastafel' (sink) in the singular form.
Bathroom Heated Floor
There is no mention of underfloor heating in the bathroom or anywhere in the apartment.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a balcony/loggia of ca. 6 m2 and lists 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features.
Rear Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment with no mention of a garden.
Front Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment with no mention of a front garden.
Side Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment with no mention of a side garden.
Terrace
The property has a balcony/loggia, which is distinct from a ground-level terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The feature list specifies 'Balkon aanwezig' under the 'Balkon/dakterras' category, indicating no rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No mention of a barbecue area.
Fenced Yard
The property is a first-floor apartment, so it does not have a yard.
Patio
No mention of a patio.
Veranda
No mention of a veranda.
Guest House
No mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
No mention of waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
No mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
No mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Rotterdam, which is entirely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the first floor in a densely built neighborhood (Hillesluis), making a remarkable city view highly unlikely.
Remarkable Garden View
There is no garden associated with the property.
Remarkable Sea View
No mention of a sea view, and the location does not suggest one.
Remarkable Harbour View
While located in Rotterdam (a port city), the first-floor location and specific neighborhood (Hillesluis) do not indicate a harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks are mentioned as being visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned in the features list.
Central Heating
Cv-ketel (combi boiler) Intergas from 2025 explicitly mentioned as heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing.
Underfloor Heating
Has CV-ketel central heating system, no mention of underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
Only a 'kast met cv-ketel opstelling' (boiler closet) mentioned, no walk-in closet.
Home Office
No home office or study space mentioned in the 3-room layout.
Skylight
Flat roof with bituminous covering mentioned, no skylight mentioned.
Exposed Beams
Standard 1991 portiekflat with flat roof, no exposed beams mentioned or expected.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned in the listing.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a 65m² apartment, a private indoor pool would be impossible.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned and highly unlikely in this type of apartment.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned, typical 1991 construction would not have this.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned in the listing.
Modern
Built in 1991, has a new 2025 CV boiler and energy label A, but bathroom described as 'eenvoudig' (simple) suggesting basic rather than modern finishes.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned in this standard portiekflat.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned in the listing.
Classic
It's a 1991 portiekflat in a 1920s-30s neighborhood, but the apartment itself is not a classic period property.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1991, which does not qualify as traditional or historic architecture.
Early 20th Century
Although the neighborhood dates back to the 1920s/1930s, the specific building was built in 1991 and is a 'portiekflat'.
Post War Functional
The building is from 1991, which falls outside the typical post-war reconstruction period (1945-1970).
Modernist
A 1991 portiekflat represents standard late-20th-century functional construction rather than a distinct modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The building year is 1991, making it over 30 years old and not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as 'dichte keuken' (closed kitchen) with only 8 m², making a kitchen island highly improbable.
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly described as 'dichte keuken' which means closed/enclosed kitchen, not open plan.
Pantry
Not mentioned and the 8 m² closed kitchen would make a separate pantry unlikely.
Induction Stove
Not mentioned. Given the basic description of the property, if an induction stove were present it would likely be highlighted as a feature.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned. This is a luxury feature that would typically be highlighted if present, especially in a budget-friendly apartment.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned. This is a premium feature (e.g., Quooker) that would be highlighted if present.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned. This is a specific feature that would be noted if present.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private 3-room apartment, not a shared living arrangement.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described simply as 'ruime dichte keuken' with no design or luxury descriptors. The property is described as affordable with 'much potential to make it a nice home', suggesting basic finishes.
New Kitchen
Building is from 1991 with no mention of kitchen renovation. The bathroom is described as having 'eenvoudig sanitair' (simple sanitary), suggesting original or basic finishes throughout.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions paid parking, public parking, and parking permits in the area, but does not include a designated or private parking spot for the apartment.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a private storage room (prive berging) in the basement of approximately 8 m2.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present in the property.
Double Garage
There is no garage present in the property.
Attic
The property is a single-floor apartment (1e etage) with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
While there is a storage room in the basement (onderbouw), it is described as a standard storage unit (berging), not a traditional cellar.
Covered Parking
There is no mention of any covered parking associated with the property.
Underground Parking
The basement (onderbouw) only contains storage rooms; there is no mention of underground parking.
Workshop
There is no mention of a workshop in the property.
Shed
The property has an indoor storage room (berging) categorized as 'Inpandig', which is distinct from an outdoor shed.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) for the area.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as an option for parking.
Rules
Short Term Rentals Allowed
The listing explicitly states an eternal self-occupation obligation (eeuwigdurende zelfbewoningsplicht), meaning the property cannot be rented out to anyone else.
Long Term Rentals Allowed
The eternal self-occupation obligation explicitly forbids renting out the property.
Owners Association
The listing includes a VvE (Owners Association) checklist and mentions a monthly VvE contribution of €155.33.
Leasehold
The listing mentions 'eeuwigdurend afgekochte (onder) Erfpacht' (eternally bought off leasehold) and the cadastral data shows 'Eigendom belast met erfpacht'.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 155,33 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes), and the description mentions an MVE maintenance guarantee.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
There is an anti-speculation clause requiring a minimum 2-year self-occupation before selling, transfer must be via a project notary, a priority arrangement applies, and it is part of a subdivision project.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'trap naar bergingen' (stairs to storage) and 'trappenhuis' (stairwell). There is no mention of an elevator.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras anywhere in the listing.
Private Entrance
The property is accessed via a shared 'portiek' (porch/stairwell) on the ground floor before going up to the first floor.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate, automatic or otherwise, and it is described as having an 'open ligging' (open location).
Video Door Phone
There is no mention of a video door phone in the listing.
Security Door Window Hardware
No special security hardware for doors or windows is mentioned in the listing.
Gated Community
The listing states the location is in a residential area with an 'open ligging' (open location), indicating it is not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 1st floor and is only accessible via stairs, as there is no elevator.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions a washing machine connection (wasautomaataansluiting) in the bathroom but does not state that a washing machine is included with the property.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'wasautomaataansluiting' (washing machine connection) in the bathroom description.
Laundry Room
There is no mention of a dedicated laundry room; the washing machine connection is located in the bathroom.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Smart Home
No smart home features or systems are mentioned in the listing description or features list.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) and a cabinet containing the ventilation system.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned, and this is not a typical feature for this type of apartment in the Netherlands.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing description or features.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Dubbel glas' under the Isolation section.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing, with no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The listing mentions 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and an Energy Label A, which strongly implies wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
The listing mentions 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and an Energy Label A, implying floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The listing mentions 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and an Energy Label A, implying roof insulation.
Heat Pump
The heating is provided by a gas-fired combi boiler (Intergas), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery in the provided text.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property includes mechanical ventilation and a brand new 2025 high-efficiency gas boiler.

