Oude Westen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Bajonetstraat sits in the lively Oude Westen, a neighbourhood where city life and a village-like community meet. At €395,000 for 89 m², the price is 31% below the neighbourhood average of €569,681, making it a keen entry into the Rotterdam housing market. Compared to other apartments in Rotterdam, this home offers a rare combination of space and affordability.
The Oude Westen is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of students, young professionals, and long-term residents. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment." Another notes "lots of potential" but also mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling unsafe at times. The same resident appreciates the "close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg" and good public transport connections. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.02 out of 10. The area has a high proportion of single-person households and a young population, with many homes built before 1945. For more details, see the neighbourhood Oude Westen.
Daily errands are easy: an Aldi is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For fresh bread, the SPAR express is a five-minute walk. Families have several schools nearby, including KC Het Oude Westen (a primary school just a couple of streets away) and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum (a secondary school on your doorstep). The municipality Rotterdam offers a wide range of cultural amenities, with museums and restaurants within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Kleef Makelaars, Funda, Huispedia, and Pararius.
Details of this home
Bajonetstraat 170, Rotterdam
Good · 2 residents
nice place, plenty of entertainment
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has a lot of potential to live comfortably, but due to frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use, and even sleepers in the porches in winter, I often feel unsafe. Some neighbourhood police officers are fantastic, but I once spoke to an officer at a municipal meeting who didn't take this seriously at all ("you're a strong girl", "it's the landlord's responsibility", "just finish your studies quickly and move out"), which doesn't help that feeling of safety. I also find the traffic on my street heavy and especially fast and reckless. After moves, the houses often get students or shared households with young people (like mine). That's a shame; the neighbourhood gets many temporary residents with little connection to the area. I hope the Affordable Rent Act will restore that in the long run. I do see elsewhere in the area that there are social housing units, making the composition of residents mixed, and I think that's healthy. In the mid-range segment, however, I miss affordable homes. The residents of the area have a core of neighbours who have good contact. Newsletters are sent out and events are organised. As a tenant, I only heard about this after a few years. Furthermore, the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg, the area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, I live close to the museums, restaurants in the city centre, and despite that it's quiet on my street in the evenings. I miss greenery in the city but find that there are more and more neighbourhood initiatives to green streets and redesigns where parking spaces make way for tree pits, etc. Very nice!
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About Bajonetstraat 170, Rotterdam
At 89 m² and with an energy label B, the asking price of €395,000 is 31% below the average asking price in the Oude Westen (€569,681). Given that similar apartments in Rotterdam often sell for more per square metre, this listing appears keenly priced. However, the neighbourhood has a mix of opinions, so it is worth considering the location carefully.
The Oude Westen is a vibrant, densely populated area with a young demographic. Residents appreciate the proximity to shops, restaurants, and public transport, but some mention issues with nuisance and safety. The neighbourhood has a strong community core with newsletters and events, though temporary residents are common. It scores a 7.02 out of 10 from two reviews.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. The area is also well served by metro, tram, and bus lines, making it easy to get around Rotterdam without a car.
There are several schools within walking distance. KC Het Oude Westen (primary school) is just 112 m away, and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum (secondary school) is only 75 m from the door. Other primary schools like Schakelschool de Gaffel and Augustinus are also close by.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. This means heating costs are likely to be moderate compared to older homes with lower labels. In the neighbourhood, 35% of homes have label A and 10% have label B, so this home is above average in energy performance.
The floor area is 89 m², which typically accommodates two to three bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Westen
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