Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home that makes an entrance. A 219 m² apartment on the top floor of a 1975 building, right on the edge of the Maas. The energy label is A, so it's efficient for its size. At €8,500 a month, the rent is well above the neighbourhood average of €2,927, this is a premium property in a prime spot. For context, that's about 190% more than the typical rent in the area, which reflects the exceptional size and location. If you're looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one is in a league of its own.
Nieuwe Werk is Rotterdam's most exclusive neighbourhood, wrapped around the Museumpark and the Euromast. It's dense, over 4,000 addresses per km², and the streets are filled with young professionals and students. Two-thirds of households are single, and the average household size is just 1.5. There are no resident reviews in the data, but the numbers tell a story: this is a place for people who want the city at their doorstep. The neighbourhood Nieuwe Werk is quiet by day, lively by night, and always feels safe.
Your morning coffee is a two-minute walk to the Albert Heijn on Westblaak, and there's an AH to go just around the corner for a quick bite. For school runs, De Schalm Katendrecht is a ten-minute walk away, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is about the same distance. The park or garden is just a couple of streets away, the Museumpark is literally on your doorstep. The municipality Rotterdam keeps the area well-maintained, and the city centre is a short stroll.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Lara Housing and Funda. The agent has published full details, so what you see is what you get.
Details of this home
Calandstraat 25L, Rotterdam
Data from Nieuwe Werk
Data from Nieuwe Werk
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About Calandstraat 25L, Rotterdam
The rent is 190% above the neighbourhood average of €2,927, but this is no ordinary apartment. At 219 m² with an A energy label and a location in Nieuwe Werk, it's priced for the top end of the market. Comparable rentals in the area average €23.46 per m², so this works out to about €38.81 per m², a premium for size and quality.
Nieuwe Werk is one of Rotterdam's most sought-after areas, with a very high density of 4,172 addresses per km². It's popular with singles and young professionals, two-thirds of households are single. The area has a mix of museums, parks, and restaurants, and the crime rate is moderate for a city centre. It's a lively, urban environment.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. Rotterdam Centraal is the main hub, with connections to Amsterdam, The Hague, and beyond.
There are several schools within walking distance. The closest primary school is De Schalm Katendrecht at 745 m, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium (secondary) is 773 m away. Other options include the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje, all within about a kilometre.
Yes, the energy label is A, which means it's very efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a good insulation standard. This is a plus for a home of this size.
The listing does not specify the number of bedrooms, but with 219 m², it likely has multiple rooms.
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