Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. On one of Rotterdam's most distinguished streets in Nieuwe Werk, this 338 m² apartment occupies a stately 1862 building with a B energy label. The price of €2,095,000 is well above the neighbourhood average, 131% higher than the typical asking price of €906,868, but the floor area is also 133% larger than the norm. That puts it in a different category entirely, and for a home of this size and character, the price is in line with what the market asks for comparable apartments in Rotterdam.
Nieuwe Werk is Rotterdam's most exclusive enclave, wrapped around the Museumpark and the Euromast. It's a quiet, leafy pocket within the city centre, with wide streets and monumental architecture. The area has a very high address density (4,172 addresses per km²) and is classified as extremely urban, yet it feels calm. Most homes are apartments, and half were built before 1945. Incomes here are among the highest in the city. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: it's a sought-after address for those who value space, history and a central location. The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood is a world apart from the bustle of the rest of the centre.
Your daily routine here is one of ease. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with AH to go and SPAR express a couple of streets away. For school runs, De Schalm Katendrecht primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is about a ten-minute walk. Several other primary schools are within easy reach. The park or garden is on your doorstep, the Museumpark and the park around the Euromast are just a couple of streets away. Restaurants are practically on your doorstep, and the central station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers everything a city could, but here you have it all within a short stroll.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Rijndelta Makelaars. The listing is available on Funda and other platforms.
Details of this home
Calandstraat 56A, Rotterdam
Data from Nieuwe Werk
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About Calandstraat 56A, Rotterdam
The asking price is 131% above the neighbourhood average of €906,868, but the floor area is 133% larger than the typical 145 m². Per square metre, the price works out to about €6,200, which is below the neighbourhood average of €7,728 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting significantly more space for your money. Given the size, location and energy label B, the price is in line with the market.
Nieuwe Werk is a quiet, prestigious area in central Rotterdam, known for its monumental buildings and green spaces like the Museumpark. It is extremely urban with a high address density, yet it feels calm and residential. Most homes are apartments, and half were built before 1945. Incomes are high, and the area is popular with professionals and families who value space and history.
The nearest Albert Heijn is about 577 metres away, just around the corner. There is also an AH to go at 709 metres and a SPAR express at 876 metres. For daily shopping, you have several options within a five- to ten-minute walk.
The nearest primary school is De Schalm Katendrecht, about 718 metres away (a five-minute walk). Other primary schools within walking distance include Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier (870 m) and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging (895 m). For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 796 metres away.
Rotterdam Central Station is 2.3 km from the apartment, which is about a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. The distance is manageable for daily commutes.
The home has energy label B, which means it is reasonably efficient. You can expect moderate energy costs compared to older homes, but it is not as efficient as modern A or A+ labels. The neighbourhood has a high share of A and A+ labels (over 70%), so this home is slightly below the local average in efficiency.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space. The nearby Museumpark and the park around the Euromast are just a couple of streets away for public green space.
With 338 m² of floor area, the apartment is very spacious, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
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