A modern apartment on Dokstraat
This apartment on Dokstraat sits in Oud Charlois, a part of Rotterdam with a lively, mixed character. Built in 2008, it comes with an A energy label, so it is an efficient home to run. At €1,500 per month, the rent sits about 13% below the neighbourhood average of €1,728, which makes it a keen option compared with other rentals in the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam typically command a range of prices, and this one is on the affordable side.
The Oud Charlois neighbourhood
Oud Charlois is a densely populated area, with many single-person households and a young demographic. Residents have mixed feelings about it: one review describes it as "Ghetto," noting "many junkies and psychiatric people," while another says "Cosy" and calls it a "Great neighbourhood." A third resident, writing under "Poor Charlois," mentions feeling unsafe and complains about the state of the area. Based on three reviews, the picture is far from uniform. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of people aged 25 to 45, and the housing stock is mostly rental. The Oud Charlois neighbourhood is what you make of it, with both challenges and a sense of community.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the MCD supermarket is just around the corner, and an Aldi and a PLUS are a ten-minute walk away. Schools are close too: Obs Charlois is a couple of streets away, and basisschool Wereldwijs is about a five-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with a tram connection mentioned by residents as a positive. The municipality of Rotterdam is a large and varied one, and this part of it has a distinctly urban feel. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a wide range of amenities, though the immediate surroundings here are more about practicality than polish.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Vivet Makelaars, Funda, and Pararius.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Dokstraat 43, Rotterdam
Is €1,500 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,500 is about 13% below the average of €1,728 for rentals in Oud Charlois. The average rental in the neighbourhood is €1,728, and the median is €1,800, so this apartment is priced on the lower side. With 90 m² of floor area, the price per square metre works out at roughly €16.67, which is below the neighbourhood average of €21.37 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is designed to be energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the property's energy performance as certified.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 4.4 km away. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or car, as it is not within easy walking distance. The neighbourhood does have a tram connection, which residents have noted as a positive, so public transport options are available locally.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
The MCD supermarket is just 134 metres away, so it is on your doorstep for quick shopping. An Aldi is 930 metres away, and a PLUS is 991 metres, both about a ten-minute walk. For a wider choice, an Albert Heijn is 1.2 km away and a Dirk is 1.3 km, so you have several options within a short distance.
What schools are nearby?
Obs Charlois is the closest primary school, at 235 metres, and basisschool Wereldwijs is 579 metres away. The Wilhelminaschool is 629 metres, and Globetrotter Katendrecht is 711 metres. There are 193 schools within 5 km, so there is a good range of choices for primary and secondary education in the wider area.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Resident reviews are mixed. One review, titled "Ghetto," mentions "many junkies and psychiatric people" and "lots of rubbish," while another, titled "Cosy," simply says "Great neighbourhood." A third, "Poor Charlois," describes feeling unsafe and complains about the area's decline. The average score is 6.91 out of 10, based on six reviews, so experiences vary considerably.
