Oud Charlois, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 2008-built apartment on Dokstraat sits in a lively part of Rotterdam. With 90 m² of living space and an A energy label, it's efficient and well-maintained. The asking price of €365,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €326,555, but the modern specs and good size justify it. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and condition.
Oud Charlois is a dense, urban area with over 14,000 residents. It's a mix of cultures and incomes, but reviews are mixed. One resident calls it "Ghetto" and mentions "many junkies and psychiatric people. Lots of shouting. Lots of rubbish." Another says it's "Cosy" and a "Great neighbourhood." A third review describes feeling unsafe: "I've been harassed several times." Based on six reviews, the average score is 6.91. The neighbourhood Oud Charlois has a high crime rate (819 incidents) and a very high population density.
For daily shopping, MCD is just around the corner, and Aldi and PLUS are a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools nearby: Obs Charlois is a couple of streets away, and basisschool Wereldwijs and Wilhelminaschool are within a five-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive amenities, but the train station is 4.9 km away, so you'll rely on trams or buses.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Ooms Makelaars and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Dokstraat 59, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 6 residents
Many junkies and psychiatric people. Lots of shouting. Lots of rubbish. Poorly maintained. Positive: tram connection
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not Charlois anymore. I've been harassed several times. Once I was even chased by a tinted person with a face mask while they haven't been worn for a long time. Then as a woman you feel very small. The school is lagging behind because too many children don't speak Dutch, including our children who suffer. Since the flat was renovated, everything has gone downhill. You can count the Dutch on one hand now, it used to be different. They make a mess of it and around the flat there are regularly those balloons, gas cylinders behind the lift, 30 or so. Accessibility is good, the only positive. I have no words for it, but still nothing is done about it.
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on a nice street with friendly neighbours. Most people say hello on the street, which was different in the village where we used to live. Because this is a close-knit neighbourhood, it's nice and pleasant that people look out for each other. The butcher/supermarket around the corner is unfortunately gone, so we walk to the MCD. Perfectly doable. Public transport is also within walking distance. It's a shame that sometimes household items are left outside and that when bins are overflowing, rubbish is placed next to them. That's why hygiene scores a bit lower here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have seen and experienced nasty things here. More and more old Rotterdammers are dying and newcomers are replacing them, all kinds of newcomers. The neighbourhood is full of plastic and rubbish on the grass patches and people sometimes throw dirty nappies from balconies into the harbour. Painful to see but the Municipality of Rotterdam keeps it reasonably well maintained, though they could send litter pickers more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn my opinion and experience, I find Oud Charlois a pleasant and quiet neighbourhood. It feels like a village within a city. With lots of greenery, playgrounds. Centrally located, you can be in the city centre/Zuidplein/Feijenoord in 10 minutes. I wouldn't want to live in any other neighbourhood.
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Data from Oud Charlois
86 within 5 km
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About Dokstraat 59, Rotterdam
The asking price of €365,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €326,555 and the median of €300,000. However, this apartment is larger (90 m²) and newer (2008) than many homes in Oud Charlois, where 65% of properties were built before 1945. The price per m² is about €4,056, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €3,964. So it's on the high side, but the modern specs and good energy label add value.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs and a smaller environmental footprint. In Oud Charlois, only about 21% of homes have label A, so this apartment is better than most in terms of energy performance.
Crime is a concern in Oud Charlois, with 819 incidents reported. Resident reviews mention harassment, drug use, and litter. One review says: "Many junkies and psychiatric people. Lots of shouting. Lots of rubbish." Another resident felt unsafe being chased. However, some residents find it "Cosy" and a "Great neighbourhood." It's a mixed picture, so you should visit at different times to get a feel.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Obs Charlois is 235 metres away, basisschool Wereldwijs is 579 metres, and Wilhelminaschool is 629 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.7 km away. The area has many schools, but some reviews mention that schools struggle with language barriers.
The nearest train station is 4.9 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a tram, bus, or bike to reach it. However, the area has good tram connections, as noted in one review.
MCD is just 134 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. Aldi and PLUS are about 930 and 991 metres respectively, a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn and Dirk are a bit further, around 1.2 km. So daily groceries are easy to get.
Yes, a park or public garden is just 0.2 km away, so it's a couple of streets away. That's handy for a quick walk or some fresh air.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud Charlois
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