Oud Charlois, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1934 apartment on the Frans Bekkerstraat in Oud Charlois is compact but full of character. At 53 m² it's a cosy home, and with an energy label G you'll want to budget for higher heating costs. The asking price of €222,500 is 32% below the neighbourhood average, which makes it a keen option for buyers looking for an affordable entry into Rotterdam. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price and size.
Oud Charlois is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, very high density and plenty of activity. Residents give it a 6.9 out of 10 based on six reviews. One resident calls it "Ghetto" and mentions "many junkies and psychiatric people. Lots of shouting. Lots of rubbish." Another says "Cosy, great neighbourhood." A third review is more critical: "It's not Charlois anymore. I've been harassed several times." The area has many single-person households and a young population, with average incomes. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Oud Charlois.
For daily shopping, MCD is just around the corner, and Aldi and PLUS are a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Obs Charlois is a couple of streets away, and Wilhelminaschool is also nearby. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden on your doorstep, and a restaurant within a five-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers extensive amenities across the city.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Van der Wiel Makelaardij & Taxaties, Funda, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Frans Bekkerstraat 80F, 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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79 within 5 km
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About Frans Bekkerstraat 80F, Rotterdam
The asking price is 32% below the average asking price in Oud Charlois (€326,555), which makes it look keen. But the apartment is also smaller than average (53 m² vs 86 m²) and has an energy label G, so the lower price reflects those factors. Compared to similar homes in the area, it's priced to sell quickly.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, meaning the home is not energy-efficient. You can expect high heating costs, especially in winter. The neighbourhood has 35% of homes with label D or lower, so it's not unusual for the area, but it's something to factor into your monthly budget.
Oud Charlois is a densely populated urban area with a mix of opinions. Some residents find it cosy, while others report issues with nuisance and safety. The neighbourhood has a young population, many single-person households, and good public transport connections. The train station is 4.9 km away, so you'd rely on trams and buses.
The nearest supermarket is MCD, just 280 metres away. Aldi and PLUS are within a kilometre. For primary education, Obs Charlois (170 m) and Wilhelminaschool (234 m) are very close. There are also several secondary schools within walking distance.
In Oud Charlois, sold homes had an average listing time of 66 days. That's a bit over two months, which suggests a balanced market, not too fast, not too slow. Your specific apartment's time on market will depend on its condition and how it's priced.
The neighbourhood has a very high density of addresses, indicating good urban amenities. The nearest train station is 4.9 km away, but tram and bus connections are available within the area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oud Charlois
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