Gedempte Zalmhaven 266
Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodA modern apartment in Nieuwe Werk
This newly built apartment on Gedempte Zalmhaven sits in the heart of Rotterdam, with the Maas and the city's vibrant centre within easy reach. The building is from 2022 and carries an A++ energy label, so it is very efficient to run. At €3,495 per month, the rent is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €2,759, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price, and this one is clearly at the premium end.
The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood
The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood is a compact, central district with a strong urban character. With 3,150 residents, it is a lively place where most households are single people (59%), and there are few families with children (10%). The average household size is just 1.5, reflecting the many one-person flats. The area is densely built, with a high address density of over 4,000 per square kilometre, so you are right in the thick of city life. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on the figures.
Life on the street
Daily life here is convenient, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a SPAR a couple of streets away. For a wider choice, there are dozens of supermarkets within five kilometres. Schools are also close by: the Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is a five-minute walk, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is about ten minutes on foot. The nearest park is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just 100 metres away, so eating out is easy. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city, from culture to transport links.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including VERRA Makelaars, who are the main agent.
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About Gedempte Zalmhaven 266, Rotterdam
Is €3,495 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €2,759, so it is on the high side. The apartment is 106 m², which is 28% smaller than the average of 147 m² in the area. You are paying a premium for a new build with an A++ label in a central location. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but the figures show it is above the typical asking rent.
What does the A++ energy label mean for my energy costs?
An A++ label is the most efficient category, so you can expect low energy costs. This is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance. The label does not say anything about the condition of the property, but it does indicate that the home is designed to be energy-efficient, which is good news for your monthly bills.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.3 kilometres away. That is a manageable distance if you commute by train, though you would need to factor in a short cycle or bus ride to get there. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is given.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
Nieuwe Werk is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a high address density. Most residents live alone, and there are few families with children. For daily errands, an Albert Heijn is just 138 metres away, and a SPAR is 672 metres. A park is 200 metres away, and a restaurant is 100 metres, so you have plenty of options close by.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is 445 metres away, and the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is 452 metres. For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 800 metres away. There are also many other schools within five kilometres, so you have a wide choice.
How does the price compare to other rentals in the area?
The average rent in the neighbourhood is €2,759, and the median is €2,213. This apartment at €3,495 is well above both, and it is also higher than the average price per square metre of €23.91, since you are paying about €33 per m². The premium reflects the new build and central location, but it is definitely at the upper end of the market.
Statistics for Nieuwe Werk
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,013,096 | €625,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,756 | – |
| Rent price | €2,819 p/m | €2,350 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Rotterdam Centrum
How residents experience their district
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Auto-translated to English by AII live diagonally opposite a coffee shop. When the coffee shop is closed, dealing continues cheerfully in a parking lot that I look out onto from my apartment. I really don't find that pleasant or safe. And my porch is used as a toilet by homeless people, which is also not very pleasant. This is because close to where I live there is a Salvation Army shelter.
Auto-translated to English by AInice place, plenty of entertainment
Auto-translated to English by AIA lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has a lot of potential to live comfortably, but due to frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use, and even sleepers in the porches in winter, I often feel unsafe. Some neighbourhood police officers are fantastic, but I once spoke to an officer at a municipal meeting who didn't take this seriously at all ("you're a strong girl", "it's the landlord's responsibility", "just finish your studies quickly and move out"), which doesn't help that feeling of safety. I also find the traffic on my street heavy and especially fast and reckless. After moves, the houses often get students or shared households with young people (like mine). That's a shame; the neighbourhood gets many temporary residents with little connection to the area. I hope the Affordable Rent Act will restore that in the long run. I do see elsewhere in the area that there are social housing units, making the composition of residents mixed, and I think that's healthy. In the mid-range segment, however, I miss affordable homes. The residents of the area have a core of neighbours who have good contact. Newsletters are sent out and events are organised. As a tenant, I only heard about this after a few years. Furthermore, the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg, the area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, I live close to the museums, restaurants in the city centre, and despite that it's quiet on my street in the evenings. I miss greenery in the city but find that there are more and more neighbourhood initiatives to green streets and redesigns where parking spaces make way for tree pits, etc. Very nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIAn exciting neighbourhood, children's playgrounds, park nearby, canals, restaurants and bars, always very lively, plenty to do, i.e. grab a terrace, parade through the neighbourhood, playing children as well as students and elderly in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Rotterdam Centrum
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €698,272 | €513,598 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,053 | – |
| Rent price | €2,266 p/m | €2,228 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Rotterdam
How residents experience their municipality
Het is net een klein dorpje, je kunt overal fijn heen fietsen of lopen. Er is ook openbaar vervoer wat het nog makkelijker maakt om ergens heen te gaan. Niet al te ver van het centrum af.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for a few years. There's litter on the ground. But the supermarkets are good in the neighbourhood and there's a community centre. Nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIA very nice neighbourhood. The airport is nearby, but you don't hear a thing. Zestienhovenpark is great for walking or jogging. Many families with children live here. There is a lot of greenery and you see many birds. The best neighbourhood
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Auto-translated to English by AIWell, I was born here so I grew up with the neighbourhood as it is now.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is improving more and more each year. Thanks to the rent law, there are fewer slumlords and more and more families. It sometimes still has a bad reputation, but that is undeserved except for a few streets. The location is fantastic, metro, Zuidplein, city centre a quarter of an hour by bike. Zuiderpark is also around the corner and soon the Nelson Mandela park.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe facilities and the apartment itself are nice. But around the building there is a lot of rubbish on the street and junkies.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is and remains a village
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Rotterdam
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €518,432 | €433,185 |
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| Sale per m² | €5,023 | – |
| Rent price | €2,163 p/m | €2,113 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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