A pre-war apartment in Nieuwe Westen
This apartment on Hooidrift sits in the Nieuwe Westen, a lively part of Delfshaven where the streets are lined with pre-war housing. Built in 1908, the home is typical of the area, where over nine in ten homes date from before 1945. The asking price of €419,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €482,261, a difference of 13 percent. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,647, while this home is listed at €4,190 per square metre. If you are looking at [apartments in Rotterdam]( /koopwoningen/rotterdam/appartementen/ ), this one stands out for its price relative to the local market.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 100 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 103 m². The home is on the first floor and has a back garden. It is offered in full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs. The property has a volume of 333 m³.
Life in Nieuwe Westen
Residents give [the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood]( /buurt/nieuwe-westen-rotterdam/ ) an average score of 7.2, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "a jack of all trades," noting the mix of nationalities and the many activities for all ages. Another says it feels safe during the day but less so in the evening. A third resident is more reserved, calling it "distant." The reviews reflect a diverse area with both positives and drawbacks. Around half of households are single-person, and the average household size is 2.0.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and there are two Albert Heijn stores a couple of streets away. CBS Mozaiek primary school is on your doorstep, and MEX010 secondary school is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Hospice De Vier Vogels, a short walk away, and Apotheek Delfshaven pharmacy is a couple of streets off. Bus line 32 stops at Hooidrift, just around the corner, and the Heemraadsplein stop offers trams and buses with lines 4, 6, 14 and 32. The metro at Delfshaven is a couple of streets away, and Rotterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Rotterdam]( /gemeente/rotterdam/ ) is well served by public transport. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 2 percent of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. For pluvial flooding, the indication is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including PMA Makelaardij en beheer on Funda and Pararius, as well as through Huispedia.
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About Hooidrift 134A, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Nieuwe Westen?
The asking price of €419,000 is 13 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €482,261, which is described as keen. The price per square metre is €4,190, compared with the neighbourhood average of €4,647 per square metre. This puts the home at the lower end of the local market, though the median asking price in the area is €399,500, so this home is slightly above that.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 100 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 103 m². The home is on the first floor and has a back garden. It is offered in full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home was built in 1908, and the label reflects the current energy performance as registered. No specific insulation features are mentioned in the listing, so the label is based on the official registration.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is not always included in listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. You would need to check the municipal records for the current WOZ value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public risk data at address level shows road traffic noise at 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 27 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 2 percent of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1908, which is before 1970, but the risk level is based on broader area data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 441 metres away, which is a couple of streets from the home. There are also two Albert Heijn stores at 610 and 617 metres, and a Dirk at 718 metres. For organic options, Ekoplaza is at 823 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
What schools are close to this apartment?
CBS Mozaiek primary school is right next to the building, at just 11 metres. De Vierambacht primary school is 346 metres away, and Valentijnschool is 360 metres. For secondary education, MEX010 - Dé mavo voor Expressie is 184 metres away. There are 199 schools within five kilometres, so there is a wide choice.
How is the public transport connection from Hooidrift?
Bus line 32 stops at Hooidrift, just 135 metres away. The Heemraadsplein stop, at 354 metres, offers trams and buses with lines 4, 6, 14 and 32. The metro at Delfshaven is 403 metres away, with lines A, B and C. Rotterdam Centraal train station is about 1.9 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Nieuwe Westen?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2, based on five reviews. One resident calls it "a jack of all trades," appreciating the diversity and activities. Another says it feels safe during the day but less so in the evening. A third describes it as "distant." The reviews reflect a mixed experience, with both positive and negative points.
