A spacious apartment in Nieuwe Westen
This rental home on Hooidrift 17B02 in Rotterdam's Nieuwe Westen is a generous find. This listing did not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the home's size and the neighbourhood, not its energy performance. At €2,600 a month, the rent sat well above the neighbourhood average, which was in line with the extra space you get compared to other [apartments in Rotterdam]. This home has not been online since 13 October 2026.
The Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood
Nieuwe Westen is a mixed, lively part of Delfshaven. Based on three reviews, residents give it a 7.2 out of 10. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is a jack of all trades." Another describes it as a "Quiet neighbourhood", though they add that it feels safer during the day than in the evening. The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a mix of ages. It is a place where different nationalities live side by side, and there are plenty of activities for all ages, as one resident notes. For more context, you can read about [the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood].
Life on the street
Daily life here is convenient. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For school runs, IKC de Ark is on your doorstep, and De Vierambacht is just around the corner too. The nearest secondary school is a short walk. The area is part of [the municipality of Rotterdam], which means all the city's amenities are within easy reach.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via BenHousing.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Hooidrift 17B02, Rotterdam
Was €2,600 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent was 32% above the neighbourhood average of €1,977. However, the floor area of 130 m² is 26% larger than the average of 103 m² in Nieuwe Westen. So you are paying more, but you are also getting considerably more space than most rentals in the area.
How big is this apartment?
The floor area is 130 m², which is 26% larger than the average rental in Nieuwe Westen.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents rate Nieuwe Westen 7.2 out of 10. One calls it "a jack of all trades," noting the mix of nationalities and activities for all ages. Another describes it as quiet but adds that it feels less safe in the evening. It is a densely populated area with many single-person households.
How close are the nearest schools and shops?
The Albert Heijn is about 450 metres away, with Dirk and Ekoplaza within 600 metres. IKC de Ark primary school is just 36 metres from the door, and De Vierambacht is about 100 metres away. The nearest secondary school is roughly 260 metres.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
BenHousing had published only the street and price on their site.
