A modern apartment in Nieuwe Werk
This apartment on Houtlaan 69 sits in Nieuwe Werk, a quiet corner of Rotterdam Centrum. Built in 2022, it has an A++ energy label, which is the most efficient rating available. At €2,205 per month, the rent sits 27% below the neighbourhood average of €3,030, so it is keenly priced for the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam in this price range are not easy to come by.
The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood
Nieuwe Werk is a small, leafy enclave with around 3,240 residents. Most households are single people, and the average household size is 1.6. The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45. It is a calm, residential pocket within the city, with a high proportion of owner-occupied homes. The Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood is known for its quiet streets and proximity to the river.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a couple of streets away. For schools, Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is a five-minute walk, and the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is just beyond that. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium, a secondary school, is a ten-minute walk. The train station is about two kilometres away, which is a manageable distance for commuters. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a wide range of amenities within easy reach.
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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.
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About Houtlaan 69, Rotterdam
Is €2,205 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €3,030, which makes it a keen price for the area. The apartment is 132 m² with an A++ energy label, so running costs should be low. Given the modern build and central location, the rent appears to be on the low side compared to other rentals in Nieuwe Werk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A++, which is the highest efficiency rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance as certified.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
An Albert Heijn is about 218 metres away, so it is just around the corner. A SPAR is about 675 metres away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is about 442 metres away, and the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is about 467 metres. For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is about 907 metres away. Several other primary schools are within a kilometre or so.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 2.1 kilometres from the apartment. That is a reasonable distance for a walk or a short cycle.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Nieuwe Werk is a quiet, residential area with about 3,240 residents. Most households are single people, and the average household size is 1.6. The age mix is varied, with a large share of residents between 25 and 45. It is a calm pocket within the city, with a high proportion of owner-occupied homes.
