A lively apartment in Rubroek
This apartment on Jonker Fransstraat 47A sits in Rubroek, a neighbourhood where many cultures come together and the streets have a lively, everyday rhythm. With 54 m² of living space and an energy label F, this is a home with character rather than modern efficiency. The rent of €1,695 is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €1,362, so it sits on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price, and this one is at the upper end.
Rubroek: a mix of cultures and generations
Rubroek is a neighbourhood where different cultures and generations mix. One resident describes it as "Many cultures together," adding that "good people get along well here." The same resident notes a downside: "too little control over the parking spaces, a lot of nuisance from youngsters with those balloons." Based on this single review, the neighbourhood scores 7.5 out of 10. CBS figures show a high share of single-person households, at 59%, and a relatively young population, with 35% aged 25 to 45. This is a place where the Rubroek neighbourhood feels urban and connected.
Daily life on Jonker Fransstraat
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. Schools are close too: the Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both a couple of streets away, and the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is. The train station is 1.4 km away, so a commute by rail is feasible. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a dense network of amenities, and this street is well placed within it.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Rental Rotterdam.
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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 Jonker Fransstraat 47A, Rotterdam
Is the rent of €1,695 reasonable for this apartment?
The rent is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €1,362, which puts it on the high side for Rubroek. The average price per m² in the area is €21.3, and this apartment works out at about €31.4 per m². Whether it is reasonable depends on what you value, but it is clearly above the local norm.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is one of the least efficient labels. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The label is an official registration, but it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Rubroek is a neighbourhood where many cultures come together, according to one resident. The same resident mentions that people get along well, but also notes nuisance from youngsters and limited control over parking spaces. The neighbourhood scores 7.5 out of 10 based on this single review.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The nearest Albert Heijn is just 177 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A Jumbo is 513 metres away, and a Dirk is at 652 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several primary schools within a few hundred metres. The Waalse School and OBS Crooswijk are both at 249 metres, and the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is at 408 metres. Secondary education is available at 0.9 km.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.4 km from the apartment. That is a walk of about 15 to 20 minutes, or a short cycle. The exact station is not named in the listing.
