Nieuwe Binnenweg 156B
Oude Westen, Rotterdam
AreaA classic apartment on the Nieuwe Binnenweg
This apartment sits on one of Rotterdam's most characterful streets, in the heart of the Oude Westen. The building dates from 1888, and the home has been brought up to an energy label A, which is very efficient. At €2,350 per month, the rent is in line with the average for apartments in Rotterdam, though the 68 m² floor area is a little more compact than the neighbourhood norm.
The Oude Westen neighbourhood
The Oude Westen neighbourhood is a lively, densely populated part of the city centre, with a mix of ages and household types. Based on two reviews, residents give it a 7.02 out of 10. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment". Another describes "lots of potential but lots of nuisance and often unsafe", mentioning street noise and occasional disturbances. The same resident does note that the location is close to shops, museums and restaurants, and that the street is quiet in the evenings.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR express is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and an Ekoplaza not much further. For school runs, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is on your doorstep, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is just around the corner, and KC Het Oude Westen is a couple of streets away. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Rotterdam offers everything else you might need.
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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 Nieuwe Binnenweg 156B, Rotterdam
Is €2,350 a fair rent for this apartment?
The average rent for a rental home in the Oude Westen is €2,321, with a median of €2,500. At €2,350, this apartment sits close to the average, though the 68 m² floor area is below the neighbourhood average of 80 m². The energy label A is very efficient, which helps keep running costs down. Whether the price is fair depends on how you weigh the central location against the more compact size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is officially registered as having a very good energy performance, so you can expect relatively low heating costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and does not say anything specific about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.1 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it straightforward to travel to other parts of Rotterdam and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Oude Westen is a densely populated city-centre neighbourhood with a mix of ages and household types. Based on two resident reviews, it scores 7.02 out of 10. One resident highlights the entertainment and convenience, while another mentions occasional nuisance and safety concerns, balanced against the quiet evenings and good connections. It is a lively area with a strong core of neighbours who organise events.
What shops and schools are nearby?
A SPAR express is 173 metres away, an Albert Heijn is 307 metres, and an Ekoplaza is 343 metres, so daily groceries are within easy reach. For schools, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is 204 metres away, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 295 metres, and KC Het Oude Westen is 313 metres. Both primary and secondary education are close by.
How does the rent compare with other homes in the area?
The average rent per square metre in the Oude Westen is €32.18, and this apartment works out at about €34.56 per square metre. That is slightly above the neighbourhood average, reflecting the central location and the efficient energy label. The median rent in the area is €2,500, so this home sits below that figure.
