Rakstraat 18A
Nieuw Crooswijk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodA stylish apartment in Nieuw Crooswijk
This two-bedroom apartment on Rakstraat brings a calm, residential feel to the heart of Rotterdam. With 88 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is both efficient and comfortable. The asking price of €470,000 is 52% below the neighbourhood average of €969,404, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Rotterdam.
The Nieuw Crooswijk neighbourhood
Nieuw Crooswijk is a dense, urban area with a mix of pre-war and modern housing. The neighbourhood has a young population, with many residents in the 25-45 age bracket. It is a lively area with a high address density of 4,728 per km². Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the central location and the green spaces nearby. One resident says: "It's close to everything, yet quiet enough to relax." Another notes: "The park is just a few minutes away, perfect for a morning run." For more context, see the Nieuw Crooswijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy with an Aldi just a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. For fresh bread or a quick coffee, the SPAR express is also within walking distance. Families have several primary schools nearby, including Noen and Oscar Romero, both just around the corner. Secondary education is available at Rudolf Steiner College, a five-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 2.4 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Rotterdam.
Source
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Van Herk Makelaars.
Features
Details of this home
Location
Rakstraat 18A, Rotterdam
Neighbourhood statistics
Data from Nieuw Crooswijk
Housing market
Data from Nieuw Crooswijk
Supermarkets
95 within 5 km
Schools
187 within 5 km
Frequently asked questions
About Rakstraat 18A, Rotterdam
Is €470,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €470,000 is 52% below the neighbourhood average of €969,404. However, this apartment is also 40% smaller than the average home in Nieuw Crooswijk (88 m² vs 146 m²). Given the efficient A label and the central location, the price is keen compared to other listings in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. This means heating costs are likely to be low, and the home meets modern sustainability standards. In the neighbourhood, 47.1% of homes have label A, so this property is in line with the local trend.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Aldi at 105 metres, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is 793 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are also a SPAR express and a Coop within about 800 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Noen at 193 metres, Oscar Romero at 444 metres, and KC Talma at 452 metres. For secondary education, Rudolf Steiner College is 449 metres away. All are within a five- to ten-minute walk.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.4 km from the apartment. This is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride. The area is also well served by bus and tram lines, making it easy to reach other parts of Rotterdam.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Nieuw Crooswijk is a densely populated urban neighbourhood with a young demographic. It has a high address density of 4,728 per km², indicating a lively, built-up environment. The area has a mix of pre-war and modern housing, with many recent builds. Residents appreciate the proximity to parks and the central location.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
Currently, there are 10 homes for sale in Nieuw Crooswijk, with an average asking price of €969,404 and a median of €849,250. The average price per m² is €6,615. This apartment is priced well below the average, partly due to its smaller size.
What is the year of construction?
The apartment was built in 1904, so it has a pre-war character. In the neighbourhood, 46.7% of homes were built before 1945, so this is a common period. The property has been updated with an A energy label, so it combines old charm with modern efficiency.
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