Rochussenstraat 397B
Nieuwe Westen · 3023 DK Rotterdam
A grand apartment on a busy street
This spacious apartment sits on the Rochussenstraat in the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood of Rotterdam, a lively part of the city where many nationalities live side by side. The home was set on a busy road, yet enjoys a free view, and was listed for €945,000. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Rotterdam reflected a different segment of the market, so this home stood out for its size and finish. This home has not been online since 7 November 2026.
A home with generous proportions
Built in 1929, this apartment spans three floors and offered eight rooms, including four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a total living area of 223 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 228 m². The home features a balcony and a northeast-facing back garden of 105 m² with storage space. According to the agent, the property had triple glazing (HR+++), wall insulation and floor insulation, and was heated by a combi boiler. It was offered as full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €240.
Life in the Nieuwe Westen
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "a jack of all trades," noting the mix of nationalities and the many activities for all ages, though they also mention noise from neighbours and litter being thrown from windows. Another resident finds the area safe during the day but less so in the evening. The neighbourhood has around 19,000 inhabitants, with a large share of single-person households. For more on what it's like to live here, see the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are close by, with a Jumbo just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For schools, CBS Mozaiek is a couple of streets away, and MEX010, a secondary school, is also nearby. The nearest GP is Hospice De Vier Vogels, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Delfshaven, is on your doorstep. Public transport is well served: metro lines A, B and C stop at Delfshaven, a couple of streets away, and tram lines 5, 8 and 18 also stop there. Rotterdam Centraal station is about two kilometres away, within the municipality of Rotterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €763,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 24% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 57%, from €486,000 to €763,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 2% of properties in the area showing an elevated pile-rot risk, and the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, though the flood risk is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Huysvisie, makelaar anno nu.
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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 Rochussenstraat 397B, Rotterdam
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price for this apartment was €945,000. The home was listed with a living area of 223 m² according to the agent, which worked out to €4,238 per m². The average asking price in the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood was €465,079, and the average price per m² was €4,600.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment spans three floors and had eight rooms in total, including four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The living area was 223 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 228 m². There is a balcony, and the home includes a northeast-facing back garden of 105 m² with storage space.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value was €763,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 24% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had increased by 57%, from €486,000 in 2020 to €763,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 32 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 26 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in the area built before 1970 have an elevated pile-rot risk. This home was built in 1929. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk at this address is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo at 399 metres, followed by an Albert Heijn at 615 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 790 metres, and a Dirk is at 826 metres. There are 96 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest school is MEX010, a secondary school for expression, at 365 metres. CBS Mozaiek, a primary school, is at 387 metres, and the Valentijnschool is at 423 metres. Harbour IBSR Bilingual is at 466 metres. In total, there are 204 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest metro stop is Delfshaven, served by lines A, B and C, at 348 metres. The same location also has a tram stop with lines 5, 8 and 18. Heemraadsplein, at 452 metres, offers bus and tram lines 4, 6, 14 and 32. Rotterdam Centraal train station is about 2.1 kilometres away.
What do residents say about the Nieuwe Westen?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident calls it "a jack of all trades," appreciating the mix of nationalities and activities, but notes noise from neighbours and litter. Another finds it safe during the day but less so in the evening. The reviews reflect the neighbourhood as a whole, not this specific home.
