Nieuwe Westen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Ruilstraat sits in the lively Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood of Rotterdam. Built in 1909, it has an energy label F, which means heating costs will be significant. At 68 m², it is smaller than many homes in the area, and the asking price of €395,500 is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €514,034, a keen price for a flat in this part of town. For context, the supply of apartments in Rotterdam varies widely in price and size.
Nieuwe Westen is a dense, urban area with a mix of nationalities and plenty going on. Based on five resident reviews, it gets a 7.2 out of 10. One resident calls it 'a jack of all trades', noting the many activities and educational spots, but also mentions noise from neighbours and littering. Another describes it as a 'quiet neighbourhood' during the day, though less so in the evening. The area has a high address density and mostly pre-war housing, with many single-person households. For more on the area, see the Nieuwe Westen neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For fresh produce, Ekoplaza is a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too, CBS Mozaiek is on your doorstep, and De Vierambacht primary school is a five-minute walk. Secondary school MEX010 is also within a couple of streets. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Rotterdam, which manages local amenities and public spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including CORPOwonen. The agent has published the full details, so the information on this page reflects the current listing.
Details of this home
Ruilstraat 4A, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
I live in a noisy house myself and have a lot of noise from the neighbours. Which is why I'm looking for another house. But apart from that, it's a nice neighbourhood here. With many nationalities living together in one neighbourhood. There are many activities for all ages. And there are many educational locations in my neighbourhood. But in my flat, there are also people who unfortunately just throw rubbish down from their window. As a result, there are food scraps behind the houses near the storage units and on the roof of the storage units.
Auto-translated to English by AII find my neighbourhood safe during the day, less so in the evening. Many asylum seekers walk around, who spoil things.
Auto-translated to English by AIDistant, people live there but then again not really
Auto-translated to English by AINot bad but could be better
Auto-translated to English by AIHet nieuwe westen is a nice neighbourhood but with many points for improvement. These points are already being worked on hard and the situation is already much better compared to 5 years ago.
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Data from Nieuwe Westen
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About Ruilstraat 4A, Rotterdam
The asking price of €395,500 is 23% below the average asking price in Nieuwe Westen (€514,034). However, this apartment is also smaller than average (68 m² vs 111 m²) and has an energy label F, which means higher energy costs. Compared to similar apartments in the neighbourhood, the price per m² is around €5,816, which is above the neighbourhood average of €4,725 per m². So while the total price is lower, you are paying a premium per square metre.
Energy label F indicates poor energy efficiency. The home was built in 1909 and likely lacks modern insulation. You can expect higher heating and electricity costs compared to a home with a better label. In Nieuwe Westen, most homes for sale have a better energy label: only about 20% have label D or lower. It is worth factoring in potential renovation costs for insulation or heating upgrades.
Residents give mixed views on safety. One review says the area feels safe during the day but less so in the evening, mentioning 'asylum seekers' as a concern. Another resident reports no safety issues but notes littering. The neighbourhood recorded 1,224 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a dense urban area.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood has a very high address density (6,837 addresses per km²), so public transport connections are generally good in this part of Rotterdam.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 0.4 km away, just a five-minute walk. This makes it easy to get some fresh air without going far. The neighbourhood is very urban, so green space is limited, but the nearby park provides a welcome break from the streets.
In Nieuwe Westen, sold homes took an average of 63 days to sell. That is a bit over two months, which suggests a reasonably active market. The current apartment has been listed at a price below the neighbourhood average, which may attract interest, but the small size and poor energy label could mean it takes longer to find the right buyer.
Nieuwe Westen has a mix of households: about 27% are couples with children, while 52% are single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and a secondary school just a couple of streets away. Residents mention many activities for all ages. However, the apartment itself is 68 m², which may be tight for a family with children.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Nieuwe Westen
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