A classic apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal
This apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal sits in the Oude Westen, a lively part of Rotterdam with a real city pulse. Built in 1898, it carries the character of a classic Rotterdam street, while the A+ energy label is a modern touch. At €1,600 per month, the rent sat well below the neighbourhood average, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Rotterdam. This home has not been online since 28 September 2026.
The Oude Westen neighbourhood
The Oude Westen neighbourhood is a mixed, energetic area. 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 is more cautious, noting "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling "unsafe" at times, though they also praise the location: "close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg," well connected by metro, tram and bus, and "quiet on my street in the evenings." The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a young demographic.
Life on the street
Daily life here is about convenience. For groceries, a SPAR express is just around the corner, with an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. For schools, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is just around the corner, while KC Het Oude Westen primary school is a five-minute walk. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium is also close by. The city centre, museums and restaurants are all within easy reach, and the train station is a short distance away. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all the urban amenities you could want.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Woonzeker Rentals and available through several channels.
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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 's-Gravendijkwal 118A, Rotterdam
Was €1,600 a fair price for this apartment?
The rent of €1,600 was 34% below the neighbourhood average of €2,415. With 97 m² of floor area, that worked out to about €16.50 per m², compared to the average of €32.28 per m² in the Oude Westen. It was a keen price for the size and location.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. The label is an official registration and reflects the property's energy performance.
How is the neighbourhood for safety and noise?
Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.02 out of 10. One review mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling "unsafe" at times. Another calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment." The same cautious review notes heavy, fast traffic on the street but also that it is "quiet on my street in the evenings."
What is the public transport like from this address?
The area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, as one resident notes. The train station is 1.4 km away, so you can reach other parts of the city and beyond without a car.
What is the demographic mix in the Oude Westen?
The neighbourhood has about 9,705 residents. It is a young area, with 33% aged 25 to 45 and 15% aged 15 to 25. Single-person households make up 58% of all households, and the average household size is 1.7 people. It is a densely populated urban area.
How many homes were available for rent in the neighbourhood?
There were at the time 42 rental homes available in the Oude Westen, with prices ranging from €473 to €4,300 per month. The average rental price was €2,415, and the median was €2,575. This apartment at €1,600 was well below both figures.
