A classic apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal
This apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal sits in the heart of Rotterdam, a stone's throw from the lively West-Kruiskade and the museums. Built in 1882, it carries a stately age, yet the energy label A+ tells you the home runs efficiently. At 82 m², it offers a comfortable footprint for a couple or a single person. The rent of €2,250 is keen, sitting 16% below the neighbourhood average of €2,686, which makes it a sensible option in a market where apartments in Rotterdam typically go for more.
Life in the Oude Westen
The Oude Westen neighbourhood is a mixed bag, according to the two reviews we have. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment". Another speaks of "lots of potential but lots of nuisance and often unsafe", pointing to street disturbances and heavy traffic. The same reviewer notes a core of neighbours who keep good contact, with newsletters and events. It is a dense, urban area with many single-person households, and the mix of residents is something the second reviewer sees as healthy.
Daily routines on the street
For daily shopping, a SPAR express is on your doorstep, with Ekoplaza just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. Schools are close too: Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is a couple of streets away, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. The train station is about a kilometre away, so getting out of the city is straightforward. The municipality of Rotterdam keeps the area well connected, with trams and buses nearby.
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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 130F, Rotterdam
Is €2,250 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,250 is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €2,686 for rentals. With an average rental price per m² of €36.48 in the Oude Westen, this 82 m² apartment comes in at about €27.44 per m², which is on the keen side. The median rent in the area is €2,723, so this listing sits comfortably under that.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient label a home can have. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the home's energy performance as assessed.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A SPAR express is just 67 metres away, so you can pop out for a loaf of bread in under a minute. Ekoplaza is 216 metres away, and there is another SPAR express at 356 metres. An Albert Heijn is 417 metres away, so you have several options for your weekly shop within a short walk.
What schools are nearby?
Het Praktijkcollege Centrum, a secondary school, is 276 metres away. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium, a well-known grammar school, is 327 metres away. For primary education, KC Het Oude Westen is 402 metres away, and the Mariaschool Schietbaanlaan is 490 metres away. There are also several other schools within a few hundred metres.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.1 kilometres from the apartment. That is roughly a 15-minute walk, or a short tram or bus ride. The area is well connected by public transport, with metro, tram and bus options nearby, according to a resident review.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Oude Westen has a mixed reputation. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment", while another mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street" and feeling unsafe at times. The same reviewer notes that the area has a core of neighbours with good contact, and that it is quiet on their street in the evenings. It is a dense, urban area with many single-person households.
