A spacious apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This bright apartment on Saftlevenstraat sits in the lively Oude Westen, right in the middle of Rotterdam. This listing does not state a year of construction. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the home itself and the neighbourhood, not its build history. At €2,500 per month, the rent sits right at the median for rentals in the area, and the 194 m² floor area is far above the local average. For context, apartments in Rotterdam give you a sense of what is available across the city.
The Oude Westen neighbourhood
The Oude Westen neighbourhood is a dense, urban area with a strong mix of residents. Based on two reviews, opinions are divided. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment". Another says: "The neighbourhood has a lot of potential to live comfortably, but due to frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use, and even sleepers in the porches in winter, I often feel unsafe." The same resident notes that "the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg" and that the area is "well connected by metro, tram and bus". Most households are single people, and the streets are busy with a mix of long-term locals and students.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy here. A SPAR express is just around the corner for quick groceries, with Ekoplaza a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. For schools, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is a couple of streets away, and KC Het Oude Westen primary school is a five-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Rotterdam, which means you are close to the museums, restaurants and cultural life of the city centre.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Riva Rentals B.V. and other platforms.
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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 Saftlevenstraat 15A, Rotterdam
Is €2,500 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,500 matches the median for rentals in the Oude Westen, where the average asking price is €2,321 and the median is €2,500. With 194 m², this home is significantly larger than the neighbourhood average of 80 m², so the price per square metre works out well below the local average of €32.18 per m².
How big is this apartment?
The floor area is 194 m², which is 142% larger than the average rental in the Oude Westen. That makes it a very spacious apartment by local standards, giving you plenty of room compared to typical rentals in the area.
What is the energy label?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient label a home can have. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to homes with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and reflects the home's energy performance.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Oude Westen is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very mixed population. One resident describes it as a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment", while another mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling unsafe at times. The same resident appreciates the location close to shops, museums and restaurants, and notes that the area is well connected by public transport.
How close are shops and schools?
A SPAR express is on your doorstep at 100 metres, with Ekoplaza at 298 metres and an Albert Heijn at 385 metres. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium secondary school is 242 metres away, and KC Het Oude Westen primary school is 403 metres away. The train station is 1.4 km from the home.
Why is there no year of construction in this listing?
Riva Rentals B.V. has published only the street, price and floor area.
