Oude Westen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment in the Oude Westen is a quiet find in a lively part of town. With an A+ energy label, it's efficient and modern, and at €1,595 per month it's priced 23% below the neighbourhood average, a keen deal for a home that's ready to move into. For context, that's well under the median rent of €2,272 in this area, where most apartments go for more. If you're looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its value.
The neighbourhood Oude Westen is a dense, urban neighbourhood, think busy streets, a mix of students and families, and plenty going on. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment", while another notes that while there's "lots of potential", there can be "nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, and drug use", and they sometimes feel unsafe. They also mention heavy, fast traffic and a high turnover of temporary residents. On the plus side, they appreciate the core of neighbours who stay in touch, the newsletters and events, and the location close to shops, museums, and restaurants. The area is very strongly urban (over 6,700 addresses per km²), with mostly flats and a young population, many singles and students.
For daily errands, a SPAR express is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There's also an Ekoplaza and an AH to go just around the corner. Schools are close too: KC Het Oude Westen primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium secondary school is just around the corner. The municipality Rotterdam offers all the city's amenities, from museums to parks, and the neighbourhood has a park or garden within a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Mees Makelaardij and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you can get a clear picture from the listing.
Details of this home
Saftlevenstraat 35, Rotterdam
Good · 2 residents
nice place, plenty of entertainment
Auto-translated to English by AIThe 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. Some neighbourhood police officers are fantastic, but I once spoke to an officer at a municipal meeting who didn't take this seriously at all ("you're a strong girl", "it's the landlord's responsibility", "just finish your studies quickly and move out"), which doesn't help that feeling of safety. I also find the traffic on my street heavy and especially fast and reckless. After moves, the houses often get students or shared households with young people (like mine). That's a shame; the neighbourhood gets many temporary residents with little connection to the area. I hope the Affordable Rent Act will restore that in the long run. I do see elsewhere in the area that there are social housing units, making the composition of residents mixed, and I think that's healthy. In the mid-range segment, however, I miss affordable homes. The residents of the area have a core of neighbours who have good contact. Newsletters are sent out and events are organised. As a tenant, I only heard about this after a few years. Furthermore, the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg, the area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, I live close to the museums, restaurants in the city centre, and despite that it's quiet on my street in the evenings. I miss greenery in the city but find that there are more and more neighbourhood initiatives to green streets and redesigns where parking spaces make way for tree pits, etc. Very nice!
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About Saftlevenstraat 35, Rotterdam
Yes, it's a keen price. The average rent in the Oude Westen for a comparable apartment is €2,077, and the median is even higher at €2,272. At 23% below the neighbourhood average, this apartment offers good value, especially with its A+ energy label and 64 m² of space.
The Oude Westen is a very urban, lively area with a mix of students, young professionals, and families. Residents appreciate the central location and entertainment options, but some note issues with nuisance, drug use, and traffic. There's a strong core of neighbours who organise events, and the area is well connected by public transport.
A SPAR express is just 94 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in seconds. There's also an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk, plus an Ekoplaza and an AH to go nearby.
Primary school KC Het Oude Westen is about 500 metres away, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium secondary school is just 200 metres from the apartment. Several other schools are within walking distance.
Yes, it has an A+ energy label, which means it's very efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a modern, well-insulated home.
The neighbourhood is well connected by metro, tram, and bus. The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a 15-minute walk. Many amenities are within walking distance, so you may not need public transport daily.
The Oude Westen has a total of 1,175 reported crimes, which is relatively high for a city centre area. Residents mention nuisance and drug-related issues, but also note that some police officers are helpful. It's worth considering your own comfort level.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Westen
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