A spacious apartment on Sint-Jobstraat
This rental home on Sint-Jobstraat in Rotterdam is a generous find. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the home's size and its surroundings, not its energy performance. At 132 m², the floor area is 25% larger than the neighbourhood average of 106 m², which is reflected in the rent of €2,395 per month. That figure sits at the top of the local rental range, where the average asking rent is €2,100 and the maximum is €2,375, so the price is on the high side. For context, the home is one of the apartments in Rotterdam.
Life in Schiemond
Schiemond is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of ages: 31% of residents are between 25 and 45, while 15% are 65 or older. Households here are split fairly evenly, with 42% single-person homes and 32% families with children. The area has a practical, everyday feel, with a large supermarket just a couple of streets away and a GP practice around the corner. The neighbourhood is part of the Schiemond neighbourhood, which sits within the wider Delfshaven district.
Daily life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR express a short walk further. School runs are easy too: Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier is on your doorstep, and De Theaterhavo/vwo is a five-minute walk. The train station is 3.4 km away, so commuting by rail means a short cycle or bus ride. This part of Rotterdam is well served for everyday needs, all within the municipality of Rotterdam.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed via several channels, including VERRA Makelaars.
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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 Sint-Jobstraat 17, Rotterdam
Is €2,395 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,395 is above the neighbourhood average of €2,100 and the median of €2,095. It is also higher than the maximum of €2,375 seen in the current rental listings in Schiemond. However, this home is larger than most, with 132 m² compared to the average of 106 m², which explains part of the premium. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space.
How does the floor area compare to other rentals in the area?
At 132 m², this apartment is 25% larger than the average rental in Schiemond, which comes to 106 m². That is a significant difference and likely a key reason for the higher rent. If you are looking for space, this home stands out from the typical offering in the neighbourhood.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Albert Heijn is just 216 metres away, so daily groceries are a quick walk. A SPAR express is at 659 metres, and an AH to go is at 822 metres. With 96 supermarkets within 5 km, you will never be far from a shop in this part of Rotterdam.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool Locatie Müllerpier is the closest primary school at 137 metres, with Delfshaven primary school at 346 metres. For secondary education, De Theaterhavo/vwo is at 315 metres and Middelland College at 346 metres. There are 193 schools within 5 km, so options are plentiful.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3.4 km from the home. That is a manageable distance by bike or a short bus ride, though not within walking distance for most people.
