Van Vollenhovenstraat 3-101
Nieuwe Werk · 3016 BE Rotterdam
A calm spot in the heart of Rotterdam
This apartment sits in Nieuwe Werk, a quiet corner of Rotterdam Centrum where the city feels a little more relaxed. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, yet the park is just around the corner. The last known asking price of €415,000 was well below the neighbourhood average, which was a sharp price for this part of town. For context, the average asking price in the area was €1,033,883, so this home was priced 60% below that figure. If you are looking at apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its position in the market. This home has not been online since 30 September 2026.
The home itself
Built in 1970, this apartment had two rooms according to the agent. The living area was listed at 62 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 68 m². The energy label was A, which was an efficient label, so energy costs should be manageable. The home was offered for sale at €415,000, which worked out to €6,694 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The property was a standard apartment, with no garden or balcony mentioned in the listing.
Life in Nieuwe Werk
Residents of the district give their living experience an average score of 6.86, based on thirteen reviews. One resident said: "Ideal location", while another mentioned "I am looking for a home". The neighbourhood has around 3,150 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 59%. The average household size is 1.5, which reflects the urban character of the area. The crime figure stands at 410 reported incidents, which you can interpret for yourself. This is a lively part of the city, and the Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood has its own distinct feel within Rotterdam.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with an AH to go and a SPAR a couple of streets away. For schools, the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje are both a five-minute walk. The GP practice Maasdokters is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Vasteland is just around the corner. The Erasmus MC - Sophia hospital is also within a five-minute walk. For public transport, the Vasteland tram stop is on your doorstep with lines 5, 8 and 18, and Rotterdam Blaak station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Rotterdam offers all this within easy reach, as you would expect from the municipality of Rotterdam. The address does have some risk indications from public data, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 7% of properties in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, as is the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via NederWoon verhuurmakelaars Arnhem.
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About Van Vollenhovenstraat 3-101, Rotterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in Nieuwe Werk?
The asking price of €415,000 was 60% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,033,883. The median asking price in the area was €695,000, and prices range from €250,000 to €4,950,000. This placed the home at the lower end of the market in Nieuwe Werk, which was a notable difference from the typical asking prices in this part of Rotterdam.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The agent listed the living area at 62 m², while the BAG registration records 68 m². The price per square metre was €6,694, based on the agent's floor area. The living area is 61% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 161 m², which reflects the compact nature of this apartment compared to other homes in Nieuwe Werk.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient properties. The label does not indicate anything about the structural condition of the building, but it does suggest that heating and electricity expenses should be relatively manageable for a home of this size.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it was not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation or to comment on how the value had developed over recent years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 7% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is considered low overall.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is also medium, remaining medium by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not assessments of this specific property. They reflect the broader climate risks for the location.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 111 metres, which is on your doorstep. An AH to go is at 593 metres and a SPAR at 619 metres, both a couple of streets away. Two more Albert Heijn locations are within 804 metres, giving you several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are available in the area?
The Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is a primary school at 401 metres, and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is at 423 metres, both a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is at 613 metres. There are 203 schools within five kilometres, so there is a wide range of educational options in the wider area.
What public transport options are available?
The Vasteland tram stop is at 101 metres with lines 5, 8 and 18. The Kievitslaan stop is at 357 metres with the same lines. A ferry stop at Erasmusbrug is at 437 metres with lines 20 and WS. Rotterdam Blaak train station is at 1,376 metres, about a ten-minute walk from the apartment.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Nieuwe Werk has around 3,150 inhabitants, with 59% living in single-person households. The average household size is 1.5, and only 10% of households have children. The age distribution shows 40% are between 25 and 45 years old, with 20% between 15 and 25. This is a predominantly adult, urban neighbourhood.
How many homes were at the time for sale in Nieuwe Werk?
There were 47 homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. The average asking price was €1,033,883, with a median of €695,000. The average price per square metre was €7,917, and the average living area was 161 m². In the past period, 155 homes were sold at an average price of €788,342.
