A 1936 apartment on Verboomstraat
This rental apartment on Verboomstraat in Oud Charlois, Rotterdam, dates from 1936 and offers 88 m² of living space. The energy label is D, which is the middle of the scale, so expect moderate energy costs. At €1,755 per month, the rent sits slightly below the average for apartments in Rotterdam, which is a keen price for the size.
The Oud Charlois neighbourhood
The Oud Charlois neighbourhood is a mixed area with a strong urban feel. Based on six reviews, residents give it an average score of 6.91. One resident calls it "Cosy" and says "Great neighbourhood", while another describes it as "Ghetto", mentioning "many junkies and psychiatric people" and "lots of rubbish". A third review, titled "Poor Charlois", speaks of harassment and a school "lagging behind because too many children don't speak Dutch". The reviews are clearly divided, so it is worth reading them all.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the MCD supermarket is just around the corner, and an Aldi and a PLUS are a ten-minute walk away. The Wilhelminaschool and Obs Charlois are both a couple of streets away, with Openbare Basisschool De Triangel a short walk further. The nearest train station is 4.4 km away, so you would rely on the tram or bus for longer trips. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a wide range of amenities within easy reach.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Woonzeker Rentals, Funda and Pararius.
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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 Verboomstraat 35B, Rotterdam
Is €1,755 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,755 is below the average of €1,808 for rentals in Oud Charlois, and the median is €1,800. With 88 m², the price per square metre works out to about €19.94, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €21.37 per m². So the rent is on the keen side compared with other listings in the area.
What does energy label D mean for this home?
Energy label D is an official registration in the Netherlands, recorded in the national EP-Online database. It sits in the middle of the scale, so it is neither very efficient nor the least efficient. The label reflects the overall energy performance of the home, but it does not say anything specific about the insulation or the heating system. Expect moderate energy costs.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 4.4 km from the apartment. That is a distance you would likely cover by tram, bus or bike rather than on foot. The neighbourhood reviews mention a tram connection as a positive, so public transport is available, though the train itself is not on your doorstep.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents' opinions are mixed. One review, titled "Cosy", says "Great neighbourhood". Another, titled "Ghetto", mentions "many junkies and psychiatric people", "lots of shouting" and "lots of rubbish", but notes the tram connection as a positive. A third, "Poor Charlois", describes harassment and a school struggling with language barriers. The average score across six reviews is 6.91.
Which supermarkets are close by?
The MCD supermarket is just around the corner at about 372 metres. An Aldi is about 1.1 km away, and a PLUS is at 1.1 km as well. For a wider choice, an Albert Heijn is at 1.5 km and a Dirk at 1.6 km. So daily groceries are easy to pick up, with the closest option within a short walk.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, several schools are close. The Wilhelminaschool is about 233 metres away, Obs Charlois at 277 metres, and Openbare Basisschool De Triangel at 335 metres. There are also secondary special education options nearby, such as Schreuder College De Quackstraat at 336 metres. So primary and secondary education are both within a short walk.
