Westersingel 24B
Oude Westen, Rotterdam
AreaA grand apartment on a lively street
This 208 m² apartment on Westersingel sits in the heart of Rotterdam, with a price that is 108% above the neighbourhood average, reflecting its exceptional size. Compared to other apartments in Rotterdam, this is a rare offering in terms of space and character.
The Oude Westen neighbourhood
The Oude Westen is a dense, urban area with a mix of students, young professionals and long-term residents. One resident calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment". Another notes "lots of potential" but also mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling unsafe at times. The same resident appreciates the "close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg" and good public transport connections. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.0 out of 10. Most homes were built before 1945, and the area has a high proportion of single-person households. For more context, see the Oude Westen neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: a Coop and an Albert Heijn are just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For families, primary schools like Augustinus and Schakelschool de Gaffel are a couple of streets away, while secondary schools such as Havo/vwo voor Muziek en Dans are within a ten-minute walk. The area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, and the city centre's museums and restaurants are on your doorstep. The municipality of Rotterdam invests in greening initiatives, as residents note. Learn more about the municipality of Rotterdam.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Thijs Meijer Makelaardij B.V.
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About Westersingel 24B, Rotterdam
Is €1,213,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is 108% above the neighbourhood average of €584,351, but this apartment is also 76% larger than the typical home in Oude Westen (118 m²). The price per square metre works out at roughly €5,830, which is above the neighbourhood average of €5,149 per m². Given the size and central location, the price is on the high side but reflects the exceptional floor area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label B, which is good for a property built in 1882. In the neighbourhood, 30% of homes have label A and 10% have label B, so this is above average for the area. Label B means the home is reasonably efficient, though heating costs will still be noticeable in winter.
How is the public transport in Oude Westen?
The neighbourhood is well connected by metro, tram and bus, as residents note. The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a 15-minute walk. Several tram and bus stops are within a few minutes' walk, providing quick access to Rotterdam Centraal and other parts of the city.
What is the neighbourhood like for safety?
Residents have mixed views. One review mentions feeling unsafe due to "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and sleepers in porches. Another calls it a "perfect spot" with plenty of entertainment. The area has a high urbanity level (address density 6,709 per km²) and recorded 1,175 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, several primary and secondary schools are within walking distance. Primary schools include Augustinus (309 m) and Schakelschool de Gaffel (317 m). For secondary education, Havo/vwo voor Muziek en Dans is 335 m away, and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is 557 m. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How much green space is there in the area?
The nearest park or public garden is 400 m away, about a five-minute walk. Residents note that there are neighbourhood initiatives to green streets and redesign parking spaces for tree pits. The area is urban, so green space is limited but improving.
What is the typical buyer profile in Oude Westen?
The neighbourhood has a mix of students, young professionals and families. About 20% of homes are owner-occupied, and 72% were built before 1945. The average household size is 1.7, with many single-person households. The area attracts people who value central living and cultural amenities.
