A classic apartment on Westersingel
This apartment on Westersingel 52A sits in the Oude Westen, a lively part of Rotterdam with a real city pulse. Built in 1894, the building carries the character of a bygone era, and at 76 m² there is plenty of room to make it your own. The last known rent of €2,750 was on the high side, sitting about 18% above the neighbourhood average of €2,321. For context, apartments in Rotterdam typically vary widely in price, so this one asked a premium for its spot. This home has not been online since 25 September 2026.
The Oude Westen neighbourhood
The Oude Westen neighbourhood is a mixed bag, according to the two residents who reviewed it. One calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment," while another describes "lots of potential but lots of nuisance and often unsafe," citing street noise and occasional disturbances. The same resident notes that "the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg" and that the area is "well connected by metro, tram and bus," with museums and restaurants nearby. It is a dense, urban area, with many single-person households and a youthful demographic, though the reviews are based on just two voices.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy here. A Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, so fresh bread and groceries are never far. For school runs, Schakelschool de Gaffel is a five-minute walk away, with Augustinus and KC Het Oude Westen also within a short stroll. The train station is about 1.1 km away, making trips out of the city straightforward. The municipality of Rotterdam offers a broad range of amenities, and this street puts you right in the middle of it.
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About Westersingel 52A, Rotterdam
Was €2,750 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,750 was about 18% above the neighbourhood average of €2,321 for rentals. With 40 apartments at the time available in the Oude Westen, prices range from €473 to €4,250, so this one sat in the upper tier. The 76 m² floor area and central location likely justify some of the premium, but it is clearly on the high side compared to what else is on offer nearby.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. The label does not tell you about the condition of the building itself, only its official energy performance rating.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A Coop supermarket is just 92 metres away, essentially on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is 263 metres down the road. Two more Albert Heijn stores are within 357 and 379 metres, and a SPAR is at 413 metres. Daily shopping is very convenient, with several options within a short walk.
What schools are nearby?
Schakelschool de Gaffel is the closest primary school at 349 metres, followed by Augustinus at 415 metres and KC Het Oude Westen at 433 metres. For secondary education, Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is 518 metres away. The Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging, another primary option, is at 529 metres, so families have several choices within a ten-minute walk.
How is the neighbourhood for safety and noise?
Resident reviews are mixed. One reviewer praises the area as a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment," while another mentions "frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use" and feeling "unsafe" at times. The same reviewer notes that traffic on the street can be "heavy and especially fast and reckless," though they also appreciate the quiet evenings and good connections.
What is the public transport situation?
The train station is 1.1 km away, which is roughly a fifteen-minute walk. The neighbourhood is described by residents as "well connected by metro, tram and bus," so you have multiple options for getting around the city. The central location also puts museums and restaurants within easy reach.
How many people live in the Oude Westen?
The neighbourhood has about 9,630 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households at 57%. The age profile is relatively young, with 34% aged 25 to 45 and 15% aged 15 to 25. It is a dense, urban community with a mix of ages, though families with children make up a smaller share at 23%.
