Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 55 m² apartment on the Westzeedijk sits in one of Rotterdam's most elegant neighbourhoods, with the Euromast and the Park almost on your doorstep. At €319,000, the asking price is 65% below the neighbourhood average of €906,868, a keen entry point for a home with an A energy label in a sought-after part of the city. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its combination of pre-war character and modern efficiency.
Nieuwe Werk is a compact, upscale area with around 3,150 residents, mostly one-person households (1,190) and few families with children (210). The streets are quiet, yet the city centre is a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood Nieuwe Werk is known for its monumental buildings and the adjacent Park, a large green space just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based on CBS data and local observations.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick grocery run. For a wider selection, the SPAR is a five-minute walk away. Two primary schools, Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje, are both just a few minutes' walk, making the school run a breeze. The municipality Rotterdam offers excellent amenities, with restaurants and cafes within a stone's throw.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Kolpa van der Hoek Makelaars Rotterdam. The details reflect the current market situation.
Details of this home
Westzeedijk 72B03, Rotterdam
Data from Nieuwe Werk
Data from Nieuwe Werk
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About Westzeedijk 72B03, Rotterdam
The asking price is 65% below the neighbourhood average of €906,868, but the apartment is also 62% smaller than the average home in Nieuwe Werk (145 m²). Given the A energy label and the location, the price appears keen for a buyer looking for a compact, efficient home in a prestigious area.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low expected energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 32.8% of homes have label A, and another 37.9% have A+ or better, so this apartment is in line with the local standard.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging (328 m) and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje (348 m). For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 632 m away, and Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is about a ten-minute walk.
The CBS data records 410 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a per-capita comparison it is hard to judge. The area is generally considered safe and well-maintained, with a low-rise, monumental character.
Nieuwe Werk has a high proportion of one-person households (1,190 out of 2,025 households) and few families with children. The average household size is 1.5, suggesting many singles and couples. The area appeals to professionals who value a central location and green surroundings.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Nieuwe Werk