A new-build apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This modern apartment on William Boothlaan 178 sits in the Cool neighbourhood, right in the centre of Rotterdam. It's a new-build home, so everything is fresh and ready for you to make your own. The last known asking price of €875,000 was on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which was €531,259. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Cool was €6,198, while this home asked €8,028 per square metre. If you're looking for [apartments in Rotterdam], this one stood out for its location and new construction. This home has not been online since 17 August 2026.
The home itself
This apartment had 2 rooms, including 1 bedroom, and a living area of 109 square metres according to the agent. The BAG registration lists the living area as 108 square metres. The home is part of a new development, so you'll be the first to live here.
Life in Cool
Cool is a lively neighbourhood in the centre of Rotterdam, with a mix of historic buildings and modern developments. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.25 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident said: "I am looking for a home." Another mentioned: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." The neighbourhood has a high population density, with 6,905 addresses per square kilometre, making it a very urban area. Most households are single-person (63%), and the average household size is 1.5. If you're considering [the Cool neighbourhood], you'll find a vibrant, central setting.
Amenities and transport
For your daily groceries, you have a SPAR just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are also several schools nearby, including Openbare Basisschool Het Landje and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging, both within a short walk. For healthcare, Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven is a ten-minute walk, and the Medsen Oog Apotheek is on your doorstep. Public transport is well covered: the Westblaak bus stop is just around the corner with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16, and 32, and the Leuvehaven metro station is a couple of streets away with lines 3, 5, 7, D, E, 11, 12, and 16. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Blaak, a ten-minute walk. All this is within [the municipality of Rotterdam].
WOZ and address data
This listing did not state the WOZ value, so we cannot provide that information. As for address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 2% of properties in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is low, but heat stress is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Ooms Makelaars Rotterdam on Funda.
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About William Boothlaan 178, Rotterdam
What was the asking price per square metre?
The asking price for this apartment was €875,000. Based on the agent's listed living area of 109 square metres, that worked out to €8,028 per square metre. This was higher than the neighbourhood average of €6,198 per square metre, and the asking price was 65% above the average asking price in Cool, which was €531,259.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, this apartment had 2 rooms, including 1 bedroom. The living area was 109 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration stated 108 square metres. It's a new-build home, so you'll be the first occupant.
What is the energy label?
The energy label is A+++, which is an efficient label. The home is new construction, so it meets modern energy standards.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined annually by the municipality. Since it's not provided here, we cannot give you that information.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like?
The noise level from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There is a SPAR just around the corner at 126 metres, and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away at 274 metres. There are also other options within a short walk, including an AH to go at 315 metres and another Albert Heijn at 451 metres.
Which schools are close by?
Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is just around the corner at 135 metres, and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is at 160 metres. For secondary education, Erasmiaans Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk at 853 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The Westblaak bus stop is just around the corner at 248 metres, with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16, and 32. The Leuvehaven metro station is at 279 metres, serving lines 3, 5, 7, D, E, 11, 12, and 16. The nearest train station is Rotterdam Blaak at 867 metres.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents give the Cool neighbourhood an average score of 6.25 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident said: "I am looking for a home." Another mentioned: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary."
What is the crime rate in the neighbourhood?
The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 3,624. This figure comes from CBS data and gives an indication of the safety situation, but it's up to you to interpret what this means for you.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the year of construction. This field was missing from the agent's publication. Other details like the address and location are complete, so the neighbourhood information is accurate.
