A compact, energy-efficient rental in the heart of Rotterdam
This two-bedroom apartment on William Boothlaan sits right in the thick of things, with the city's energy buzzing outside your door. The listing does not state a year of construction. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,495 per month, the rent is 25% above the neighbourhood average, and the 52 m² floor area is 40% smaller than the typical rental in Cool, so you are paying a premium for the central location and top-tier energy label. Compared to other apartments in Rotterdam, this one stands out for its efficiency.
Cool: city-centre living with a mixed reputation
Cool is the beating heart of Rotterdam, think high-rise flats, busy streets, and a constant flow of people. With an address density of 6,905 addresses per km², it is one of the most urban areas in the country. Most homes are rented (84%), and the population skews young: nearly half of residents are between 25 and 45. Reviews from four residents give an average score of 6.25 out of 10. One resident looking for a home rates it a 7, while another simply says "Cool" and gives a 4. A third notes: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." So while the location is undeniably central, the street scene can be rough around the edges. For a deeper dive, see the Cool neighbourhood.
Daily life: supermarkets, schools, and everything on your doorstep
For groceries, a SPAR is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There is also an AH to go within a five-minute walk. For families, two primary schools are within a few minutes' walk: Openbare Basisschool Het Landje and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging. A secondary school, Erasmiaans Gymnasium, is about a ten-minute walk away. Restaurants are on your doorstep, and a park or garden is just around the corner. The central station is about a kilometre away, making it easy to get around. All of this sits within the municipality of Rotterdam.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels: Huispedia and Interhouse makelaars Rotterdam. The agent has not published the year of construction, so some details about the building's age are not available.
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Frequently asked questions
About William Boothlaan 28, Rotterdam
Is €2,495 a fair price for this apartment?
The rent is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €1,998, and the floor area of 52 m² is 40% smaller than the typical rental in Cool (86 m²). So you are paying a premium for the central location and the A+++ energy label. Whether that is fair depends on how much you value being in the heart of the city with very low energy costs.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Cool is a dense, urban neighbourhood in Rotterdam Centrum. It is very busy, with many young residents and a high proportion of rental homes. Reviews are mixed: some appreciate the central location, while others mention issues with vagrants. The police are reportedly quick to respond when needed.
How energy-efficient is this home?
The home has an A+++ energy label, which is the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, so heating and electricity costs will be very low compared to older homes.
What amenities are nearby?
You have a SPAR supermarket just around the corner (126 m) and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away (274 m). Several primary schools are within a few minutes' walk, and a secondary school is about a ten-minute walk away. Restaurants are on your doorstep, and a park is just around the corner.
How far is the train station?
Rotterdam Centraal station is about 1 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel to other cities or to other parts of Rotterdam.
Why is the year of construction not listed?
The agent has not published the year of construction in the listing. As a result, the age of the building is not known from the available data.
