A new-build apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This brand-new apartment on William Boothlaan sits in the middle of Rotterdam's lively Cool district, a stone's throw from the city's energy. With a 2026 build year and an A+++ energy label, this is as efficient as it gets. The 74 m² floor area was 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m², which was reflected in the rent. At €2,450 per month, the price sat above the average of €2,299 for rentals in the area, so you were paying a premium for the new build and central location. For context, [apartments in Rotterdam] vary widely in price depending on age and position. This home has not been online since 19 October 2026.
The Cool neighbourhood
Cool is a compact, urban pocket of Rotterdam Centrum with a real city pulse. Based on four reviews, residents give it a middling score of 6.25. One resident simply said: "I am looking for a home." Another was more critical, noting: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." The area is dominated by single-person households, with 62% living alone, and the average household size is just 1.5 people. It is a young area, with 49% of residents aged between 25 and 45. [The Cool neighbourhood] is not a quiet family suburb, it is a dense, energetic part of the city.
Life on the street
Daily life here is about convenience. For groceries, a SPAR is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There is also an AH to go for a quick stop. For families, two primary schools are within a short walk: Openbare Basisschool Het Landje and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium, a secondary school, is a ten-minute walk. The central station is 1.2 km away, making the rest of the city easy to reach. [The municipality of Rotterdam] offers everything you would expect from a major Dutch city.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Rotterdam Rental Service.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About William Boothlaan 42, Rotterdam
Was €2,450 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,450 sat above the neighbourhood average of €2,299 and the median of €2,100 for rentals in Cool. The 74 m² floor area is 30% smaller than the average rental of 105 m² in the area, so you are paying more per square metre. The new build and A+++ energy label are part of what justifies the premium.
What does the A+++ energy label mean for this home?
An A+++ label is the highest efficiency rating available in the Netherlands. It is an official registration in the national energy label system, indicating the home is designed to be extremely energy efficient. For a new build from 2026, this is the expected standard.
How does the size of this apartment compare to others in Cool?
At 74 m², this apartment was 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m² for rentals. The average rental in Cool had 2 rooms, though this listing did not state the number of rooms for this specific home. The compact size is typical of a new-build apartment in a central city location.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give Cool a score of 6.25 out of 10 based on four reviews. One resident simply said: "I am looking for a home." Another comments: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." The area is densely populated, with 62% of households being single-person and a young demographic profile.
How close are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
A SPAR is just 126 metres away, with an Albert Heijn at 274 metres and an AH to go at 315 metres. For schools, Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is 135 metres away and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is 160 metres. The Erasmiaans Gymnasium secondary school is 853 metres from the apartment.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The train station is 1.2 km from the apartment. That is roughly a fifteen-minute walk through the city centre. The central location of Cool means most of Rotterdam's amenities and transport links are within easy reach.
