A new apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This brand-new apartment on the William Boothlaan sits right in the middle of the city, in a lively part of Rotterdam where the streets are always busy. It is a new-build home, so everything is fresh and unused. The last known asking price of €419,000 was in line with the market, according to the comparison with other homes in the area. If you are looking at [apartments in Rotterdam], this one stands out for its central position and modern finish. This home has not been online since 21 September 2026.
A compact, modern layout
The apartment is a single-floor home on the third floor, with one room and one bathroom. The living area was 53 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 52 m². The home is fully insulated and heated with district heating, underfloor heating throughout and a heat recovery system. There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. The homeowners' association fee was €171.12 per month. The energy label was A+++, which was an efficient label, so energy costs should be modest.
Life in the Cool neighbourhood
Cool is a compact neighbourhood in the centre of Rotterdam, with a young population and a high proportion of single-person households. Residents give the area an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident 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 reviews are mixed, reflecting the busy, urban character of the area. For more on what it is like to live here, have a look at [the Cool neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are easy: a SPAR is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Two primary schools, Openbare Basisschool Het Landje and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging, are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Medsen Oog Apotheek is on your doorstep. For public transport, bus stop Westblaak is just around the corner with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 32, and metro station Leuvehaven is a couple of streets away with lines 3, 5, 7, D, E, 11, 12 and 16. Rotterdam Blaak station is a ten-minute walk. The wider [municipality of Rotterdam] offers everything else you might need.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address data shows that road traffic noise is above the standard at 62 dB Lden, while rail and air traffic noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of buildings in the area having an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
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 48, Rotterdam
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price was €419,000. According to the comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €528,365, this was in line with the market. The price per square metre was €7,906, based on the agent's listed living area of 53 m².
How many rooms does the apartment have?
The apartment has one room and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the third floor of the building. The living area was 53 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 52 m². There is also a balcony.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+++, which is an efficient label. The home is fully insulated and heated with district heating, underfloor heating throughout and a heat recovery system. As a new-build, it was completed in 2026.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee was €171.12 per month. The property is in full ownership, meaning there is no ground lease to pay. The fee covers the shared costs of the building.
What is the noise situation around this address?
According to public data, road traffic noise at this address is 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 30 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 25 dB Lden, both below their standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What are the flood and foundation risks for this area?
The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of buildings in the area having an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is low, remaining low in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
A SPAR is 126 metres away, on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is 274 metres away, just around the corner, and an AH to go is 315 metres away. In total there are 93 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you will never be far from a shop.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus stop Westblaak is 248 metres away with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 32. Metro station Leuvehaven is 279 metres away with lines 3, 5, 7, D, E, 11, 12 and 16. Tram stop Museumpark is 288 metres away with lines 8 and 18. Rotterdam Blaak train station is 867 metres away.
What do residents say about the Cool neighbourhood?
Residents give the Cool neighbourhood an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident 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 reviews reflect a mixed experience of living in this busy central area.
How did the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €419,000 was 21% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €528,365. However, the living area of 53 m² is 46% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 99 m². The price per square metre was €7,906, which was 29% above the neighbourhood average of €6,138 per m².
