A compact apartment in the heart of Rotterdam
This upper-floor apartment sits on the Witte de Withstraat, right in the middle of the Cool neighbourhood in Rotterdam Centrum. It is a lively, central spot, with the city's energy all around you. The asking price of €275,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €519,208. For context, apartments in Rotterdam vary widely in price, and this one is at the lower end.
Inside the home
The apartment was built in 1954 and has an energy label F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. According to the agent, the home has two rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and is on the third floor. It has a balcony and is heated by district heating. The property is in full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €229.60. The living area is 51 m², as stated in both the BAG registration and the agent's listing.
Life in Cool
Cool is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of residents. Of the 6,625 inhabitants, a large share live alone, and the average household size is 1.5. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident says: "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." Another simply calls it "Cool". The reviews reflect a mixed experience of living here. For more on what it's like, see the Cool neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool Het Landje, is a couple of streets away. The pharmacy, Apotheek Westblaak, is just around the corner, and the GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnhaven, is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stop Westblaak with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 32 is just around the corner, and Rotterdam Blaak train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Rotterdam is well served by transport links.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while other noise sources (rail, air, industry) are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of buildings in this area having an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, while heat stress is currently medium and elevated by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Riggeling & Dupree Makelaars Bodegraven.
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About Witte de Withstraat 12C, Rotterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Cool?
The asking price of €275,000 is 47% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €519,208. The price per square metre is €5,392, which is 10% below the neighbourhood average of €5,990 per m². This makes the asking price keen relative to the local market, though the home is also smaller than the neighbourhood average of 98 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is located on the third floor and has a balcony. The living area is 51 m², with a volume of 187 m³. The property is in full ownership, and there is a monthly HOA fee of €229.60.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The home is heated by district heating. In the Cool neighbourhood, 41.2% of homes for sale have an energy label A+ or better, so this home scores lower than much of the local supply.
What is the noise situation around this address?
According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Noise from rail, air, and industry is below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement of this specific home. The home is described by the agent as being on a busy road and in the centre.
What are the nearby supermarkets and schools?
A SPAR supermarket is 75 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 190 metres away, so groceries are very close. For schools, Openbare Basisschool Het Landje is 222 metres away, and Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is 235 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Westblaak is 167 metres away, with lines 4, 5, 7, 11, 16 and 32. The tram stop Museumpark is 300 metres away, with lines 8 and 18. The metro and tram stop Beurs is 302 metres away, with lines 1, 3, 5, 7, A, B, C, D, E, 11 and 12. Rotterdam Blaak train station is 823 metres away.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of buildings in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1954.
What is the neighbourhood of Cool like according to residents?
Residents of Cool give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.25, based on four reviews. One resident mentions "A lot of vagrants. Police are quick to respond, but it's a shame it's necessary." Another simply says "Cool". The reviews reflect a mixed experience, with some appreciating the area and others noting issues with vagrancy.
