Nieuwe Werk, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Zeemansstraat sits in one of Rotterdam's most elegant neighbourhoods, with tree-lined streets and a calm, residential feel just minutes from the city's energy. At 73 m² it is compact for the area, and the asking price of €675,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average of €906,868, a keen entry point for this sought-after pocket of the city. For context, the average price per m² here is €7,728, and the supply of apartments in Rotterdam is varied.
Nieuwe Werk is a small, exclusive enclave with around 3,150 residents, mostly singles (1,190 one-person households) and couples without children. The housing stock is almost entirely apartments (98%), and half of the homes were built before 1945, giving the area its stately character. The neighbourhood is very urban (address density 4,172 per km²), yet it has a park just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak of a quiet, well-to-do area. Learn more about the Nieuwe Werk neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is an AH to go a ten-minute walk away. Several primary schools are within walking distance: De Schalm Katendrecht is a five-minute walk, and the Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging is about ten minutes away. For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is also a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by restaurants (a couple of streets away) and a GP practice within walking distance. The municipality of Rotterdam provides all urban amenities, as you would expect from the municipality of Rotterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including VENK makelaars taxateurs. The energy label is E, which means heating costs will be higher than in a more efficient home, but the price reflects that.
Details of this home
Zeemansstraat 5A, Rotterdam
Data from Nieuwe Werk
Data from Nieuwe Werk
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About Zeemansstraat 5A, Rotterdam
The asking price of €675,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average of €906,868, and the median price in Nieuwe Werk is €535,000. Given that the apartment is 73 m² (the neighbourhood average is 145 m²), the price per m² is about €9,247, which is above the neighbourhood average of €7,728 per m². So the price is keen in absolute terms but reflects the smaller size.
The energy label is E. This is below the neighbourhood average, where 37.9% of homes have label A+ and 32.8% have label A. Only 6.9% of homes in Nieuwe Werk have label D or lower. An E label means higher energy costs for heating and electricity, so you should expect higher monthly bills compared to a more efficient home.
Nieuwe Werk is very central yet quiet. The nearest supermarket (Albert Heijn) is a five-minute walk, and there are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk. A GP practice is also within walking distance. The area is very urban (address density 4,172 per km²) but has a park just a couple of streets away, offering a green escape.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. Given the central location, most amenities are within walking distance.
At 73 m², this apartment is 50% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 145 m². The average floor area for homes sold in Nieuwe Werk is also 145 m², so this is a compact unit. It is typical for older apartments in pre-war buildings, which make up 50% of the housing stock.
The neighbourhood recorded 410 total crimes in the latest data. With 3,150 residents, that is about 130 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants. This is relatively high, but the area is central and busy. The neighbourhood is considered safe during the day, and the presence of families and professionals contributes to a stable community.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: De Schalm Katendrecht (686 m), Rotterdamse Schoolvereniging (827 m), and Openbare Basisschool Het Landje (837 m). For secondary education, the Erasmiaans Gymnasium is 851 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Nieuwe Werk
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