Rental homes in Charlois, Rotterdam
View the current rental property listings in Charlois, Rotterdam. Compare prices, read resident reviews and discover which neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Charlois?
With 73% rental properties, Charlois is one of the most rental-oriented neighbourhoods in Rotterdam. Of the more than 34,000 homes, 43% are owned by housing associations and 29% by other landlords. This means the private sector is relatively small here compared to the total housing stock. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €1,337 per month, with a range of €520 to €3,600. The average floor area was 81 m². This makes renting in Charlois significantly cheaper than in many other Rotterdam neighbourhoods: the WOZ value here is €217,000, compared to €320,000 on average in the municipality. For the current daily price and the number of available properties, see the overview at the top of this page. Keep in mind that supply changes quickly, especially for cheaper homes.
Charlois: an honest story about a neighbourhood with two faces
Residents on Buurtje.nl rate Charlois a 7.0 based on 33 reviews. That average doesn't tell the whole story, as opinions vary widely. Accessibility scores highest at 7.8, which makes sense: Zuidplein metro station and various tram lines mean you can be in the city centre within a quarter of an hour. Resident CC, who gave the neighbourhood a 5.6, cites the tram connection as the only plus point. The score for green spaces (7.4) is thanks to Zuiderpark, one of the largest city parks in Rotterdam, which borders the neighbourhood directly. On the other hand, the score for cleanliness and maintenance is only 5.8, the lowest sub-score.
The honesty of residents is striking. Kate (5.6) writes: "My experience with Charlois is predominantly quiet. The neighbourhood doesn't feel busy or chaotic." At the same time, Janny (4.4) warns that she has been harassed several times and feels unsafe as a woman. Ayani (8.6) is positive: "It's a large neighbourhood where we can find everything, everything is close by." That's true, because around the Zuidplein shopping centre you'll find almost everything you need. Chantal sums it up as: "Nice house, not such a nice neighbourhood." That contrast is characteristic of Charlois: you can find a spacious rental home relatively affordably, but the public space and social environment are not equally pleasant everywhere.
The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. Oud Charlois has a village character with small shops along the Charloisse Kerksingel. De Tarwewijk has been struggling with nuisance and overdue maintenance for years, while Pendrecht and Zuidwijk offer typical post-war porch flats with more space and greenery. The isolated Heijplaat feels like a village in itself, hidden behind the ports. Read more about the atmosphere and all resident reviews on the Charlois neighbourhood page before making a choice.
Is Charlois right for you as a tenant?
Renting an apartment in Charlois is interesting for starters and singles with a modest budget. With an average income of €29,200 in the neighbourhood and 58% labour participation, this is not an expat area but a working-class neighbourhood with corresponding prices. Families with school-age children should know that the education score (7.0) is reasonable, but several residents complain about language delays in primary schools. If you're looking for peace and a well-maintained living environment, Hillegersberg-Schiebroek is a better match, though you'll pay significantly more there. If you prefer to buy, you can view the range of homes for sale in Charlois: with a WOZ value of €217,000, entry prices are low by Rotterdam standards.
Searching for rental properties in Charlois and surrounding areas
On Buurtje.nl you'll find the current supply of rental properties in Charlois, including filters for price, floor area and energy label. You can directly compare neighbourhood data and resident reviews with other parts of Rotterdam. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply elsewhere in Rotterdam, or consider nearby neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven or Rotterdam-Noord. More information about municipal regulations and housing policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Rotterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Charlois?
In the free sector, the average rent in Charlois over the past year was €1,337 per month, with a range from €520 to €3,600. The average floor area was 81 m². Social housing via housing associations (43% of the housing stock) falls outside this.
Is Charlois a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety a 7.2 out of 10, but experiences vary. Some residents find the area quiet, while others report nuisance or feeling unsafe, especially in neighbourhoods like Tarwewijk. It varies greatly by street and neighbourhood.
How is the accessibility if I rent a house in Charlois?
Accessibility scores a 7.8 out of 10 among residents. Zuidplein metro station connects you to Rotterdam Central in about 10 minutes. Additionally, several tram and bus lines run through the area. By car, you are quickly on the A15 and A29.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental home in Charlois?
Charlois has a large share of housing association homes (43%), but waiting lists in Rotterdam are long. On average, you wait several years via Woonnet Rijnmond, depending on your urgency and housing preference. For the free sector, there is no waiting time, but you pay market-rate rents.
In which neighbourhood of Charlois is it best to rent an apartment?
That depends on your priorities. Oud Charlois has a village character and is relatively quiet. Zuidwijk and Pendrecht offer more spacious post-war homes with plenty of greenery. Tarwewijk is cheaper but suffers from more nuisance. Heijplaat is secluded and feels like a village, ideal if you seek peace and quiet.
The neighbourhood is improving more and more each year. Thanks to the rent law, there are fewer slumlords and more and more families. It sometimes still has a bad reputation, but that is undeserved except for a few streets. The location is fantastic, metro, Zuidplein, city centre a quarter of an hour by bike. Zuiderpark is also around the corner and soon the Nelson Mandela park.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe facilities and the apartment itself are nice. But around the building there is a lot of rubbish on the street and junkies.
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Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience with Charlois is predominantly quiet. The neighbourhood doesn't feel busy or chaotic, and daily life here proceeds in a calm manner. I personally experience little nuisance and notice that people mostly go about their own business, which creates a relaxed atmosphere and sufficient privacy. It's not very extensive in terms of facilities. But it's a place where life feels manageable.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany junkies and psychiatric people. Lots of shouting. Lots of rubbish. Poorly maintained. Positive: tram connection
Auto-translated to English by AIGood, it's a large neighbourhood where we can find everything, everything is close by
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not Charlois anymore. I've been harassed several times. Once I was even chased by a tinted person with a face mask while they haven't been worn for a long time. Then as a woman you feel very small. The school is lagging behind because too many children don't speak Dutch, including our children who suffer. Since the flat was renovated, everything has gone downhill. You can count the Dutch on one hand now, it used to be different. They make a mess of it and around the flat there are regularly those balloons, gas cylinders behind the lift, 30 or so. Accessibility is good, the only positive. I have no words for it, but still nothing is done about it.
Auto-translated to English by AINice house, not such a nice neighbourhood
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