Rental homes in Hoogvliet Zuid, Rotterdam
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Rental prices and market figures Hoogvliet Zuid, Rotterdam
Hoogvliet Zuid is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: about 60% of the more than 10,500 homes are rented, compared to 40% owner-occupied homes. The majority of rental homes, approximately 51% of the total housing stock, are owned by housing corporations. The remaining 9% consists of private sector landlords. For those looking for a rental home outside the social sector: in the private sector, an average of €1,436 per month was paid over the past twelve months for a home averaging 103 m². That works out to around €13.90 per m². The range runs from €760 to €2,750 per month. These are private sector figures only; social rental homes are not included. The current available rental homes and the most recent average rental price can be found at the top of this page.
The WOZ value in Hoogvliet Zuid averages €269,000, slightly below the district average of Hoogvliet (€271,000) and clearly below the Rotterdam average of €320,000. This makes Hoogvliet Zuid a relatively affordable neighbourhood within Rotterdam, although private sector rental prices have also risen here in recent years. The average income of residents is €34,100 per year, comparable to the rest of Hoogvliet but slightly below the Rotterdam average of €35,900.
Living in Hoogvliet Zuid, Rotterdam
Hoogvliet Zuid is a post-war expansion neighbourhood on the southwestern edge of Rotterdam, built in the 1950s and 1960s as a residential area for workers in the nearby petrochemical industry. This history is still visible in the buildings: porch flats, terraced houses and stacked construction dominate the streetscape. The neighbourhood has a green character, with relatively much public green space, canals and parks between the residential blocks. Resident Isra Sabajo aptly describes it: "All nature and parks are nearby, never more than 30 minutes away and it's nice and quiet."
At the same time, the picture is not one-dimensional. Other residents point to overdue maintenance in public spaces and social problems. One resident writes: "My neighbourhood has deteriorated a lot in the last 20 years. People don't greet each other, children throw rubbish on the street and the municipality doesn't take residents seriously." These kinds of honest voices give a more realistic picture than an average figure alone.
Facilities in Hoogvliet Zuid
For daily shopping, residents rely on Binnenban shopping centre, the main shopping centre of Hoogvliet, within walking distance of large parts of the neighbourhood. Here you will find, among others, an Albert Heijn, Lidl and various specialist shops. Some residents indicate that shops are still a bit far to walk, depending on which part of the neighbourhood you live in. In terms of education, the neighbourhood scores remarkably well: residents give education an 8.1 out of 10, the highest sub-score. There are several primary schools in and around the neighbourhood. For sports and recreation, various sports clubs are active in Hoogvliet, and the Groene Kruisplein and surrounding green areas offer space for recreation. The Oude Maas area is a short bike ride away.
Accessibility of Hoogvliet Zuid
Accessibility by public transport is rated variably. Metro line E (Calandlijn) connects Hoogvliet via Hoogvliet station to Rotterdam Central in about 25 minutes. Isra Sabajo writes that the metro is a fifteen-minute walk, which is true for part of the neighbourhood. Resident Sabina adds a note: the bus network falls short and for those who do not live near the metro, public transport is less comfortable. By car, the location is favourable: via the A15 you are quickly on the Rotterdam ring road and towards The Hague or Dordrecht. Parking is free on most streets, which is an advantage for motorists compared to more central Rotterdam districts. Cycling to the centre of Rotterdam is possible but a considerable ride at about 15 kilometres.
More reviews and all neighbourhood data, including sub-scores per category, can be found on the neighbourhood page of Hoogvliet Zuid.
Compared to Hoogvliet Noord, Hoogvliet Zuid has a similar post-war character, but the southern part is generally perceived as slightly quieter. Those considering searching in the wider district can also look at the rental housing supply in Hoogvliet as a whole for a broader overview.
Is renting in Hoogvliet Zuid right for you?
Hoogvliet Zuid attracts a diverse group of renters. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (over 6,000 residents), followed by 45 to 65 years. With 4,300 single-person households, there is also a clear market for smaller homes, although the supply mainly consists of family homes and porch flats. Families benefit from the relatively low WOZ values, the greenery and the well-rated schools. Starters considering renting an apartment in Hoogvliet Zuid generally find lower rental prices here than in central Rotterdam districts, but must take into account limited private sector supply: only 40 private sector homes were rented out in the past year. Respond quickly to available rental homes and ensure your documents (pay slips, ID, employer's statement) are immediately available. For social housing, you can register with Woonnet Rijnmond, the regional housing corporation platform, but be prepared for long waiting lists. As an alternative, the supply of owner-occupied homes in Hoogvliet Zuid is worth considering, especially given the relatively low WOZ values in the neighbourhood.
What residents say about living in Hoogvliet Zuid
Residents give Hoogvliet Zuid an average of 7.4 out of 10, based on 10 reviews. The highest sub-score goes to education (8.1) and greenery (7.8). Accessibility scores 7.6. Housing receives the lowest score with 6.9, which fits the mixed signals about housing quality and limited supply. Danique describes the neighbourhood as: "Cosy lively district, nice people, many facilities, everything nice and close together." This stands alongside more critical comments about loitering youths and firework nuisance in autumn. View all experiences and full scores on the resident reviews of Hoogvliet Zuid.
Comparing rental homes in and around Hoogvliet Zuid
Those who want to compare can also look at Hoogvliet Noord, which offers a similar post-war living environment. Those seeking more urbanity can turn to districts such as Delfshaven or Rotterdam Centrum, but expect significantly higher rental prices there. For a complete overview of renting in the city, see all rental homes in Rotterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews, district data and rental market figures, information you won't find on listing-only platforms. The municipality of Rotterdam publishes additional information about living and facilities via rotterdam.nl. Want to know more about the wider district? Then check the district page of Hoogvliet for context on all neighbourhoods together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Hoogvliet Zuid, Rotterdam?
In the free sector, an average of €1,436 per month was paid for a rental home in Hoogvliet Zuid last year, with an average area of 103 m². That works out to about €13.90 per m². Rents ranged from €760 to €2,750 per month. Social housing, which accounts for more than half of the housing stock, is generally much lower in price.
Are there social housing properties in Hoogvliet Zuid?
Yes, a large proportion of homes in Hoogvliet Zuid are social housing. About 51% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations. For a social housing property, you can register via Woonnet Rijnmond, the regional platform for association homes in the Rotterdam area. Be prepared for waiting lists, which can run to several years in and around Rotterdam.
What is it like to live in Hoogvliet Zuid?
Hoogvliet Zuid is a quiet, green post-war neighbourhood on the outskirts of Rotterdam, with porch flats and terraced houses as the most common housing types. Residents appreciate the greenery and proximity to nature, giving the neighbourhood an average score of 7.4 out of 10. There are also critical comments about social nuisance and deferred maintenance in public spaces. The neighbourhood has a mixed but predominantly quiet character.
Is Hoogvliet Zuid suitable for families with children?
Hoogvliet Zuid has features that are attractive for families: relatively lots of green space, several primary schools in the area, and lower housing costs than in central Rotterdam districts. Residents give education the highest sub-score of 8.1 out of 10. The neighbourhood has over 3,700 residents under the age of 15, indicating a family population. Points to note are the limited free-sector rental market and mixed signals about safety and public space.
How accessible is Hoogvliet Zuid?
Hoogvliet Zuid is connected by metro to Rotterdam Central via line E (Calandlijn), with a travel time of about 25 minutes. Hoogvliet station is about a 15-minute walk from part of the neighbourhood. The bus network receives mixed reviews from residents. By car, the neighbourhood is easily accessible via the A15, with quick connections to the Rotterdam ring road and towards The Hague or Dordrecht. Parking is free on most streets.
What amenities are there in Hoogvliet Zuid?
For daily shopping, the Binnenban shopping centre is the central point, with supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl and various shops. There are several primary schools in and around the neighbourhood. For sports and recreation, local sports clubs are active and the surrounding green area offers space for walking and cycling. The Oude Maas area is a short bike ride away. Residents give amenities a score of 7.5 out of 10.
Is Hoogvliet Zuid a safe neighbourhood?
Residents give safety in Hoogvliet Zuid a score of 7.2 out of 10, slightly below the overall average of 7.4. Some residents report nuisance from loitering youths and firework disturbance in November and December. Other residents experience the neighbourhood as quiet and pleasant. The picture varies by street and part of the neighbourhood. For a full overview of resident experiences, you can consult the reviews on the neighbourhood page.
All nature and parks are close by, the metro is a 15-minute walk, never more than 30 minutes, and it's nice and quiet.
Auto-translated to English by AIShops are far from walking distance, public transport is not doable in Hoogvliet, the only good thing is the metro to the centre. There are many loitering youths causing nuisance, especially in November and December they throw fireworks, they seem like bombs, windows shake from it. There is also little for young people to do. There is hardly anything to do in terms of activities for adults. Traffic is also a disaster despite the speed bumps.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful lovely house with lots of nature around
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood has really gone downhill in the last 20 years. People don't greet each other, children throw rubbish on the street and the council doesn't take residents seriously. Too little greenery and far too few meeting places with a bench.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy lively neighbourhood. Nice people, many amenities, everything close together
Auto-translated to English by AILots of people from other countries, but we get along very well. For Eid al-Fitr we get cookies from the Ethiopian neighbour, and for a birthday a gift, so sweet. From the Pakistani neighbours wine at Christmas and everything that is not allowed in their faith. And from the Ethiopian neighbour a Christmas arrangement. We also give gifts when they have a birthday or when a baby is born, and cake for birthdays. We respect each other's faith and way of life. It can be like this too. For Sinterklaas a chocolate letter.
Auto-translated to English by AIGoing downhill, people no longer care about each other. The youth have nothing to do here, playing football on the square between the plants and cars (with all the consequences).
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a neighbourhood where many people from other countries live. And that goes very well. Respect for each other's religion. We are the older ones in the neighbourhood, our children grew up here. And they have moved to other municipalities. There are now many more children than when we had young children. And when it's Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha, we always get some treats from the neighbours. And at Christmas, we in our neighbourhood do that again with birthdays. In short, a nice neighbourhood, wouldn't want to move. Although it is now difficult because my husband walks with a walker. But the rent here is still affordable. And the shops are within walking distance, also very important.
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