Rental homes in Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
View the current rental property listings in Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
Oud Mathenesse is a true renter's neighbourhood: 65% of the 3,815 homes are rental properties. Notably, 19% are owned by housing associations (social housing) and as much as 46% by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This means that the supply in the free sector is relatively large here compared to many other Rotterdam neighbourhoods. In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €1,322 per month, with a range from €734 to €2,680. With an average floor area of 70 m², this works out to about €18.90 per m². The WOZ value of €195,000 is well below the average for the district Delfshaven (€300,000) and the municipality of Rotterdam (€320,000). The average income of €29,100 is also lower than the district average (€31,900) and the Rotterdam average (€35,900). This makes renting in Oud Mathenesse more financially accessible, although free-sector prices are rising here too. At the top of this page you will find the current daily prices and available rental properties.
Living in Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam
Oud Mathenesse is nestled between the Sparta stadium, the Dakpark and the railway line towards Schiedam. It is a post-war residential neighbourhood largely built in the 1950s and 1960s, with many three- to four-storey porch flats along streets such as Franselaan, Mathenesserweg and Spaansebocht. There are also terraced houses and a few newer apartment complexes here and there, but the streetscape is dominated by typical reconstruction-era architecture. The neighbourhood has a down-to-earth, no-frills character. It is not a trendy district, but a place where people simply live.
Shops, schools and facilities in Oud Mathenesse
For daily groceries, you can go to Lidl and Aldi on Mathenesserweg or Franselaan. For a larger range of shops, head to Schiekadeblok or the centre of Delfshaven. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including OBS De Kameleon and Cosmicus Montessorischool. Resident scores for education (7.2) and facilities (7.0) are the highest of all categories, indicating that basic amenities are adequate. For sports, you can go to Thurlede sports park, and the Dakpark offers a green strip on top of a former marshalling yard, although residents rate the green space in the neighbourhood itself a meagre 5.9.
Accessibility from Oud Mathenesse
Marconiplein metro station is within walking distance and takes you to Rotterdam Central in ten minutes. Bus routes along Mathenesserweg and Schiedamseweg connect you to Schiedam and the centre of Delfshaven. By car, you can quickly reach the A20 towards The Hague or the A13 towards Delft. Cycling to Rotterdam city centre takes about ten to fifteen minutes. Parking is still permit-free in parts of the neighbourhood, but that is under pressure. Resident Ruud notes: "Cars parked double, especially on Franselaan." Parking pressure is a recurring point of frustration.
Atmosphere and honest picture
Residents give Oud Mathenesse a 6.4 out of 10 based on 7 reviews. That is not a high score, and the reviews confirm that picture. Stéphane calls it a "soulless neighbourhood" and writes: "Hygiene and aesthetics are really not nice and it is no longer a neighbourhood to live in." At the same time, there are residents like Louise, who has lived there since 1997 and says: "Of course the neighbourhood is going downhill, but as long as we feel safe, we'll stay here." Safety scores a 7.1, which is relatively high. The lowest scores are for beauty (5.9) and green space (5.9). There is potential, but the neighbourhood clearly has deferred maintenance in public spaces. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data for Oud Mathenesse to get a complete picture. Compared to neighbourhoods like Spangen and Bospolder, Oud Mathenesse is similar in rental prices but slightly quieter in character. If you are looking for more buzz and nightlife, you would be better off looking at Middelland.
Who is a rental property in Oud Mathenesse interesting for?
With 2,540 single-person households and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (2,840 residents), the neighbourhood is popular among starters and singles. The relatively low free-sector rents make it attractive if you want to rent an apartment without the budget of more expensive districts like Hillegersberg-Schiebroek. For social housing, you need to register with Woonnet Rijnmond; expect long waiting lists. Be honest with yourself: if you place great value on a well-maintained living environment and green space, this is not the neighbourhood for you. Considering buying? Then check out the homes for sale in Oud Mathenesse, because with a WOZ value of €195,000, buying here is still relatively affordable.
What residents say about Oud Mathenesse
The overall resident score is a 6.4 based on 7 reviews. The highest sub-score is education (7.2), the lowest are green space and beauty (both 5.9). Resident Peet sums it up in one word: "Declining", with a score of 3.7. That is the most critical review, but it does indicate that some residents perceive a downward trend. Curious about all experiences? Check the neighbourhood page for Oud Mathenesse for all ratings and sub-scores.
Compare rental properties around Oud Mathenesse
Oud Mathenesse is one of the more affordable neighbourhoods within Delfshaven. If you are looking for a rental home with more character and nightlife, then the Delfshaven district itself is worth a look. If you prefer a bit more peace and green space, check out Overschie. The full range of properties for rent in the Delfshaven district and rental properties throughout Rotterdam can also be found on Buurtje.nl. We combine current listings from all sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you. More information about local plans and developments can be found on the website of the municipality of Rotterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Oud Mathenesse, Rotterdam?
The average rent in the free sector in Oud Mathenesse is €1,322 per month, with an average floor area of 70 m² (approximately €18.90 per m²). The range runs from €734 to €2,680. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but there are waiting lists.
Are there social housing properties in Oud Mathenesse?
Yes, about 19% of homes in Oud Mathenesse are owned by housing associations. To qualify for social housing, you must register with Woonnet Rijnmond. Waiting times in Rotterdam-West can run up to several years, so register as early as possible.
What is it like to live in Oud Mathenesse?
Residents give Oud Mathenesse a 6.4 out of 10. The neighbourhood scores highest on education (7.2) and safety (7.1), but low on greenery and cleanliness (both 5.9). It is a down-to-earth, post-war residential area with affordable rents, but residents note a decline in public space and tidiness.
Is Oud Mathenesse suitable for starters and singles?
Oud Mathenesse is popular among starters: 2,540 of the households are single-person households and the largest age group is 25 to 45 years. Rents are below the Rotterdam average, making it an accessible place to rent a first home.
How is the accessibility of Oud Mathenesse?
Marconiplein metro station is within walking distance and takes you to Rotterdam Central in about ten minutes. By bike, you can reach the city centre in ten to fifteen minutes. The A20 towards The Hague and the A13 towards Delft are quickly accessible by car. Parking is still without a permit in some places, but parking pressure is high.
What facilities are there in Oud Mathenesse?
In the neighbourhood you will find supermarkets such as Lidl and Aldi, several primary schools including OBS De Kameleon, and Thurlede sports park. The Dakpark offers a green strip for recreation. For a wider range of shops and dining, you go to nearby Delfshaven or Rotterdam city centre.
Is Oud Mathenesse a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
The safety score of Oud Mathenesse is 7.1 out of 10, which is relatively high for the Delfshaven district. Long-term residents say they feel safe. However, there are complaints about broken glass on the street and double-parked cars, especially on Franselaan. The neighbourhood is not unsafe, but the public space requires more attention.
Lots of shards of glass lying on the street near a senior flat where many residents depend on a mobility scooter or wheelchair and are housebound if they get a flat tyre from riding over glass. Cars parked double, especially on Franselaan, or even crazier, parked diagonally on the pavement and cycle path to unload at a Polish supermarket. Speaking to the driver doesn't help because they only speak Polish, as it's a van or truck with Polish plates that keep doing this. Loose paving stones, especially on Franselaan; if you ride over them with a mobility scooter, you're terrified. Life-threatening situation in some places on that street, also for elderly people with limited mobility, because the tiles are simply not laid properly. The flat in the senior complex is excellent, certainly for someone with limited mobility who depends on aids.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 34 years, happy to live here
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived here since 1997 and of course the neighbourhood is going downhill but as long as we feel safe we will stay living here.
Auto-translated to English by AII think there is potential in this neighbourhood, there is a warm community but hygiene and aesthetics are really not nice and it is no longer a neighbourhood to live in. I wish more value was placed on the aesthetics of the houses, streets, environment and surroundings.
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Auto-translated to English by AII've lived there since I was 20 and as a girl living in that place is not nice, I've had to call the police more often because men wanted sex and shouted sexual things
Auto-translated to English by AINice and especially cosy neighbourhood where a lot happens. It's very lively.
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