Nieuwe Westen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 195 m² apartment on Mathenesserlaan in Rotterdam's Nieuwe Westen is a generous slice of 1920s architecture. With an energy label C, it's a solid period home that needs a bit of modernisation. At €1,050,000, the price is well above the neighbourhood average, but then this home is 76% larger than the typical flat in the area, so the premium reflects the sheer space. For context, apartments in Rotterdam at this size are rare.
Nieuwe Westen is a dense, urban area with a real mix of cultures and ages. One resident calls it 'a jack of all trades', noting the many nationalities, activities for all ages, and educational spots, though they also mention noise and litter issues. Another describes it as a 'quiet neighbourhood' during the day but less safe in the evening. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.2 out of 10. The area is very strongly urban, with over 6,800 addresses per km², and the population is a blend of singles, families, and older residents. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Nieuwe Westen.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including CBS Mozaiek and Emmausschool, and a secondary school, MEX010, also close by. The municipality Rotterdam offers plenty of parks and restaurants within walking distance, and the central station is a ten-minute cycle away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Makelaarsland and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels. The asking price reflects the exceptional size and location, but the energy label and age mean you'll want to factor in potential upgrades.
Details of this home
Mathenesserlaan 476A, Rotterdam
Good · 5 residents
I live in a noisy house myself and have a lot of noise from the neighbours. Which is why I'm looking for another house. But apart from that, it's a nice neighbourhood here. With many nationalities living together in one neighbourhood. There are many activities for all ages. And there are many educational locations in my neighbourhood. But in my flat, there are also people who unfortunately just throw rubbish down from their window. As a result, there are food scraps behind the houses near the storage units and on the roof of the storage units.
Auto-translated to English by AII find my neighbourhood safe during the day, less so in the evening. Many asylum seekers walk around, who spoil things.
Auto-translated to English by AIDistant, people live there but then again not really
Auto-translated to English by AINot bad but could be better
Auto-translated to English by AIHet nieuwe westen is a nice neighbourhood but with many points for improvement. These points are already being worked on hard and the situation is already much better compared to 5 years ago.
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Data from Nieuwe Westen
93 within 5 km
194 within 5 km
About Mathenesserlaan 476A, Rotterdam
The asking price is 104% above the neighbourhood average of €514,034, but this apartment is 76% larger than the typical home in Nieuwe Westen (111 m²). The price per m² works out at about €5,385, which is above the neighbourhood average of €4,725 per m². Given the size and pre-war character, the price is on the high side but reflects the rarity of such a large apartment in this area.
Nieuwe Westen is a very densely populated, multicultural area with a mix of ages and household types. Residents give it a 7.2 out of 10. One describes it as 'a jack of all trades' with many activities and educational locations, though noise and litter are mentioned. Another finds it quiet by day but less safe in the evening. The area has a high number of single-person households and a young population, with many amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. Rotterdam Central Station is also within easy reach by bike or public transport.
Albert Heijn is just 329 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in a few minutes. Jumbo and Lidl are also within a 10-minute walk, at 621 and 710 metres respectively. There are plenty of other options within a short distance.
There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including CBS Mozaiek (291 m) and Emmausschool (293 m). For secondary education, MEX010 - Dé mavo voor Expressie is 379 metres away. The area has a total of 194 schools within 5 km, so there's plenty of choice.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has some insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds. Heating costs will be moderate, but you may want to consider improvements like double glazing or better insulation to reduce bills and improve comfort.
With 195 m² of floor space, it is a large apartment, but the exact layout and number of bedrooms are not provided by the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Nieuwe Westen
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