Oude Westen, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on 's-Gravendijkwal sits in the lively Oude Westen, a neighbourhood full of energy and contrasts. With 109 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average rental in the area. The home dates from 1896 but has an A+ energy label, so it is well insulated and efficient. At €2,850 per month, the rent is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €2,077, which reflects the extra space and quality. For context, this is one of the apartments in Rotterdam that stands out in size and efficiency.
Residents give the Oude Westen a 7.02 out of 10 based on two reviews. One calls it a "perfect spot" with "plenty of entertainment." Another describes "lots of potential but lots of nuisance and often unsafe," mentioning street disturbances but also praising the location near shops, museums, and public transport. The neighbourhood is densely built with 6,709 addresses per km², making it very urban. Most households are single-person (around 3,140), and the area has a mix of ages, with many residents between 25 and 45. The neighbourhood Oude Westen is known for its central position and vibrant street life.
For groceries, you have a SPAR express just around the corner, an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away, and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. Schools are also close: Het Praktijkcollege Centrum is a couple of streets away, and KC Het Oude Westen primary school is a five-minute walk. The area is well connected by metro, tram, and bus, and Rotterdam Central Station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Rotterdam offers a wide range of cultural amenities, with museums and restaurants nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Tweelwonen Rotterdam, Funda, and others. The agent is Tweelwonen Rotterdam.
Details of this home
's-Gravendijkwal 122H, Rotterdam
Good · 2 residents
nice place, plenty of entertainment
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has a lot of potential to live comfortably, but due to frequent nuisance from confused people on the street, drug deals, drug use, and even sleepers in the porches in winter, I often feel unsafe. Some neighbourhood police officers are fantastic, but I once spoke to an officer at a municipal meeting who didn't take this seriously at all ("you're a strong girl", "it's the landlord's responsibility", "just finish your studies quickly and move out"), which doesn't help that feeling of safety. I also find the traffic on my street heavy and especially fast and reckless. After moves, the houses often get students or shared households with young people (like mine). That's a shame; the neighbourhood gets many temporary residents with little connection to the area. I hope the Affordable Rent Act will restore that in the long run. I do see elsewhere in the area that there are social housing units, making the composition of residents mixed, and I think that's healthy. In the mid-range segment, however, I miss affordable homes. The residents of the area have a core of neighbours who have good contact. Newsletters are sent out and events are organised. As a tenant, I only heard about this after a few years. Furthermore, the location is close to shops on the Nieuwe Binnenweg, the area is well connected by metro, tram and bus, I live close to the museums, restaurants in the city centre, and despite that it's quiet on my street in the evenings. I miss greenery in the city but find that there are more and more neighbourhood initiatives to green streets and redesigns where parking spaces make way for tree pits, etc. Very nice!
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About 's-Gravendijkwal 122H, Rotterdam
The rent is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €2,077, but the apartment is also 45% larger than the average rental (109 m² vs 75 m²). It has an A+ energy label, which keeps energy costs low. Given the size and efficiency, the price is in line with what you would expect for a premium property in this central location.
The Oude Westen is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. Residents appreciate the central location and entertainment options, but some mention nuisance from street activity and safety concerns. The area has a mix of ages and many single-person households. It is well connected by public transport and close to shops and cultural venues.
The apartment has an A+ energy label, which is very efficient. This means it is well insulated and will have relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older properties. The building dates from 1896 but has been upgraded to modern standards.
The area is well served by metro, tram, and bus lines. Rotterdam Central Station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood's high density means frequent services to the city centre and beyond.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within walking distance. A SPAR express is just around the corner (134 m), an Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away (240 m), and an Albert Heijn is about a five-minute walk (403 m).
There are several schools nearby. Het Praktijkcollege Centrum (secondary) is 214 m away, KC Het Oude Westen (primary) is 343 m away, and the Erasmiaans Gymnasium (secondary) is 373 m away. All are within a short walk.
The listing does not state whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Westen
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