A room on Waterloostraat
This listing on Waterloostraat in Rotterdam does not state a house number, postcode, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,150 a month, the rent sits 47% below the neighbourhood average of €2,190, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, rooms in Rotterdam give you an idea of what is available across the city.
The Kralingen Oost neighbourhood
Kralingen Oost is a mixed bag according to the three residents who reviewed it. One resident says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really." Another describes it as "a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram," though they note "there is a lot of litter, especially plastic." A third is less positive, saying "No one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green." The figures back up the mix: 62% of households are single-person, and the age spread is broad, with 28% aged 15 to 25. The Kralingen Oost neighbourhood has its own character, and the reviews reflect that.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the SPAR is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a couple of streets away. The Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool is on your doorstep, and the Vrije School Zuid-Holland for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The Kralingse Plas and the surrounding forest are a short trip away, and the metro and tram connections make getting around straightforward. The municipality of Rotterdam covers a wide area, and this part of it has plenty of practical amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed through two channels, including Rotterdam Apartments. The agent has not published full specifications for the property.
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About Waterloostraat, Rotterdam
Why is the rent so much lower than the neighbourhood average?
The rent of €1,150 is 47% below the average of €2,190 for rental properties in Kralingen Oost. That average covers all types of rental homes, including larger flats and houses, while this listing is for a room. The median rent in the area is €1,773, so this room sits well below that too. The price reflects the fact that it is a room rather than a self-contained home.
What is the neighbourhood like for safety and daily life?
Residents give mixed views. One says it is "a very safe neighbourhood" that is "clean and beautiful," with metro and tram nearby. Another mentions occasional dangerous incidents but says "that's almost never and hardly anyone actually experiences them." A third complains about litter and a lack of green space. The Kralingse Plas and forest are close by, and there are plenty of schools and sports facilities.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at 315 metres, just around the corner. Albert Heijn and Aldi are both at 402 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 448 metres. For a wider choice, there are 102 supermarkets within five kilometres, so daily shopping is well covered.
What schools are nearby?
The Nieuwe Park Rozenburgschool, a primary school, is at 135 metres. The Vrije School Zuid-Holland for secondary education is at 425 metres, and the Vrije School Vredehof primary school is at 451 metres. Montessorischool Kralingen is at 479 metres. Several other primary schools are within a short walk.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Rotterdam Apartments has published only the street and price on the listing.
