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Oude Westen, Rotterdam
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
De Admiraal
De Admiraal
Struisenburg, Rotterdam
Adriaan Volkerhuis
Adriaan Volkerhuis
Struisenburg, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Weena 290
Weena 290
Cool, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Willemswerf
Willemswerf
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Blaak House
Blaak House
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Delftse Poort
Delftse Poort
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Coolse Poort
Coolse Poort
Cool, Rotterdam
Stationsplein 18 A
Stationsplein 18 A
Cs Kwartier, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Agniesebuurt, Rotterdam
Dockworks
Dockworks
Waalhaven, Rotterdam
Cool, Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Mark
Rotterdam The Mark
Rivium, Rotterdam
De Rotterdam
De Rotterdam
Kop van Zuid, Rotterdam
Hofplein 20
Hofplein 20
Stadsdriehoek, Rotterdam
Rotterdam Airport
Rotterdam Airport
Zestienhoven, Rotterdam
Oosterflank, Rotterdam
Hillesluis, Rotterdam
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Number of establishments
Oude Westen is a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood with approximately 42,500 residents and a notably entrepreneurial character, hosting over 13,400 business establishments across its 4,200 non-residential properties. The area's economy is heavily shaped by the dominance of business services, which account for roughly 4,675 establishments and form the backbone of the local commercial landscape. Trade and hospitality comprise the second-largest sector with 2,630 venues, reflecting strong retail and food-and-beverage activity that gives the neighborhood considerable foot traffic and public-facing appeal. Transport, information and communication services round out the tertiary sector presence with 1,505 establishments, while government, education and healthcare facilities add social infrastructure worth around 1,500 locations. This diverse sectoral mix signals a district that combines administrative and professional functions with significant retail and service-oriented commerce.
For commercial property seekers, Oude Westen presents a compelling profile driven by accessible local talent and reasonable consumer spending power. The neighborhood draws from a working-age population of 24,520 professionals with a healthy net labor participation rate of 72 percent, ensuring steady availability of skilled employees for office-based operations. With an average household income of €44,500 per resident, the area supports solid retail and service demand, making it particularly attractive for hospitality, boutique retail and consumer-facing service businesses. The combination of strong business services infrastructure, active trade and hospitality sectors, and transportation connectivity makes Oude Westen most suitable for companies seeking office space integrated with retail or experiential service delivery—a mixed-use strategy that capitalizes on both professional workforces and neighborhood foot traffic.
CBS dataset: 85984NED · Last updated: June 29, 2026
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space for rent
Office space in Oude Westen, a historic neighbourhood in central Rotterdam, typically starts at around €180–€220 per m² per year. Oude Westen combines accessibility with character: it sits close to the city centre with direct waterfront access and strong public transport connectivity. Office space for rent in Rotterdam increasingly focuses on central locations with modern facilities and sustainability standards—this segment commands premium pricing, but Oude Westen offers access to more affordable stock in converted industrial and warehouse properties suitable for modern office use.
Rotterdam's office market is characterised by pronounced polarisation. Central areas, including Oude Westen and surroundings, see rising demand from companies seeking modern, blended workplaces in areas with strong public transport links. In Q1 2026, take-up in Rotterdam reached 13,000 m², driven by mid-market tenants in the centre. City-wide vacancy stands at roughly 5.8%, indicating that quality locations are tight. Tenants scrutinise sustainability and ESG compliance; offices with energy label A or higher attract strong demand.
Oude Westen benefits from urban transformation: older office blocks and former warehouse stock are increasingly repositioned as modern work-lofts, flexible office spaces and shared-workspace hubs. This creates a diversified supply pipeline for start-ups, SMEs and established businesses.
Oude Westen sits centrally in Rotterdam, within walking distance of Rotterdam Central Station (approximately 10–15 minutes on foot). The neighbourhood is well served by tram and bus stops along the Coolsingel and Schiekade corridors. Highways A13, A15 and A16 are accessible via various routes within 5–10 minutes. The area offers abundant hospitality (cafés, lunch venues), office services and retail facilities. Proximity to the Maas Tunnel and Boompjes provides logistics advantages for businesses requiring goods transport.
Renting in Oude Westen offers flexibility: many landlords of converted properties offer short to medium-term leases, appealing to independent operators and rapid-growth businesses. The neighbourhood has lower parking pressure than southern Rotterdam and is more affordable than iconic Kop van Zuid. Moreover, Oude Westen is revitalising as a mixed-use neighbourhood with culture, design and creative enterprise, making it attractive for knowledge workers.
For current availability and indicative rental rates per m² in Oude Westen, please contact the RE-SEARCH team.
