Rental homes in Assendorp, Zwolle
View the current rental property supply in Assendorp, including resident reviews and neighbourhood data. Discover if this lively Zwolle district suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Assendorp?
Assendorp is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 52% of the more than 6,540 homes are rental properties. Approximately 33% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations, while about 20% comes onto the market via private landlords and investors. This ratio makes Assendorp one of the neighbourhoods in Zwolle with the most rental supply, although competition in the free sector is fierce. In the past year, around 110 free-sector homes were rented out at an average rent of €892 per month (excluding social housing). The range is wide: from €373 for a compact apartment to €2,350 for larger homes. The average floor area is around 77 m², which fits the character of the neighbourhood with many pre-war upper-floor flats and smaller apartments.
The average WOZ value in Assendorp is €322,000, slightly below the Zwolle average of €344,000. This translates into relatively affordable rents compared to, for example, the Binnenstad, where square metre prices are higher. Want to know what is currently available and at what price? At the top of this page you will find the current supply with daily prices and rental times.
Assendorp: the neighbourhood everyone has an opinion about
Assendorp is not a neighbourhood that leaves you indifferent. Residents give the area an average of 7.4 on Buurtje.nl, but behind that figure lies a broad spectrum of experiences. The scores for sense of community (8.2) and amenities (8.0) are remarkably high. That matches the picture: the Assendorperstraat and the Bisschop Willebrandlaan form a lively strip of shops, cafés and small businesses. You have your daily groceries, a hairdresser, a bicycle repair shop and a few good eateries within walking distance. Accessibility scores a 7.8, logical given the short cycling distance to Zwolle station via de Stationsbuurt.
But there is also another side. Resident Roos describes it aptly: "Nice neighbourhood, feels safe to an extent. Only many of the houses are old and have their problems." She also notes that landlords do not always take complaints seriously, a frustration you hear more often in a neighbourhood with many older rental homes. The amount of greenery is limited (score: 6.3), and the neighbourhood scores a 6.5 on beauty. Resident Ger mentions nuisance from homeless people and MBO students as a point of attention, while Marga keeps it to a short but telling remark about bad neighbours. These are honest caveats for a neighbourhood that also has enthusiastic fans: Pepijn gives it a 10 and calls Assendorp the "best neighbourhood of all time".
The character varies per area. Oud-Assendorp around the Veerallee has narrow streets with characteristic pre-war homes, while Nieuw-Assendorp is slightly more spacious with more post-war construction. Along the Zwarte Water you will find Wezenlanden, which feels greener and is closer to Park de Wezenlanden. In Pierik relatively many students and starters live. This diversity makes Assendorp interesting, but also variable: one street is quiet and cosy, the next can feel messy. Read more about residents' experiences on the neighbourhood page of Assendorp, where all reviews and neighbourhood data are collected.
Renting in Assendorp: for whom and for whom not?
With 4,080 single-person households and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (4,345 residents), Assendorp is clearly the domain of singles, starters and young professionals. The proximity to the station, the affordable rents compared to the city centre and the urban character attract this group. Only 25% of households are married. If you are looking for a spacious rental house with a garden and plenty of greenery around the corner as a family with children, then Assendorp is probably not your first choice. The homes are predominantly compact, greenery is limited and parking pressure is high. In that case, consider a neighbourhood like Wipstrik or Kamperpoort-Veerallee. Would you rather buy? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Assendorp, where WOZ values are relatively favourable.
Searching for a rental property in Assendorp
At the top of this page you will find the current overview of rental properties in Assendorp, with filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the area. Renting an apartment in Assendorp goes quickly: popular homes are often gone within days. Also take a look at the supply in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Diezerpoort or Poort van Zwolle, or view the broad overview of rental properties in Zwolle. More information about municipal regulations and parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Zwolle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Assendorp?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €892 per month, with an average area of 77 m². Prices vary widely: from €373 for a small apartment to €2,350 for larger homes. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper but involves waiting times.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental property in Assendorp?
Assendorp has a relatively high number of housing association properties (33% of the stock), but waiting times for social housing in Zwolle can extend to several years. Registration is done through the regional housing allocation system. For those who want to rent a home in Assendorp more quickly, the private sector is often the only option.
Is Assendorp a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents rate Assendorp an 8.0 for safety based on reviews. Most people feel safe there, although some residents mention nuisance from homeless people as a point of attention. The perception of safety varies by street and area within Assendorp.
Do I need a parking permit if I rent a house in Assendorp?
Yes, large parts of Assendorp are subject to paid parking. As a resident, you can apply for a parking permit from the municipality of Zwolle. Parking pressure is high, especially in Oud-Assendorp and around the Assendorperstraat. Keep this in mind if you are considering renting a home in Assendorp.
Are there many rental homes with a good energy label in Assendorp?
Assendorp has many pre-war homes, which means energy labels are often mediocre. The average gas consumption is 930 m³ and electricity consumption is 2,110 kWh per year. When looking for an apartment to rent in Assendorp, it is wise to filter by energy label, which can be done via the overview on this page.
Bad neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, feels safe to an extent. Only many of the houses are old and have their problems. What could be improved in housing is that landlords take complaints seriously and actually come to help.
Auto-translated to English by AITotally gangster
Auto-translated to English by AIA lot of nuisance from addicts and homeless people, nuisance from MBO students
Auto-translated to English by AI+ Good accessibility, parking at my house, plenty of space to sit outside, lots of shops. - Not much forest in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood, many amenities nearby, friendly residents, centrally located, no play area for young adults (e.g. ping-pong table), little walking space due to bicycles on the pavement
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a cosy neighbourhood where you easily feel at home. There are many good amenities nearby and everything in the city is easily accessible. Unfortunately, a lot of waste is dumped on the street, which means it's not always clean.
Auto-translated to English by AIAssendorp is quite unique, the name of the neighbourhood says it all. It's a kind of village just outside the ring road and thus within walking distance of the centre where the city walls used to stand. It was originally built for many residents who worked at the railway, with social housing. The houses are generally small workers' cottages with authentic details and over 100 years old. Everything is geared to 100 years ago, but the social cohesion is strong and it's a cosy neighbourhood. The streets are narrow, which unfortunately means they are often clogged with modern cars (which are often bigger than years ago and there are many more residents with a car than when it was built). Residents are diverse, but the neighbourhood is very popular and no longer poor. If you want to get a house in Assendorp now, you have to be quick and bring a hefty sum of money. Residents are increasingly into greenery and one front garden after another is springing up. The sense of togetherness is strong and neighbourhood initiatives like car sharing and neighbourhood BBQs are very common. What is also unfortunately common is the sound of DIY from residents who want to expand their small house as much as possible with an extension or loft conversion. Running through the neighbourhood is the Assendorperstraat as a shopping street and traffic artery. Multifunctional centre de Enk organises many activities and the Azaleapark has recently been expanded. As a resident, I have lived in 4 other cities and also in another neighbourhood in Zwolle, but in none of those neighbourhoods do I feel as at home as in Assendorp!
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