Rental homes in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg, Doetinchem

Renting in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg: nearly half of the housing stock is rental housing

Of the more than 3,000 homes in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg, 49% are rental properties. That is a significant share, the vast majority of which, around 45%, is owned by a housing association. Private sector rental properties are therefore relatively scarce in this neighbourhood. The average WOZ value is around €294,000, slightly below the municipal average of €303,000 for Doetinchem. This reflects a neighbourhood that is affordable and predominantly consists of ground-floor homes, but where the supply of private sector rentals is limited. Current rental prices and the average time to rent can be found at the top of this page, which is updated daily. Are you also curious about owner-occupied homes? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg as an alternative.

Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg: green and quiet, but opinions are divided

Anyone looking for a rental home in a neighbourhood with plenty of greenery and a certain tranquillity will certainly find what they are looking for in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.1 on Buurtje.nl based on six reviews. The highest score is for greenery: 8.3. That is no coincidence, as the neighbourhood borders the rural areas around Buitengebied De Kruisberg and has plenty of space for outdoor activities. Accessibility and safety score 7.3 and 7.2 respectively, which is solid for a neighbourhood of this scale.

Resident Martha aptly describes the character of the neighbourhood: people greet you kindly and have a chat. That feeling of light social involvement recurs in the reviews. But opinions are not unanimous. Another resident complains about nuisance from waste containers, a lack of maintenance on homes and parking problems. And there is also a critical voice pointing out antisocial behaviour and insufficient police surveillance. The scores for cleanliness (6.3) and housing (6.8) show that these are not unfounded complaints. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg, where extensive neighbourhood data and demographic figures are also available.

The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. For example, De IJkenberg has its own atmosphere that feels quieter and greener, while De Happert - Leerinkstraat is more urban-oriented. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years (over 1,900 residents), followed by those aged 65 and over (1,670). This characterises a neighbourhood that is ageing and where families with children, although present (1,085 households), do not set the tone. The average income of €31,500 is slightly below the municipal average of €34,300, which fits with the high density of housing association properties. For more context on living in the municipality, see also the page on rental properties in Doetinchem. The municipality itself offers additional information at doetinchem.nl.

For whom is renting in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg a good choice, and for whom not?

Renting in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg best suits people who value peace, greenery and affordability over a vibrant nightlife or a wide range of amenities within walking distance. Families looking for a home through the housing association are in the right place here, although a waiting time also applies here. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg in the private sector should take into account a limited supply. First-time buyers looking for more liveliness might be better off looking at the Centre of Doetinchem or the nearby neighbourhood Schoneveld.

Searching for a rental home in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg: how to go about it

On this page you will find the current supply of rental properties in Bezelhorst / De Kruisberg / IJkenberg, with filters for price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only compare a home but also the neighbourhood. Would you like to broaden your search area? Then also check out the supply in Oosseld / Vijverberg or the neighbourhood Overstegen as alternatives within Doetinchem.