Rental homes in Binnenstad, Apeldoorn

Rental prices and market figures Binnenstad, Apeldoorn

Binnenstad in Apeldoorn is pre-eminently a tenant neighbourhood: 67% of the approximately 3,960 homes are rental properties, compared to 33% owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 18% is owned by housing associations (social rent), while as much as 49% is rented out by other landlords, such as private investors and real estate companies. This makes the free sector dominant in the rental market here.

In the free sector (excluding social rent and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,070 per month, with a range from €584 to €1,900. With an average floor area of 72 m², this works out to about €14.86 per m². During that period, 124 homes were rented out. The average WOZ value in Binnenstad is €261,000, which is lower than the average for the Centrum district (€276,000) and well below the municipal average for Apeldoorn (€378,000). Rental prices in Binnenstad are therefore relatively low compared to the suburbs where owner-occupied homes dominate the market. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and daily prices for available rental homes in Binnenstad.

Living in Binnenstad, Apeldoorn

Binnenstad in Apeldoorn is the beating heart of the city, with the Hoofdstraat as its central axis and the Marktplein as a meeting place. It is a compact, urban neighbourhood where everything is within walking distance, but it also has the downside of a busy city centre. The housing stock largely consists of apartments above shops, new-build complexes around the Raadhuisplein, and porch flats from the 1960s and 1970s on the edges of the centre. Single-family homes are scarce here. If you want to rent an apartment in Binnenstad, you will mainly find compact two- and three-room apartments.

Facilities in Binnenstad

In terms of facilities, Binnenstad scores a perfect 10 from residents, and that is no exaggeration. The Albert Heijn on Nieuwstraat and the Jumbo at the Oranjerie shopping centre are a few minutes' walk away. Along the Hoofdstraat and in the Oranjerie shopping centre, you will find almost all major retail chains, alongside a growing number of specialist shops and catering establishments around the Raadhuisplein and Beekstraat. For primary education, there is, among others, the Koningin Beatrixschool on Deventerstraat. GPs, dentists and a pharmacy are well represented. Sports facilities are available in the immediate vicinity, including the Meerval swimming pool (a fifteen-minute bike ride) and various gyms in the centre itself.

Accessibility of Binnenstad

Accessibility also receives the highest score from residents. Apeldoorn station is less than a ten-minute walk from the heart of Binnenstad. From there, you have direct Sprinter connections to Amersfoort (30 min), Deventer (15 min) and Zwolle (30 min). The bus station next to the train station offers city lines and regional buses to, among others, Beekbergen, Epe and Vaassen. By car, you can reach the A1 in about ten minutes via Laan van Osseveld or Europaweg. Cycling is the fastest way to get around in this compact neighbourhood. Parking is a different story: almost the entire Binnenstad has paid parking or a permit system. Expect costs for a parking permit if you have a car; you can find the current rates on the website of the municipality of Apeldoorn.

Atmosphere and honest picture

Living in Binnenstad means urban vibrancy, but also the disadvantages that come with it. The resident score stands at 6.1 out of 10. The neighbourhood scores notably low on safety (4.0), green space (4.0) and sense of community (4.0). A resident from Bouwmeester describes it as: "A right mess." and specifically mentions nuisance from drug use and drug waste, and cyclists riding through the pedestrian area. That is a recognisable point for those living in the centre. The beauty of the neighbourhood scores a 5.0, which fits the image of a functional city centre that does not excel in architecture or greenery. On the Binnenstad neighbourhood page you can read all reviews and neighbourhood data.

Compared to its neighbour De Haven, Binnenstad is busier and more focused on shopping and going out, while De Haven has a slightly quieter character towards the Apeldoorns Kanaal. If you are looking for more space and greenery, you could also look at the supply in West or Zuidwest, although you will generally pay more for a rental home there due to higher WOZ values.

Is Binnenstad right for you as a tenant?

With 2,765 single-person households and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (2,290 residents), Binnenstad is particularly popular among starters, young professionals and students. The average income of €34,600 is slightly below the Apeldoorn average. If you are looking to rent a home in Binnenstad, prepare for quick response times: popular homes are snapped up quickly. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and copy of ID ready. For social rent, you can register with housing association De Goede Woning or Ons Huis, but expect waiting lists of several years. Would you rather buy a home? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Binnenstad as an alternative. Families with children often find Binnenstad too lacking in greenery and too restless, while seniors appreciate the proximity of facilities.

What residents say about Binnenstad

The overall resident score comes out at 6.1 out of 10, based on 1 review. The highest scores go to accessibility (10.0) and facilities (10.0). The lowest scores are for safety (4.0), green space (4.0) and sense of community (4.0). A resident from Bouwmeester sums it up: "A right mess", with the explanation being the nuisance from drug use and cyclists in the pedestrian area. More reviews and the full breakdown of scores can be found on the Binnenstad review page.

Compare rental homes around Binnenstad, Apeldoorn

Do you want to rent a home in Binnenstad but are still unsure? Then compare with surrounding neighbourhoods. De Haven offers a similar central living feel but with a bit more peace along the canal. The districts Zuid and Zuidoost are greener and more family-friendly, but are further from the station. The complete overview of rental homes in Apeldoorn gives you the broadest picture. At Buurtje.nl, we combine current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you.