Rental homes in Boerhaar, Olst-Wijhe

Renting in Boerhaar: a scarce market with a high entry price

Boerhaar is essentially an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 277 homes, 86% are owner-occupied, and there are simply no social rental properties from a housing association. The 14% rental properties that do exist are entirely in the private sector and are rented out by private landlords. This makes rental properties in Boerhaar scarce and expensive. Over the past twelve months, one property was rented in the private sector, for a rent of €1,500 per month. It concerned a spacious property averaging 1,885 m², which immediately puts the rent level into perspective: this is not a market for first-time buyers with a limited budget. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Boerhaar is €492,000, well above the municipal average of €370,000 for Olst-Wijhe. For current availability and daily prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Boerhaar: countryside, tranquillity and a strong sense of community

Those who live in Boerhaar consciously choose to live outside. The neighbourhood lies in the rural area of Olst-Wijhe, surrounded by meadows and the IJssel river not too far away. It is not a neighbourhood with a bustling centre or many amenities around the corner. That is precisely what residents appreciate, but also what you must accept if you are considering renting a home there. On the neighbourhood page for Boerhaar you can read extensive resident reviews and see how the neighbourhood scores on categories such as safety, green spaces and accessibility. Residents consistently describe the atmosphere as quiet and safe. One resident writes: "You really know your neighbours here; there is a sense of togetherness that you never find in a city." At the same time, a recurring criticism is heard: for daily shopping, schools and public transport, you are dependent on the centres of Olst or Wijhe. A car is not a luxury but a necessity.

The population composition confirms the image of a neighbourhood for families and established residents. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (270 residents), families with children are the most common household type, and 51% of residents are married. Young people and students are clearly in the minority. This also colours the social environment: quiet, orderly, little nuisance. The labour participation rate of 75% and an average income of €36,200 per year are slightly above the municipal average, which fits the profile of a neighbourhood with relatively many dual-income households.

Boerhaar consists of two sub-areas. Boerhaar Kern is the more built-up heart of the neighbourhood, while Buitengebied Boerhaar is even more rural in character, with scattered buildings and many agricultural plots. Renting in the rural area usually means larger properties, but also even less accessibility. Those who want tranquillity but a bit more proximity to amenities would be better off looking at the centres themselves.

Renting in Boerhaar: for whom does this work, and for whom not?

Renting in Boerhaar is realistic for people with a solid income who consciously choose space, tranquillity and a rural environment, and who are mobile with their own car. Families already rooted in the region fit in well here. For first-time buyers, people without a driving licence or tenants dependent on social housing, Boerhaar is not a suitable option: there is no housing association stock and the private sector supply is minimal. Those who still want to rent in the region but are looking for more choice can look at Olst or Wijhe. Considering buying in the long term? Then view the supply of homes for sale in Boerhaar, because that is the dominant market here.

Find current rental properties in and around Boerhaar

At the top of this page you will find the current supply of rental properties in Boerhaar, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics so you can properly weigh up renting a home in Boerhaar. Is the supply here too limited? Then also check what is available in nearby Wesepe or in Boskamp, or view the complete overview of rental properties in Olst-Wijhe. For municipal information about housing and permits, we refer you to the website of the municipality of Olst-Wijhe.