Rental homes in Boomberg, Hilversum

Rental prices and market figures for Boomberg, Hilversum

Boomberg is a neighbourhood where owner-occupied homes dominate: 64% of the 1,618 homes are owner-occupied, while 36% are rental properties. Of those rental properties, about 15% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 21% are offered by other landlords in the private sector. This means the supply of social housing is limited and most tenants end up in the private sector.

The average rent in the private sector over the past twelve months was €1,630 per month, with a range of €647 to €3,400 per month (excluding social housing). With an average floor area of 87 m², this works out to around €18.70 per square metre. That is substantial, but in line with the average WOZ value of €686,000 in Boomberg. For comparison: the average WOZ value in the Noordwest district is €823,000, and the municipal average for Hilversum is €451,000. Boomberg falls in between, but is clearly more expensive than the Hilversum average. For an up-to-date picture of what is currently available to rent, you will find a daily overview of available rental properties and current prices at the top of this page.

Living in Boomberg, Hilversum

Boomberg is located in the northwest of Hilversum and is one of those neighbourhoods best described as lived-in green. The neighbourhood was largely built in the 1950s and 1960s, with spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses, and here and there some smaller apartment complexes from the 1970s. On the edges you will also find detached houses on larger plots, reflecting the villa character of the wider Noordwest district. The streetscape is quiet, with wide pavements, mature trees, and many private gardens. The atmosphere is more village-like than urban.

The population is relatively ageing: the largest age group is 65-plus (935 residents), followed by 45- to 65-year-olds (920). However, there are also families with children and a small group of young adults. The average income of €66,400 is well above the Hilversum average (€44,400), and 54% of residents are highly educated. Single-person households form the largest group (710), which fits with the high proportion of seniors living alone.

Facilities in and around Boomberg

Boomberg itself is primarily a residential neighbourhood, not a shopping area. For daily groceries, you head towards Kerkelanden or Riebeeckpark, where you will find an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo, among others. On the Langestraat in the centre of Hilversum, about a ten-minute bike ride away, there is a full range of shops and eateries. Schools are a strong point: residents rate education a 9.0. De Boomberg primary school is located in the middle of the neighbourhood, and there are several primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity, including the Alberdingk Thijm College. For sports and recreation, there is Boomberg sports park with football club SV Hilversum, and the Hilversum golf course is within walking distance. The Spanderswoud forest and the heathland of the Gooi region begin literally at the edge of the neighbourhood, which explains the high green score of 9.5.

Accessibility of Boomberg

Hilversum station can be reached in just under ten minutes by bike. From there, you can travel to Amsterdam Central or Utrecht Central in half an hour. Bus lines towards Bussum, Laren and Baarn stop along the Soestdijkerstraatweg. By car, you can quickly reach the Utrecht ring road via the A27, and the A1 towards Amsterdam. Parking in Boomberg is largely free and on private property, although it can be busier in some spots near the sports parks. For cyclists, the neighbourhood is well connected, with cycle paths through the greenery towards the centre and station.

Residents give Boomberg an overall score of 8.2 out of 10. Resident Emile calls it a "familiar neighbourhood" where you can "easily get home without worries." Safety scores 8.5 and green even 9.5. The community score is the lowest at 7.0, which fits the picture of a neighbourhood where people mostly live to themselves. You can read more experiences on the Boomberg neighbourhood page.

Compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods, Boomberg is more affordable than Villaparken and Trompenberg-Zuid, where WOZ values and rents are generally higher. If you want to be a bit closer to the centre, you could look at the Raadhuiskwartier.

Is Boomberg right for you as a tenant?

A rental home in Boomberg is particularly interesting for single seniors, dual-income couples without children, and those seeking peace and quiet who value greenery and space. With an average rent of €1,630 per month, renting an apartment in Boomberg is not cheap. First-time buyers with a smaller budget have a better chance in the social housing sector, but waiting lists at housing association Dudok Wonen are long, so register as early as possible. Renting a home in Boomberg works best if you respond quickly and have your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) ready immediately. Rental properties in Boomberg go off the market quickly. If you are considering buying instead, also check out the homes for sale in Boomberg.

What residents say about renting in Boomberg

Based on 2 reviews, Boomberg scores an 8.2 out of 10. The highest sub-scores are for green (9.5) and education (9.0), the lowest for community (7.0) and accessibility (7.5). Resident Emile sums it up: "It is a safe neighbourhood and nothing happens here." That may sound boring, but for many tenants, that is exactly what they are looking for. Want to read all the reviews? Check out the reviews and neighbourhood data for Boomberg.

Compare rental properties in and around Boomberg

Boomberg is not the only green neighbourhood in this part of Hilversum. Trompenberg-Noord offers a similarly quiet atmosphere but with more villa homes, while at Media Park you are closer to the Hilversum media industry. Looking more broadly? Also check out the supply in the Noordwest district or compare with other districts such as Centrum or Zuid. On the Hilversum municipal page you will find a complete overview of all properties for rent. Buurtje.nl combines available rental properties with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you choose not just a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you. More information about the municipality can also be found on the Hilversum municipality website.