Rental homes in Buitengebied Gendt, Lingewaard
Discover available rental properties in Buitengebied Gendt and compare current prices, neighbourhood data and resident reviews on this page.
Rental prices and market figures for Buitengebied Gendt, Lingewaard
Buitengebied Gendt is predominantly a buyer's market: only 9% of the 559 homes are rental properties, and there is no housing association stock. All rental homes in this rural area are owned by private or commercial landlords, meaning you will only find properties in the free sector here. Social housing simply does not exist.
Rental prices in Buitengebied Gendt are therefore on the high side. In the past twelve months, three homes were rented out in the free sector (excluding social housing and rooms), with an average rent of €2,067 per month. The range ran from €600 to €2,800 per month, with an average surface area of 263 m². That works out at approximately €7.90 per m² per month. By comparison, the average WOZ value in this rural area is €551,000, significantly higher than the district average for Gendt (€348,000) and the municipal average for Lingewaard (€372,000). The property values here reflect the spacious, rural character of the area. For current available rental properties and the daily average rent, please consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Buitengebied Gendt, Lingewaard
Buitengebied Gendt is not a residential neighbourhood in the classic sense. It is a vast, open landscape on the edge of the village of Gendt, in the municipality of Lingewaard, nestled between the floodplains of the Waal and the agricultural hinterland of the Betuwe. Anyone looking for a rental home here is consciously choosing peace, space and greenery, far from urban hustle and bustle. The homes are almost exclusively detached farmhouses, former agricultural properties or spacious rural houses on large plots. Renting terraced houses or apartments in Buitengebied Gendt is virtually impossible; these are large, characterful properties.
The population composition confirms that picture: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years (575 out of 1,585 residents), there are relatively many families with children (255 households) and the labour participation rate is 70%. The average income of €38,096 is above the municipal average of €36,700. This is a neighbourhood of established, often dual-income earners and families who have consciously chosen country living.
Facilities in and around Buitengebied Gendt
Basic facilities are hardly available directly in the rural area itself. For daily shopping, you rely on the nearby village of Gendt, where there is a local supermarket and a few shops. Primary schools are available in Gendt itself; for secondary education, you go to Bemmel or Nijmegen. Sports clubs are active in Gendt, including football and tennis. However, the rural area is particularly rich in recreational opportunities: walking and cycling routes through the floodplains, the Waal within a stone's throw, and the open polder landscape of the Betuwe right on your doorstep. If you expect facilities within walking distance, you will be disappointed here; if you are looking for nature and space, you will find it in abundance.
Accessibility from Buitengebied Gendt
Accessibility by public transport is limited. Bus connections from the rural area are scarce; you are largely dependent on the car or bicycle to reach the village of Gendt or the wider area. The nearest train station is Elst, about a ten to fifteen-minute drive away, from where you can quickly head towards Nijmegen or Arnhem. Via the A15 and A325, you can reach Nijmegen in a quarter of an hour and Arnhem in about twenty minutes. Parking is not a problem: the spacious homes always have their own parking facilities. Cyclists can reach the village of Gendt in five to ten minutes via the extensive network of cycle paths through the floodplains.
Residents particularly appreciate Buitengebied Gendt for its peace and space. One resident writes: "You really live out here, with views over the meadows and no neighbours ten metres away. That's exactly why we moved here." There is also criticism: the limited public transport connections and the distance to facilities are regularly mentioned as disadvantages, especially for households without a car. View all experiences and scores on the neighbourhood page for Buitengebied Gendt.
Compared to other neighbourhoods in the Gendt district, the rural area has a very distinct character. Centrum Gendt offers more facilities within walking distance and a more village-like feel, while Molenwijk-Dries and Lootakkers are more compact, more conventional residential areas with a larger share of rental properties and generally lower rents. Anyone considering renting in Buitengebied Gendt is choosing a different kind of living than in those neighbourhoods.
Who is a rental home in Buitengebied Gendt suitable for?
Living in Buitengebied Gendt attracts a specific type of tenant: families or couples who prioritise space, privacy and greenery over urban proximity, and who have a car and an above-average income. Given the average rent of €2,067 per month in the free sector, this is not a market for starters or those on a tight budget. Students and single-person households looking to rent an apartment in Buitengebied Gendt will find little suitable supply here. Moreover, the available supply of rental homes is very limited; respond quickly if you see something listed. Prepare your tenant dossier well in advance with payslips, employer's statement and identification. For social housing, you can register with housing associations active in the municipality of Lingewaard, but bear in mind that there are no association homes in this rural area itself. As an alternative, the homes for sale in Buitengebied Gendt are an option to explore, given the high proportion of owner-occupied homes (91%) in this area.
What residents say about Buitengebied Gendt
Residents rate Buitengebied Gendt positively on average, with high scores for peace, space and the green environment. Nature and the open landscape are repeatedly mentioned as the biggest plus points. Residents are less satisfied with accessibility by public transport and the lack of facilities within walking distance. One resident puts it aptly: "Here you really feel like you live in the countryside, but Nijmegen is only a quarter of an hour's drive away." View all reviews, sub-scores and neighbourhood data on the full neighbourhood page for Buitengebied Gendt.
Comparing rental homes in and around Buitengebied Gendt
Are you unsure whether Buitengebied Gendt is the right choice, or would you like to explore the supply more broadly? The rental homes in Gendt as a whole offer more variety in price range and property type. If you want to look further afield, you can also check out Bemmel or Huissen, two larger centres in the municipality with a wider rental supply and better facilities. For a complete overview of all rental homes in the municipality, see the page for rental homes in Lingewaard. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to know more about the municipality? Also check the website of Lingewaard municipality for information on living, permits and local facilities.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Buitengebied Gendt, Lingewaard?
In the free sector (excluding social rent and rooms), the average rent in Buitengebied Gendt over the past twelve months was €2,067 per month, with a range of €600 to €2,800 per month. The average surface area of rented homes was 263 m², which works out to about €7.90 per m² per month. Social housing is not available in this rural area; all rental properties are in the free sector.
Are there social housing properties in Buitengebied Gendt?
No, there are no social housing properties in Buitengebied Gendt. The housing association stock is 0%; all 9% of rental properties in this area are owned by private or commercial landlords. Those seeking social housing in the region can register with housing associations active in the municipality of Lingewaard, but should expect waiting lists and will need to look for properties elsewhere in the municipality.
What is it like to live in Buitengebied Gendt?
Living in Buitengebied Gendt means choosing peace, space and a rural character. The area consists largely of detached farmhouses and spacious rural homes in the open polder landscape of the Betuwe, with the floodplains of the Waal a short distance away. Residents appreciate the tranquillity and nature, but mention limited public transport connections and a lack of amenities within walking distance as drawbacks. The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and established dual-income households.
Is Buitengebied Gendt suitable for families with children?
Families with children form the largest household group in Buitengebied Gendt, with 255 family households. The space, nature and relative peace make the area attractive for families who consciously choose a rural lifestyle. Primary schools are available in the nearby village of Gendt; for secondary education you travel to Bemmel or Nijmegen. However, a car is almost essential, and rents in the free sector are high.
How accessible is Buitengebied Gendt?
Accessibility by public transport is limited; bus connections are scarce and a car is almost essential. The nearest train station is Elst, about a ten to fifteen minute drive. Via the A15 and A325 you can reach Nijmegen in fifteen minutes and Arnhem in about twenty minutes. By bike, you can reach the village of Gendt in five to ten minutes via cycle paths through the floodplains. Parking is not a problem due to ample private parking at the homes.
What amenities are there in Buitengebied Gendt?
There are hardly any amenities in the rural area itself. For daily groceries, shops and catering, you rely on the village of Gendt a short bike ride away. Primary schools and sports clubs (including football and tennis) can be found in Gendt. Recreationally, the rural area is rich: extensive walking and cycling routes through the floodplains and the open Betuwe landscape are right on your doorstep. For more extensive amenities, you drive to Bemmel or Nijmegen.
How quickly are rental properties let in Buitengebied Gendt?
The rental property supply in Buitengebied Gendt is very limited: in the past twelve months, only three homes were rented out in the free sector. Due to this scarce supply, it is wise to respond quickly when a property becomes available. Ensure your tenant dossier is complete with payslips, an employer's statement and a valid ID, so you can respond immediately to available rental properties.
