Rental homes in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum, Eemsdelta

Renting in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum: a thin private sector in an owner-occupied area

The housing market in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum is predominantly in the hands of owner-occupiers. Of the 1,775 homes in this rural area, only 20% are rental properties, while 80% are owner-occupied. This makes the supply of rental homes in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum structurally limited. Social housing accounts for 10% of the total stock, and other landlords a further 9%. The private sector is therefore small: in the past twelve months, only 4 private-sector homes were rented out, at an average rent of 885 euros per month. The range was also 885 euros, indicating how few transactions took place. These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For current rental prices and availability, please consult the overview at the top of this page.

The average WOZ value in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum is 231,000 euros, which is clearly higher than the municipal average of 213,000 euros for Eemsdelta. This higher value level reflects the more spacious, rural homes that set the tone here. Anyone considering renting a house here would do well to also look at rental homes in Eemsdelta more broadly, as the supply in this rural area alone is limited.

Peace, space and short lines: living in the rural area north of Bierum

Buitengebied Noord-Bierum is not an urban neighbourhood and does not want to be. It is a rural area in the northeast of Groningen, with small villages, open fields and a population that knows each other. The largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old, and almost half of households are married. That characterises the area: this is a place where people consciously choose peace and space, not a bustling city life.

On Buurtje.nl, residents give the area a 7.4 out of 10, based on two reviews. The outliers are striking: safety scores a 9.0 and green space an 8.5, which fits well with the rural character of the area. Accessibility is the weakest link with a 5.5, and amenities also score on the low side with a 6.0. That is honest: supermarkets, schools and public transport are not around the corner. One resident aptly describes it as "small and remote", adding that it is otherwise fine, although neighbours can sometimes complain quickly. Another resident is more enthusiastic: he calls it a great neighbourhood where people are always willing to help each other and the neighbours are pleasant to live with. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Buitengebied Noord-Bierum, where extensive neighbourhood data and subscores can also be found.

The rural area consists of several small villages. Anyone wanting to explore what is available for rent per village can look in Bierum, the most central village in this area, or in smaller villages such as Holwierde and Spijk. Godlinze and Losdorp also fall within this rural area. Each village has its own small community, but do not expect local amenities within walking distance. For daily shopping and larger services, you will need to rely on Delfzijl or Appingedam.

Renting in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum: who is this really for?

Renting a home in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum is most suitable for people who consciously choose peace, space and a close-knit small community, and who consider a car a given. Think of families or couples in the middle stage of life who have no need for urban amenities within walking distance. For young people, people without a driving licence or those dependent on public transport, this area is less practical. Also, anyone considering renting an apartment in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum will find that the supply here is virtually non-existent: it is almost exclusively ground-floor homes. Considering buying instead of renting? Then look at the supply of homes for sale in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum, because the owner-occupied market here is considerably larger than the rental market.

Current rental supply in Buitengebied Noord-Bierum and surroundings

Buurtje.nl collects the current supply daily, so that at the top of this page you always see the most recent rental homes. Because the supply in this rural area is limited, it pays to also look at nearby neighbourhoods. In Delfzijl-Centrum and Farmsum, the supply is usually larger, with more variation in property type and price range.