Rental homes in Buitengebied Raalte, Raalte

Rental prices and market figures Buitengebied Raalte

Buitengebied Raalte is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 86% of the 565 homes are owned, only 14% are for rent. There are no social rental homes from a housing association; all rental properties in the rural area are owned by private or commercial landlords. This makes supply limited and rental prices relatively high.

Over the past twelve months, one home was rented in the free sector (excluding social housing) in Buitengebied Raalte, for a rent of €2,000 per month. The home had an area of 160 m², resulting in a rent of €12.50 per m². For comparison: the average WOZ value in the rural area is €520,000, significantly higher than the district average of €354,000 and the municipal average of €369,000. This reflects the character of the neighbourhood: spacious, detached homes on larger plots, which are priced accordingly as rental properties. Anyone looking for a rental home in Buitengebied Raalte should expect a considerably higher rent than elsewhere in the municipality. For current available rental homes and daily prices, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Buitengebied Raalte, Raalte

Buitengebied Raalte is not a residential area in the traditional sense. It is a vast area of agricultural plots, forest edges, hamlets and scattered buildings around the centre of Raalte. Those who live here have consciously chosen peace, space and distance from the hustle and bustle. The ribbon development along country roads, the detached farmhouses and the occasional villas define the image. There are no apartment blocks, no porch flats and no terraced houses. Renting an apartment in Buitengebied Raalte is therefore virtually impossible; it almost always concerns spacious ground-floor homes.

The neighbourhood has approximately 1,530 residents, spread over a large geographical area. The largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old, and almost half of the households are married. Families with children are the most common household type. The average income of €36,800 is slightly above the municipal average, which fits the image of a neighbourhood with relatively affluent, established residents.

Facilities

You do not do your daily shopping in the rural area itself. Supermarkets, schools and shops are located in the centre of Raalte, a few kilometres away. In Raalte centre you will find, among others, an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo, and there are primary schools and a secondary school (Carmel College). For sports and recreation, the rural area itself offers plenty of opportunities: walking and cycling paths through the Salland landscape, the Regge and surrounding nature areas. Organised sports take place in the centre of Raalte, where various clubs are active. Hospitality in the immediate vicinity is scarce; you are dependent on the centre or the scattered village pubs in the hamlets.

Accessibility

The accessibility of Buitengebied Raalte is highly dependent on having your own car. Public transport hardly runs here; the bus connections in the municipality of Raalte primarily serve the centres. Raalte has its own train station on the Zwolle-Almelo line, but from the rural area you first have to get there by bike or car. By car, you can quickly reach Zwolle (about 25 minutes) or Almelo (about 20 minutes) via the N35. Parking is no problem at all: almost every home has ample parking on its own property. Cycling to the centre of Raalte is quite feasible from the nearest parts of the rural area, but for the more remote addresses, the cycling distance is quickly five kilometres or more.

Atmosphere and residents

Residents of Buitengebied Raalte appreciate the peace and nature that the neighbourhood offers. On the neighbourhood page of Buitengebied Raalte, residents share what keeps them here. One resident describes it as: "Here in the evening you only hear the birds. You have to like that you need the car for everything, but the space and peace are more than worth it." Critical notes usually concern the dependence on the car and the distance to facilities, which can be a serious drawback for young starters or people without a driving licence.

Compared to neighbourhoods like Raalte Centrum or Blekkerhoek, the rural area is a world apart: no walking distance to shops, no busy streets, but also no affordable starter homes for rent. Drostenkamp and Westdorp also offer more urban convenience for renters who want daily facilities within walking distance.

Is renting in Buitengebied Raalte right for you?

Renting in Buitengebied Raalte is reserved for a specific group. Rental prices in the free sector are high (around €2,000 per month for a spacious home), there is no social housing available and supply rarely changes. Families who consciously choose space, greenery and peace, and who are mobile with a car, fit this neighbourhood best. Starters, students or people dependent on public transport will find few suitable options here. Anyone considering renting a home in Buitengebied Raalte would do well to respond quickly as soon as something becomes available, because supply is scarce. Keep your documents (payslips, employer's statement) at hand. As an alternative, you can also view the homes for sale in Buitengebied Raalte, as the owner-occupied market is considerably larger here.

What residents say about Buitengebied Raalte

Residents generally rate Buitengebied Raalte positively when it comes to peace, space and the green environment. Lower scores are given for facilities and accessibility without a car. One resident writes: "It is wonderfully quiet here and you really feel like you live in the countryside, but don't forget that you have to get in the car for everything." View all ratings and scores per category on Buitengebied Raalte. These resident reviews are collected via Buurtje.nl and give an honest picture of daily life in the neighbourhood.

Compare rental homes in and around Buitengebied Raalte

Are you looking for rental homes in Buitengebied Raalte but also want to compare alternatives? The rental homes in Raalte as a whole offer more variety in price and type of home. Other districts in the municipality, such as Heeten or Luttenberg, have a similar rural character but sometimes a different supply. For a complete overview of all available rental homes in the municipality, see the page rental homes in Raalte. Buurtje.nl combines current supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. More about the municipality can be found on the municipality page of Raalte or on the official website of the municipality of Raalte.