Rental homes in Buitenwijk Zuidwest, Maastricht

What does renting cost in Buitenwijk Zuidwest? Free sector from €605 to nearly €3,000

Buitenwijk Zuidwest is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in Maastricht. The average WOZ value here is €482,000, more than 60% above the Maastricht average of €302,000. This directly translates into rental prices in the free sector. Over the past twelve months, 99 homes have been rented here at an average rent of €1,496 per month, with a range of €605 to €2,950. This concerns free-sector homes, excluding social housing and room rentals. The average floor area of 149 m² shows that these are often spacious family homes and apartments, not small studios.

Only 35% of the housing stock in this neighbourhood is rental. Of those rental homes, only 6% are owned by a housing association. The vast majority, around 29%, are rented out by private landlords or investors. This means that as a tenant, you will almost always end up in the free sector, with corresponding prices. Social housing is scarce here. At the top of this page, you will find the current daily prices and available supply, as the market moves quickly.

Villawijken, Jekerdal and Sint Pieter: how Buitenwijk Zuidwest really lives

Buitenwijk Zuidwest is not a uniform neighbourhood. It is a patchwork of districts, each with its own character, but together forming a green, quiet southwestern flank of Maastricht. The neighbourhood has 9,250 residents, nearly a third of whom are over 65. You notice this: it is quiet on the streets during the day, you hear birds in the gardens along the Lage Kanaaldijk, and in green Jekerdal, pensioners walk their dogs along the Jeker. It is not a bustling city neighbourhood here. Those looking for nightlife and activity are better off in the Centre.

Residents particularly appreciate the peace, greenery and space. On the neighbourhood page of Buitenwijk Zuidwest, you can read extensive reviews and scores per category. What often comes up: the area feels safe, the houses are well-maintained, and you are quickly in the countryside towards the Sint-Pietersberg. One resident writes: "You actually live here in the countryside, but you can cycle to the Vrijthof in ten minutes." That is true. Via the Tongerseweg or the Lage Kanaaldijk, you can cycle into the centre easily. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway towards Liège or Eindhoven via the A2. The municipality of Maastricht is investing in cycle routes in this part of the city, further improving accessibility.

The districts differ considerably from each other. Villapark consists of stately detached houses and is one of the most expensive parts of Maastricht. Sint Pieter has a village character with its own church square and some local hospitality. Biesland and Campagne are more modest in terms of housing, but benefit from the same green surroundings. Wolder, on the southern edge, already feels almost Belgian with its rolling meadows. For daily shopping, you go to the Albert Heijn on the Tongerseweg or in the centre. A large shopping centre is lacking in the neighbourhood itself; that is something to keep in mind.

Renting in Buitenwijk Zuidwest: for which tenants yes, and for whom not?

With an average household income of €51,000 and 62% highly educated, this neighbourhood attracts a specific profile. Renting an apartment in Buitenwijk Zuidwest is particularly interesting for dual-income couples, expats working at the university or MUMC+, and active seniors who want space and peace without being far from the city. The 2,125 single-person households show that single people also live here, although you then need an above-average income. For starters or students looking for an affordable rental home, this neighbourhood is simply too expensive. They are better off with the supply in Buitenwijk Noordwest or Buitenwijk Oost. And if you prefer buying instead of renting: then check out the homes for sale in Buitenwijk Zuidwest, because 65% of homes here are owner-occupied.

Searching for a rental home in Buitenwijk Zuidwest: how it works

On Buurtje.nl, you will find the current rental supply in Buitenwijk Zuidwest, combined with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. Filter by price, floor area or energy label to make renting a home in Buitenwijk Zuidwest easier. Also take a look at the broader supply in all of Maastricht or consider the nearby Buitenwijk West as an alternative.