Rental homes in Buytenwegh, Zoetermeer

Rental prices and market figures for Buytenwegh, Zoetermeer

Buytenwegh is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: about 60% of the more than 4,700 homes are rented out, the vast majority of which through housing associations (55% of the total stock). This means the private sector is relatively small here. Over the past twelve months, 18 homes were rented out in the private sector in Buytenwegh, with an average rent of €2,276 per month (excluding social housing). The range runs from €922 to €3,000 per month, with an average living area of 171 m². That works out to about €13 per m². The average WOZ value in Buytenwegh is €304,000, which is lower than the district average of Buytenwegh de Leyens (€335,000) and clearly below the Zoetermeer average of €357,000. This reflects a neighbourhood that lags slightly behind the rest of the municipality in terms of property value. Want to know what is currently available for rent and what the current average rent is? Check the overview at the top of this page. Considering buying instead of renting? Then view the homes for sale in Buytenwegh.

Living in Buytenwegh, Zoetermeer

Buytenwegh is a post-war residential neighbourhood in the west of Zoetermeer, built in the 1970s and 1980s as part of the municipality's major urban expansion. The neighbourhood has a typical green-suburban character with terraced houses, porch flats and a limited number of larger single-family homes. It is not a bustling city district, but neither is it a forgotten suburb. Residents describe it as quiet, green and reasonably functional, although there is also criticism about the condition of the homes and social cohesion.

The neighbourhood has over 10,500 residents. The largest group is aged 25 to 45, but there are also relatively many over-65s (over 2,000). With nearly 1,900 single-person households, Buytenwegh is also a neighbourhood where many people live alone. This is reflected in the housing mix: alongside family homes, there are also smaller apartments suitable for starters or singles.

Facilities in Buytenwegh

You can do your daily shopping at Buytenwegh shopping centre, which houses a supermarket and smaller shops. Resident Thea explicitly mentions that shops, the GP, the pharmacy and the physiotherapist are nearby, which is an important advantage for many tenants. There are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and for secondary education you can go to nearby neighbourhoods or the centre of Zoetermeer. There is plenty of green space: the neighbourhood scores a 7.0 for green space in resident reviews, which matches the spacious layout of the district with parks and water features. For sports and recreation, there are local sports clubs and cycling routes towards the Bentwoud and the Zoetermeerse Meer.

Accessibility of Buytenwegh

Accessibility is one of Buytenwegh's strongest points: residents give it an 8.3 out of 10. The RandstadRail stop is just around the corner, as Thea also mentions in her review. This gives you quick access to the centre of Zoetermeer or The Hague. For motorists, the connection to the N14 and A12 is relatively quick to reach. Parking is still free in large parts of the neighbourhood or arranged with a resident's permit. Cyclists can use the spacious cycle paths towards the centre or to neighbouring municipalities. All in all, the location is practical, also for people who commute to The Hague or Delft daily.

Residents give Buytenwegh an average of 6.0 out of 10, based on three reviews. Accessibility and facilities score well, but safety (3.3) and sense of community (4.7) are clear points of concern. Thea writes: "Deteriorating neighbourhood, little is done about the homes." This picture is partly nuanced by Shivam, who says he has lived in Buytenwegh his whole life and has never had any problems: "Very cosy neighbourhood." View all reviews and scores on the Buytenwegh neighbourhood page.

Compared to neighbouring community De Leyens, Buytenwegh has a slightly older housing stock and a lower income level (€32,300 versus €36,400 in the wider district). If you are looking for a slightly greener and quieter alternative within the same district, you can also look at the supply in rental homes in Buytenwegh de Leyens as a whole.

Is a rental home in Buytenwegh right for you?

Buytenwegh is most suitable for tenants who want to live practically: good public transport connections, facilities within walking distance and a reasonably green environment. Starters and singles considering renting in Buytenwegh may be eligible for social housing here through a housing association, but should take waiting lists into account. For private sector rental homes in Buytenwegh, supply is limited (18 homes rented out in the past year), so quick response pays off. Make sure you have documents such as payslips and an employer's statement ready. Families looking for more space could also consider Seghwaert or Noordhove as alternatives within Zoetermeer.

What residents say about living in Buytenwegh

The average resident score for Buytenwegh is 6.0 out of 10, based on three reviews. Accessibility (8.3) and facilities (8.0) are the positive outliers. Safety (3.3) and sense of community (4.7) are the weakest points. Shivam, who has lived there his whole life, describes it as a "very cosy neighbourhood" where he has never had any problems. Thea is more critical and calls it a deteriorating neighbourhood where little is done about the homes. Read all experiences and subscores on the resident review of Buytenwegh.

Compare rental homes in and around Buytenwegh

Looking for available rental homes in a wider region? In addition to the current supply in Buytenwegh, you can also look at Centrum or Meerzicht for a different type of living environment within Zoetermeer. For a complete overview of all rental homes in Zoetermeer, view the rental housing supply in Zoetermeer. More about the municipality can be found on the Zoetermeer page or on the official website of the municipality of Zoetermeer. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you.