Rental homes in Centrum Almere Haven, Almere

Renting in Centrum Almere Haven: a market largely in the hands of housing corporations

Centrum Almere Haven is a predominantly rental neighbourhood. As much as 74% of the more than 1,000 homes are rental properties, 58% of which are owned by a housing corporation. The private sector is therefore limited in size. The average WOZ value is €282,000, clearly lower than the municipal average of €363,000 for Almere. This reflects the social character of the neighbourhood and the relatively modest types of homes that dominate here.

For those looking for a private-sector rental home: over the past twelve months, 12 private-sector homes were rented here, with an average rent of €1,461 per month and a range of €950 to €2,095 per month. The average floor area was 88 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing and rooms. For current rents and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Centrum Almere Haven should be aware of a limited private-sector supply and a fast-moving market.

Centrum Almere Haven: amenities within walking distance, accessibility is another story

Centrum Almere Haven revolves around the harbour area of Almere Haven, the oldest district of Almere. The neighbourhood has its own character that differs from the newer districts: more 1980s architecture, a recognisable layout around the shopping centre and the water. Residents appreciate the close proximity of shops, schools and the greenery along the harbour. On the neighbourhood page of Centrum Almere Haven, residents rate the neighbourhood a 6.5 out of 10. That is not an overwhelmingly enthusiastic score, but it does tell an honest story.

Green spaces score notably high with a 10, and that is understandable when you walk along the Weerwater or the harbour front. Amenities also receive a strong rating of 9: the Centrum Haven Noord shopping centre is within walking distance, and for schools (rated a 7), the basics are well in order. Read the experiences of residents in Centrum Almere Haven for a full picture. Less positive are residents about accessibility, which scores only a 4. Almere Haven is somewhat further from the major motorways and Almere Centrum train station, which commuters notice in daily practice. The neighbourhood's appearance also gets a 4 for beauty, indicating that the centre is starting to show its age in some places.

Safety is rated a 6, and community spirit also a 6. The neighbourhood has a strongly ageing profile: the 65-plus group, with 580 people, is the largest age category in a neighbourhood of 1,765 residents. That colours the street scene and atmosphere. Anyone considering renting in Centrum Almere Haven because of the vibrancy of a young urban neighbourhood would be better off looking at De Werven or De Hoven, two nearby neighbourhoods with a different resident profile. The two sub-areas within this centre, Centrum Haven Noord and Centrum Haven Zuid, each have their own atmosphere worth exploring.

Renting in Centrum Almere Haven: who is this for, and who is it not for?

Centrum Almere Haven is well suited to singles and elderly people who value amenities within walking distance, green spaces nearby and a quiet living environment. With 510 single-person households, that is precisely the dominant housing demand here. For families looking for a spacious rental home in Centrum Almere Haven, the supply is more limited and neighbourhoods such as De Meenten or De Grienden may be a better fit. Those who want to buy rather than rent can view the supply of homes for sale in Centrum Almere Haven, although that segment, at 26% of the stock, is limited. More information about living and permits in this district can be found on the website of the municipality of Almere.

Finding the current rental supply in Centrum Almere Haven

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the area. At the top of this page, view the current supply of rental homes in Centrum Almere Haven, or broaden your search to rental homes in Almere or the nearby neighbourhood De Marken for more choice.