Rental homes in Centrum, Ridderkerk
Looking for a rental property in Centrum, Ridderkerk? Check the current listings on this page and compare prices, sizes, and resident scores.
Renting in Centrum Ridderkerk: housing association properties dominate, private sector limited
Centrum is the most rental-oriented neighbourhood in Ridderkerk: 55% of the more than 2,400 homes are rental properties, the vast majority of which are owned by a housing association (47%). This makes the private sector relatively small here. Based on private sector rentals over the past twelve months, the average rent was around €1,515 per month, with an average floor area of 96 m². The range varies from €600 to €2,200 per month. This concerns private sector homes; social housing is not included. The average WOZ value in Centrum is €268,000, which is clearly lower than the municipal average of €331,000. This reflects the relatively older housing stock and the large share of housing association properties. Want to know what is currently available to rent? Check the current listings at the top of this page.
Just a village, with everything close by and a distinct character
Centrum Ridderkerk is not a neighbourhood that impresses with architecture or trendy coffee shops. The resident score on Buurtje.nl stands at 7.9 out of 10, and that figure tells the story: it is good enough to be satisfied, but not spectacular. Amenities and education both score 9.0. This matches reality: the shopping centre, primary schools and library are within walking distance, and bus connections to Rotterdam and Barendrecht are good. Accessibility therefore receives an 8.7 from residents. Green space scores 8.3, which is remarkably high for a city centre neighbourhood.
Yet the neighbourhood is not for everyone. Resident Anna describes it as "boring and quiet" and notes that the local community is strongly religious: "Lots of Reformed people. People actually stare if I wear trousers." At the same time, she mentions loitering youths in the village centre. The cleanliness score of 6.0 is the lowest sub-score and ties in with this: the public space looks functional, not attractive. Hettie, a resident of a flat in the neighbourhood for 41 years, writes about years of frustration with hygiene in her porch and a lack of cooperation from both fellow residents and the housing association. "Almost 73 and tired of fighting," she writes. That is an honest signal for anyone considering renting an apartment in Centrum: the quality of housing and management can vary greatly from one complex to another. Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Centrum, where all reviews and neighbourhood data are compiled.
The community score of 7.0 is the second lowest score. Centrum has relatively many single-person households (over 1,000) and a large group of 25 to 45-year-olds. This creates a mixed street scene: young renters alongside long-term residents in housing association flats. If you like the atmosphere of a smaller Randstad municipality and have no need for a vibrant nightlife, you may feel at home here. If you are looking for more urban dynamism, you are better off looking at neighbourhoods like West or Oost.
Renting in Centrum: who is this suitable for, and who is it not?
Centrum mainly attracts tenants who benefit from the central location and good accessibility, such as workers without a car, families who want schools and shops within walking distance, and people looking for a social rental home through a housing association. For starters looking for a rental home in Centrum via the private sector, the supply is limited and prices rise quickly. Those looking for a quiet, affordable owner-occupied home can also look at the supply of homes for sale in Centrum. People expecting close neighbourhood ties or a distinctly lively street scene will find less of that here than in other neighbourhoods.
Looking for a rental home in Centrum and the surrounding neighbourhoods
The current rental supply in Centrum and the surrounding area can be found at the top of this page, including filters for price, floor area and energy label. Is the supply in Centrum too limited or do you want to compare? Then also check the supply in Drievliet, Het Zand or Slikkerveer, or view the full overview of rental homes in Ridderkerk. For municipal information about housing, permits and social rent, you can visit the website of the municipality of Ridderkerk. Buurtje.nl combines current listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood data so you can make an informed choice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Centrum Ridderkerk?
In the private sector, the average rent in Centrum over the past twelve months was approximately €1,515 per month, with an average living area of 96 m². The range runs from €600 to €2,200 per month. These figures exclude social housing. For current rental prices of available homes, you can consult the listings at the top of the page.
How long do I have to wait for a social rental home in Centrum Ridderkerk?
Centrum has a large share of housing association homes: about 47% of all homes are owned by a housing corporation. The waiting time for a social rental home in the Zuid-Holland Zuid region can be up to several years, depending on your registration period and type of home. For current waiting times and registration, you can visit the website of the relevant corporation or the municipality of Ridderkerk.
Is Centrum in Ridderkerk a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
Residents rate safety in Centrum at 8.0 out of 10. That is a solid pass. However, residents indicate that there are loitering youths in the village centre. Overall, the neighbourhood is experienced as quiet and safe, although this varies per street and complex.
Are there good schools nearby if I rent a home in Centrum Ridderkerk?
Education is the highest-scoring category in resident reviews of Centrum, with a 9.0 out of 10. There are several primary schools within walking distance. For secondary education, there are also options in Ridderkerk itself and in the surrounding municipalities, easily accessible by public transport.
How is the accessibility if I rent an apartment in Centrum Ridderkerk?
Accessibility is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points: residents give it an 8.7. Centrum is centrally located in Ridderkerk with direct bus connections to Rotterdam, Barendrecht and surrounding municipalities. For motorists, the A15 and A29 are quickly accessible. Ridderkerk does not have its own train station, but the bus connections largely compensate for that.
Lots of orthodox Christians. I just get stared at when I wear trousers. And in the village itself there are actually a lot of loitering youths and stuff.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeen at it for 41 years trying to keep the hall and stairwell of my flat at least somewhat hygienic, with no cooperation from fellow residents and also not from the housing corporation, now almost 73 and tired of fighting, longing for a solution, so much want to spend the years I have left with living pleasure………
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