Rental homes in Centrum, Vlaardingen
View the current rental property listings in Centrum, Vlaardingen. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental home that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in the Centrum of Vlaardingen?
The Centrum of Vlaardingen is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 52% of the more than 7,900 homes are rental properties. Of these, 36% are owned by housing corporations and 16% by other landlords, meaning the private sector is relatively limited here. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,634 per month, with an average floor area of 89 m². The range is wide: from €350 for compact studios to nearly €4,000 for larger apartments or special locations on the Oude Haven. About 70 homes were rented out in the private sector that year.
Notably, the WOZ value in Centrum is €245,000, significantly lower than the Vlaardingen average of €278,000. This does not automatically translate into lower rents, as demand for rental properties in Centrum is high due to its central location. The average disposable income of €33,100 is also below the municipal average of €35,100. Want to know what is available today and at what price? Check the current overview at the top of this page, as the market moves quickly.
Living between the Oude Haven and the Hoogstraat: how do residents experience Centrum?
On Buurtje.nl, the Centrum of Vlaardingen scores a 6.8 out of 10. That is not an exceptional score, and residents are honest about it. Accessibility scores an 8.0, which is no surprise: with Vlaardingen Centrum station within walking distance, bus lines towards Rotterdam and Schiedam, and the A20 nearby, getting around is easy. Amenities score a 7.0, logical given the Hoogstraat, the weekly market on the Veerplein, and supermarkets within reach. Safety even received a perfect 10 from reviewer Jaïr, but he qualifies that himself: "I am a reasonably large-built man, so I certainly don't feel unsafe, but many neighbours definitely do." He also mentions nuisance from waste and drug users in certain parts of the neighbourhood.
What Centrum lacks is greenery. With a score of 4.0 for green spaces, that is its weakest point. Jaïr puts it aptly: he misses "the trees and nature that used to be there." If you want to look out onto trees and parks from your window, you are probably better off in the Vettenoordse Polder Oost neighbourhood. The Hoogstad neighbourhood offers a bit more tranquillity while remaining close to the amenities of the centre. In the Indische Buurt, you will find a mix of social housing and private sector, with a somewhat more diverse population composition.
The atmosphere is urban and lively. With 4,885 residents aged between 25 and 45, this is the largest age group, and 3,640 of the households are single-person. It is not a classic family neighbourhood: only 31% are married. The community score of 6.0 reflects that. You do not automatically know your neighbours, but the neighbourhood does have its own character around the Oude Haven and the Visbank. Read more about residents' experiences in Centrum on the neighbourhood page, where you will also find extensive statistics. The municipality of Vlaardingen is investing in the redevelopment of the centre area in the coming years, but concrete results are still pending.
Renting in Centrum: is it right for you?
A rental home in Centrum suits singles and couples who value accessibility and amenities. Are you a young professional working in Rotterdam looking for an affordable alternative? Then renting an apartment in Centrum is worth considering, especially given the train connection. For families with children, the picture is more mixed: education scores a 7.0, but the lack of greenery and the mentioned nuisance are real drawbacks. If you are looking for more space and a garden, check out the offerings in Holy Zuid or consider homes for sale in Centrum if your budget allows. For those sensitive to street noise or in need of plenty of greenery, the honest advice is: first look around carefully in the specific street before signing.
Searching for a rental property in the Centrum of Vlaardingen
On Buurtje.nl, you will find the current rental offerings in Centrum, including filters for price, floor area, and energy label. You can directly compare the properties with offerings in surrounding neighbourhoods. For example, also check what is available for rent in Oostwijk or the popular Westwijk. Want to search more broadly? On the overview page with rental properties in all of Vlaardingen, you will see all available options in the municipality together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Centrum, Vlaardingen?
In the private sector, the average rent in Centrum over the past year was €1,634 per month, with an average floor area of 89 m². The range runs from €350 to nearly €4,000 per month. This excludes social housing via housing associations.
How safe is it to rent a house in Centrum, Vlaardingen?
Residents rate safety a 10.0, but they do qualify that. Some residents experience nuisance from waste and drug users in certain parts of the neighbourhood. The experience varies by street and by person, so it is wise to take a look at different times of the day.
Are there many social housing properties available in Centrum, Vlaardingen?
About 36% of the housing stock in Centrum is owned by housing associations. However, waiting times for social housing in Vlaardingen are increasing, often several years. You can register via WoningNet. The private sector offers a rental home more quickly, but at a higher price.
How is the accessibility if I rent an apartment in Centrum, Vlaardingen?
Accessibility scores an 8.0 among residents. Station Vlaardingen Centrum is within walking distance and takes you to Rotterdam Centraal in about 15 minutes. The A20 is quickly accessible by car. Bus lines connect the centre with other neighbourhoods and surrounding municipalities.
Who is a rental property in Centrum, Vlaardingen suitable for?
Centrum mainly attracts singles and couples: 3,640 of the households are single-person and the largest age group is 25 to 45 years. For families it is less obvious due to limited green space (score 4.0) and relatively little play space. Those looking for plenty of greenery would be better off looking at neighbourhoods like Holy Zuid or the Vettenoordse Polder.
Suffering from the waste and drug users in the area. I am a reasonably large-built man so I certainly don't feel unsafe, but many neighbours certainly do, and I miss the trees and nature that used to be there.
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