Rental homes in Colmschate-Noord, Deventer

Renting in Colmschate-Noord: a small private sector with spacious homes

Of the 2,497 homes in Colmschate-Noord, only 25% are rental properties. The vast majority of the housing stock is owner-occupied, giving the neighbourhood a relatively quiet, owner-oriented character. Within the rental supply, housing association properties dominate: around 20% of all homes belong to a housing association, while only 5% are owned by other landlords. The private sector is therefore limited in size. Over the past twelve months, 7 private-sector homes were rented out in Colmschate-Noord, with an average rent of €1,375 per month and a range of €1,135 to €1,750 per month (excluding social housing, excluding rooms). The average floor area was 133 m², indicating that these are typically family homes. The WOZ value of €271,000 is noticeably below the municipal average of €324,000 for Deventer as a whole. For current rental prices and availability, please consult the overview at the top of this page.

Colmschate-Noord: family neighbourhood with safety issues and valued education

Colmschate-Noord is a quiet, greenish suburb of Deventer with a pronounced family character. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and households with children are the most common household type. This is reflected in the daily atmosphere: it is predominantly quiet, traffic is manageable, and homes typically have a garden. Renting in Colmschate-Noord therefore mainly appeals to people seeking space outside the city centre.

Yet the picture is not entirely positive. On the neighbourhood page of Colmschate-Noord, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 5.6 out of 10. Safety scores the lowest at 5.0. Resident IRMA writes: "Not safe. Many burglaries and many people feel unsafe in this neighbourhood." Another resident, Ih, adds that the public space also leaves much to be desired: "Council back gardens are a real mess! The council does nothing about it! A shambles for many years!!" Frustration over the management of municipal greenery is a recurring theme. Greenery and cleanliness both score 5.0. Accessibility performs better with a 6.5, which is logical given its location near the main roads to Deventer city centre. Notably positive is education, which scores 7.0, one of the higher subscores in the neighbourhood.

Colmschate-Noord consists of several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. For example, you can look in Blauwenoord, or explore the supply in the adjacent Groot Douwel and Het Oostrik. If you want more background on the neighbourhood, the full resident rating and all subscores, you can find them on the aforementioned neighbourhood page.

Renting in Colmschate-Noord: who is this suitable for, and who is it not?

A rental home in Colmschate-Noord is most suitable for families or two-person households seeking space, accepting a relatively low rent, and not dependent on a bustling city centre within walking distance. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Colmschate-Noord should take into account a limited private-sector supply. For starters looking for social housing, the waiting time at housing associations is a real point of attention. Those who prefer more urban dynamics or a larger supply can also look at the Binnenstad or the neighbourhood Zandweerd. Are you willing to buy? Then check out the supply of owner-occupied homes in Colmschate-Noord, because 75% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes.

Searching for rental homes in Colmschate-Noord and surroundings

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. In addition to this supply, you can also look at De Hoven, Voorstad or Borgele en Platvoet. For a complete overview of all rental homes in the municipality, check the rental supply in Deventer. More information about facilities, permits and municipal policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Deventer.