Rental homes in De Eilanden, Harderwijk
Discover rental properties in De Eilanden, a water-bound neighbourhood in Harderwijk with contemporary homes. View the current supply and neighbourhood data on this page.
Rental prices and market figures De Eilanden, Harderwijk
De Eilanden is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 73% of the 610 homes are owned, only 27% are rented out. Of those rental homes, only 3% are owned by a housing association. The remaining 23% falls under private or commercial landlords, meaning the supply here is almost entirely in the free sector. Social housing is scarce and waiting lists at housing associations are long.
The average WOZ value in De Eilanden is €519,000, equal to the district average of Waterfront (€519,000) and well above the municipal average of Harderwijk (€382,000). This already indicates that this is a segment above the urban average.
In the free sector (excluding social housing), 8 homes were rented out in De Eilanden in the past twelve months. The average rent was €1,401 per month, with a range of €1,350 to €1,460 per month. The average living area was 130 m², which works out to a price of approximately €10.80 per m² per month. For current available rental homes and the most recent average rent, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in De Eilanden, Harderwijk
De Eilanden is a relatively young water-bound residential neighbourhood in the Waterfront area of Harderwijk, directly on the Wolderwijd. The name says it all: the neighbourhood is literally built around water, with island-like residential blocks surrounded by harbours and canals. If you are looking for a rental home in an environment with lots of water, contemporary architecture and a quiet but well-maintained appearance, you end up here in a neighbourhood that is clearly designed for an owner-occupied market. That makes renting here special, but also limited in supply.
The housing types are predominantly new-build or recently built, with ground-floor homes and apartments in a higher price range. The average WOZ value of €519,000 reflects that. The buildings are compact but not densely packed, with many sightlines to the water. The streetscape is neat and green, with quays and moorings that give the neighbourhood a nautical character.
Facilities in De Eilanden
De Eilanden is a residential neighbourhood without many own facilities within walking distance. For daily shopping you rely on the centre of Harderwijk or nearby neighbourhoods. The city centre of Harderwijk, with supermarkets, shops and restaurants, is about a ten-minute bike ride away. For larger groceries, there are supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl in the surrounding neighbourhoods. Primary schools and childcare can be found in adjacent neighbourhoods. Sports facilities, including swimming pool De Sypel and various sports clubs, are accessible by bike. The Wolderwijd offers plenty of opportunities for water sports and recreation right on your doorstep, which is a distinguishing feature of living in De Eilanden.
Accessibility of De Eilanden
By car, De Eilanden is easily accessible via the N302, which connects to the A28 towards Zwolle and Amersfoort. Harderwijk has its own train station about two kilometres from the neighbourhood, with direct connections to Zwolle, Amersfoort and Utrecht. By bike, the station can be reached in about ten minutes. Bus connections from the Waterfront area run to the city centre and the station. Parking in De Eilanden is mainly arranged via private parking spaces at the homes or in designated parking zones. The neighbourhood scores an 8.0 on accessibility, which is consistent with its favourable location relative to main roads and the station.
Resident Daisy Bos-Amiot describes De Eilanden as follows: "A beautiful residential area and easily accessible." She adds that in her row of six homes there are friendly people, with whom she has good contacts and where neighbours help each other where possible. That image of an involved, small-scale living environment is often seen in neighbourhoods in the Waterfront area. View all experiences and scores on the neighbourhood page of De Eilanden.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods in Waterfront, De Eilanden has a similar price level. At De Kades and Stadswerven the character is also water-bound and modern, but the supply of rental homes differs per neighbourhood. De Knar is another neighbourhood in the same district worth exploring if the supply in De Eilanden is limited.
Does a rental home in De Eilanden suit you?
De Eilanden mainly attracts households in the 25 to 45 age group (the largest group) and dual-income couples without children, which fits the higher income level of an average of €49,700 per household and a labour participation rate of 74%. Families also live here, but the neighbourhood is less accessible for starters with a lower budget due to the higher rents and limited free sector supply. If you are considering renting an apartment in De Eilanden, you should take into account rents from approximately €1,350 per month in the free sector. Social housing is hardly available here: with only 3% housing association ownership, registering with Omnia Wonen or another regional association is sensible, but waiting lists are long. More information about housing policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Harderwijk. If renting in De Eilanden is out of budget, the owner-occupied homes in De Eilanden are an alternative to compare, or you can look at the broader supply of rental homes in Harderwijk for more choice in other price ranges.
What residents say about living in De Eilanden
De Eilanden receives an overall score of 8.0 out of 10 based on resident reviews. All sub-scores, including safety, accessibility, community, green space, housing, beauty and facilities, are at 8.0. That is remarkably consistent and points to a neighbourhood that performs solidly on all fronts without outliers up or down. Resident Daisy Bos-Amiot gives the neighbourhood an 8.0 and writes: "A beautiful residential area and easily accessible." She emphasises the good social contacts with neighbours and the mutual willingness to help. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of De Eilanden.
Compare rental homes in and around De Eilanden
Want to compare renting a home in De Eilanden with other options in the area? Sister neighbourhoods such as De Kades and Stadswerven are in the same district and have a similar water-bound character. Outside the Waterfront area, districts such as Binnenstad and Zeebuurt sometimes offer more rental supply in various price ranges. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident scores, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. View all available rental homes in the region via the overview of rental homes in Waterfront.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in De Eilanden, Harderwijk?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in De Eilanden over the past twelve months was €1,401 per month, with a range of €1,350 to €1,460 per month. The average living area was 130 m², which works out to about €10.80 per m² per month. Social housing is hardly available in this neighbourhood, with only 3% owned by housing associations.
Are there social housing properties in De Eilanden?
Social housing is very scarce in De Eilanden: only 3% of the housing stock is owned by a housing association. The remaining rental properties (23% of the total) are from private or commercial landlords and are in the free sector. If you still want to register for social housing, you can contact regional associations such as Omnia Wonen, but you should expect long waiting lists.
What is it like to live in De Eilanden?
De Eilanden is a quiet, waterside new-build neighbourhood in the Waterfront area of Harderwijk, directly on the Wolderwijd. Residents appreciate the well-maintained surroundings, accessibility, and social atmosphere in the small-scale housing blocks. The neighbourhood scores 8.0 out of 10 based on resident reviews, with equal scores for safety, greenery, community, and accessibility.
Is De Eilanden suitable for families with children?
De Eilanden has a relatively high number of residents aged 25 to 45 and a significant proportion of families with children (325 residents under 15). The average household income of €49,700 and the higher rents make the neighbourhood more suitable for families with a middle income or higher. Schools and childcare facilities can be found in adjacent neighbourhoods within cycling distance.
How accessible is De Eilanden in Harderwijk?
De Eilanden is easily accessible by car via the N302, with a connection to the A28 towards Zwolle and Amersfoort. Harderwijk train station is about two kilometres away, reachable in about ten minutes by bike, with direct connections to Utrecht and Zwolle. Bus services run to the city centre and the station. Parking is mainly provided via private parking spaces at the homes.
What amenities are there in De Eilanden, Harderwijk?
De Eilanden is primarily a residential neighbourhood with limited own amenities. For daily groceries, schools, shops, and dining, you rely on the centre of Harderwijk, about ten minutes away by bike. Zwembad De Sypel and various sports clubs are accessible by bike. The Wolderwijd offers opportunities for water sports and recreation right on your doorstep, which is a distinctive feature of this neighbourhood.
How quickly are rental properties rented out in De Eilanden?
The supply of rental properties in De Eilanden is limited: in the past twelve months, 8 free-sector homes were rented out. Due to the low supply and higher demand in this segment, it is advisable to respond quickly to new listings and have documents such as pay slips and an employer's statement ready. Current rental times can be seen in the overview at the top of this page.
In our row of 6 houses live friendly people, with some of whom we have good contacts and help each other where possible!
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