Rental homes in De Riet, Almelo
View the current rental property listings in De Riet, Almelo. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental home that suits you.
What does a rental home in De Riet cost? Affordable compared to the rest of Almelo
De Riet is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 59% of the more than 3,600 homes are rental properties, and as many as 42% are owned by housing associations. This makes the chance of social housing here greater than in many other neighbourhoods of Almelo. The private sector is more limited, but certainly present. In the past twelve months, 18 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,285 per month. The range runs from €900 to €1,800, with an average floor area of 116 m². This is striking, because the WOZ value in De Riet, at €215,000, is well below the Almelo average of €272,000. So anyone considering renting an apartment in De Riet will find relatively affordable options in the private sector. For current daily prices and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
The average disposable income in the neighbourhood is €28,100, compared to €31,600 municipality-wide. That fits the character of De Riet as a working-class neighbourhood where rents are lower than in, for example, the Binnenstad or Sluitersveld. The combination of a lot of housing association properties and a modest private sector means that the supply of rental homes in De Riet changes quickly. Anyone seriously searching would do well to check regularly.
Working-class neighbourhood with short lines: how residents experience De Riet
On Buurtje.nl, De Riet scores a 7.5 out of 10, based on resident reviews. What immediately stands out: amenities score an 8.0, the highest sub-score. That is no coincidence. Resident Astrid describes it aptly: "It is a quiet working-class neighbourhood with easily accessible amenities. Shops are within walking distance and you could even walk to the city centre." She specifically mentions the medical centre with GPs, pharmacy and physiotherapy, something that is not so close by in many neighbourhoods. Schools are also nearby. That proximity to everything you need daily makes renting in De Riet particularly practical.
Yet it is not all roses. Resident Etiel Smithen, who lives on Brouwerijstraat, gives the neighbourhood a 6.9 and warns: "Motorists drive too fast in the area, it is life-threatening." Traffic safety is a point of concern, especially in the narrower streets around Arendsboer en omgeving Zuid and the area around Bornsestraat Zuid. At the same time, the same resident says: "Almelo is a beautiful neighbourhood to live in. I live close to the city centre, Jumbo, Aldi Plus, charity shop, I have everything here." That sums up De Riet well: not fancy, but complete.
The neighbourhood has a mixed population. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (over 2,000 residents), but there are also many over-65s (1,255). With 1,480 single-person households and only 32% married, it is not a typical family neighbourhood, although there are certainly families. The atmosphere is down-to-earth and friendly. Anyone wanting to know more about daily life here can find all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood statistics on the neighbourhood page of De Riet. Accessibility scores a 7.5: the centre of Almelo is within walking distance, and via the Bornsestraat you quickly reach the main roads. The municipality of Almelo has been investing in the liveability of such neighbourhoods in recent years, although residents notice this to varying degrees.
Who is a rental home in De Riet a good choice for?
De Riet suits single people and starters looking for an affordable rental home near the centre. With an average private-sector rent of €1,285 and many housing association homes, the neighbourhood is accessible for people with a modal or lower income. It is also a logical place for elderly people who want amenities within walking distance. Families with young children will find schools nearby, but the limited score on education (7.0) and the traffic situation are points to consider. Are you looking for more space or a quieter environment? Then consider de Wierdense Hoek or check the supply of homes for sale in De Riet. Those who prefer urban buzz might be better off in the Nieuwstraat-Kwartier.
Find a rental home in De Riet directly
At the top of this page you will find the current rental supply in De Riet, with filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl aggregates homes from multiple sources, so you don't have to search separately everywhere. Besides De Riet, you can also see what is available in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Nieuwland or Bornsestraat Midden-Riet Noord. Want to broaden your search? Then check the full overview of rental homes in Almelo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in De Riet, Almelo?
In the free sector, the average rent in De Riet over the past year was €1,285 per month, with an average floor area of 116 m². The range runs from €900 to €1,800. This excludes social housing via housing associations, which account for 42% of the housing stock.
How safe is it to rent a house in De Riet?
Residents rate the safety in De Riet a 7.5 out of 10. However, speeding traffic in some streets is mentioned as a problem. The neighbourhood scores well on accessibility and amenities, but those living with children along busy streets would do well to check the traffic situation on site.
Are there many social housing properties in De Riet?
Yes, 42% of homes in De Riet are owned by housing associations. That is a large share compared to many other neighbourhoods in Almelo. However, waiting times for social housing can be long. Contact the local housing association for current waiting times and availability.
What amenities are there in the area if I am looking for a rental house in De Riet?
De Riet scores an 8.0 on amenities. There are supermarkets such as Jumbo and Aldi within walking distance, a medical centre with GPs, pharmacy and physiotherapy, and the city centre of Almelo is within walking distance. Primary schools are also in the immediate vicinity.
Who is renting an apartment or house in De Riet suitable for?
De Riet is especially suitable for single people, starters and elderly people who want to live affordably near the centre. The neighbourhood has 1,480 single-person households and an average income of €28,100. For families looking for more space or who consider a higher score on education important, neighbourhoods such as Wierdense Hoek are worth considering.
It is a quiet working-class neighbourhood with easily accessible amenities. Shops are within walking distance and you could also walk to the city centre. In addition, it is nice that there is a medical centre with GPs, pharmacy, physiotherapy and more. Schools are also nearby and there is enough play space for children. It is pleasant to live here.
Auto-translated to English by AISorry but I don't live in Arendsboer, I live in Brouwerijstraat Almelo. My opinion is that motorists drive too fast in the neighbourhood, it's life-threatening. Furthermore, Almelo is a beautiful neighbourhood to live in. I live close to the city centre, Jumbo, Aldi, Plus, charity shop, I have everything here.
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