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Rental prices and market figures Diever, Westerveld

Of the approximately 1,102 homes in Diever, 30% are rental properties. The vast majority of the housing stock is therefore privately owned, making Diever a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood. Within the rental segment, 25% of all homes are owned by a housing association (social housing), while only 5% are with other landlords. The private sector is therefore limited in size.

The average WOZ value in Diever is €346,000, which is lower than the district average of €374,000 and the municipal average of Westerveld (also €374,000). Diever is therefore slightly more affordable than the rest of the municipality, although the WOZ value says nothing directly about rental prices.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), two homes have been rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €5,375 per month. The range ran from €4,500 to €6,250 per month. These are exceptionally high prices for a village of this size, presumably concerning spacious detached houses or rural properties. The supply in the private sector is scarce. For current available rental properties and daily rental prices, see the overview at the top of this page. Anyone looking for an affordable rental home in Diever is dependent on social housing via the housing association.

Living in Diever, Westerveld

Diever is a small Drenthe village in the municipality of Westerveld, in the middle of a landscape of heathland, forests and fields. The village has a distinct village character: quiet, green and compact. The buildings mainly consist of detached houses and semi-detached houses, mostly built between the 1950s and 1980s, supplemented by a modest core of older buildings around the village green. You will not find apartment blocks or high-rise buildings here.

With 2,365 inhabitants and a dominant age group of 65-plus (over 800 people), Diever is clearly a village where the elderly and established families set the tone. Young starters and students are hardly present, which is also reflected in the limited supply of smaller rental homes or apartments. Those who want to rent in Diever are usually looking for space, peace and nature, not urban dynamics.

Facilities in Diever

Diever has a modest but functional level of facilities for a village of this size. In the centre there is a supermarket, a pharmacy, some catering establishments and a number of small shops. For more extensive shopping, one must go to Meppel (approximately 20 kilometres) or Hoogeveen. Primary education is available in the village itself; for secondary education, pupils must go to surrounding towns. For sports, there is a choice of local clubs for football and tennis. The location on the edge of the Dwingelderveld National Park offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding. The greenery therefore scores highly: residents give this aspect a 9 out of 10.

Accessibility of Diever

Diever is reasonably accessible by car via the N371 towards Meppel and the N375 towards Beilen. Meppel (train station with connections to Zwolle and Groningen) is approximately 20 minutes' drive away. Zwolle can be reached in about 35 minutes. Public transport is limited: there is a bus line, but the frequency is low and for daily commuting the car is almost indispensable. Cycling to the centre of the village itself is fine, but for further destinations the distance is large. Parking is free and usually not a problem.

What residents think

The average resident score for Diever stands at 5.5 out of 10, based on one review on the neighbourhood page of Diever. The greenery scores remarkably high (9/10) and facilities (7/10) and accessibility (6/10) are also rated reasonably. But the scores for safety (2/10) and community (2/10) are worryingly low. Resident Hanna writes: "Since I live alone, I constantly suffer from burglary and also the pulling up of my garden. There is no remedy for it." She feels unheard by the police. This is one review and therefore not representative of the entire village, but it is fair to mention. Anyone considering renting a home in Diever would do well to also look at the broader district Diever for more context.

Compared to neighbouring villages such as Wittelte and the scattered houses around Diever, the core of Diever is slightly better equipped, but the rental market is small in all cases and the private sector supply is scarce.

Does a rental home in Diever suit you?

Diever mainly attracts people who consciously choose peace, space and nature. The neighbourhood is most suitable for older households, pensioners and people who work from home and are little dependent on public transport. For starters or students looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Diever, the supply is virtually nil. Private sector rental prices (average €5,375 per month) are high and the number of available rental properties varies greatly. Those who want to qualify for social housing should register as soon as possible with the local housing association, because waiting lists in Drenthe are long. Also look at the supply of rental properties in the municipality of Westerveld for a broader picture, or explore Dwingeloo or Zorgvlied as alternatives in the region. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Westerveld.

What residents say about living in Diever

Based on the current reviews on Buurtje.nl, Diever scores a 5.5 out of 10. The greenery (9/10) and facilities (7/10) are the strongest points. Safety (2/10) and community (2/10) score remarkably low. Resident Hanna describes her experience as severe: "Police act as if I'm making it up", after repeated reports of burglary and damage to her property. It concerns one review, but the low scores for safety and community deserve attention from anyone considering renting here. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Diever.

Compare rental properties in and around Diever

Want to know how Diever compares to other places in the region? In Dwingeloo you will find a slightly larger village with a similar rural character. Lhee and Wapse are even smaller and have hardly any rental properties available. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, information you will not find at neighbourhood level on platforms such as Funda or Pararius. This way you can not only compare a property, but also the neighbourhood itself. View the full supply in the district Diever or broaden your search to all rental properties in Westerveld.