Rental homes in Diever, Westerveld
Looking for a rental property in Diever? Check the current listings on this page and compare prices, surface area, and resident reviews.
Renting in Diever: a small private sector with high prices
Diever is a village in the municipality of Westerveld where buying is the norm. Of the more than 1,360 homes, only 27% are rented out, the majority of which (21%) are owned by a housing association. The private sector is therefore extremely small. In the past twelve months, only two private sector rental homes were rented out in Diever, with an average rent of €5,375 per month and a range of €4,500 to €6,250 per month. These are substantial amounts for a village in Drenthe, especially considering that the average WOZ value of homes in Diever is €374,000, equal to the municipal average. For current availability and the most recent rental prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. Anyone looking for a rental home in Diever must therefore know exactly what they want and be prepared to wait.
Green and quiet, but not for everyone: how residents experience Diever
Diever scores a 5.5 out of 10 on the neighbourhood page of Diever, based on resident reviews. This average hides a striking pattern: greenery scores an impressive 9.0, and facilities (7.0), accessibility (6.0) and housing (6.0) are also rated reasonably. But the scores for safety (2.0) and sense of community (2.0) are downright low. These are no minor points.
A resident, Hanna, describes a distressing situation in her review: she experiences constant burglary and vandalism in her garden, feels she is not taken seriously by the police, and describes the social environment as a closed clique. Her score: 5.5. It is one review, and that makes it difficult to draw firm conclusions, but the low scores on safety and community deserve attention for anyone considering renting a home here. Diever is not an anonymous city where you go your own way; it is a small village where everyone knows each other. That can be pleasant, but also suffocating if you come in as an outsider.
What is true is that the nature here is truly something special. Diever is located in the middle of the Drenthe forests and heathlands, and you notice that daily. The surroundings of the scattered houses around Diever and the nearby Wittelte exude peace and space. For those who work outdoors or work from home and seek nature, that is a serious plus point. Facilities are limited, as you would expect in a village of nearly 3,000 inhabitants, but for daily groceries and primary education, there is enough available. The municipality of Westerveld provides more information about local services and accessibility on its official website.
Renting in Diever: who is this village really for?
Diever mainly attracts older residents: the largest age group is 65-plus (over a third of the population), and most households are couples without children. Anyone looking for a rental home as a family with young children or as a young professional needing dynamism and employment opportunities will find little here. The income level, at €34,300, is slightly below the municipal average, while private sector rental prices far exceed that. Would you rather buy? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Diever, where the market is broader. Renting in Diever best suits people who consciously choose peace, nature and a small community, and who are financially secure.
Searching for a rental home in or around Diever
The supply of rental homes in Diever is limited, especially in the private sector. Buurtje.nl shows the current supply at the top of this page, including filters for price, surface area and energy label. If you can't find what you're looking for in Diever itself, nearby villages are worth exploring: see what is available to rent in Dwingeloo, the supply in Wapse, or consider Zorgvlied as an alternative. For a broader overview of all rental homes in Westerveld, you can also search at the municipal level.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a house in Diever?
In the private sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Diever over the past year was €5,375 per month, with a range of €4,500 to €6,250 per month. These are high prices for a Drenthe village, partly because the private sector supply is very small. Social housing through the housing association falls outside these figures and has a different price level.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Diever?
Diever falls under the municipality of Westerveld, where housing associations manage social housing. Waiting times for a social housing property in this region can be long, partly because 21% of the housing stock is owned by housing associations and turnover is limited. For current waiting times, it is best to contact the relevant housing association or the municipality of Westerveld.
Is Diever a safe place to live?
Residents give safety in Diever a score of 2.0 out of 10, one of the lowest sub-scores. One resident describes in her review experiences with burglary and feeling that the police do not take her seriously. This concerns a limited number of reviews, but the low score is a signal that potential tenants should take seriously.
How accessible is Diever by public transport?
Accessibility scores a 6.0 in resident reviews, which is reasonable for a rural village. Diever is not directly on a train station; the nearest train stations are in Meppel or Hoogeveen. Bus connections are available but limited in frequency, meaning a car is practically indispensable if you rent a home here.
Are there schools and amenities if I rent an apartment in Diever?
Diever has primary education and limited daily amenities such as a supermarket. Residents rate education at 6.0 and amenities at 7.0, which is acceptable for a village of nearly 3,000 inhabitants. For secondary education, hospital care, or a wide range of shops, you need to go to larger places in the region. Renting an apartment in Diever therefore means consciously choosing a village life.
Since I live alone, I constantly suffer from burglary and also the pulling up of my garden; there is no herb against it. I have been electrocuted, walked with a large bump for 2 years, and experienced worse things; the police act as if I'm making it up. All my valuables and memories of my family were stolen; I made a donation but have to provide proof. The foundation of my building has been pulled away so it's leaning, etc.; my curtains stolen, everything torn apart, even my clothes are ruined. Eventually the police did something about it and were friendly. After changing my lock 100 times, I discovered that someone climbs through the roof and there is a hatch from a roof point where I live below, where I had made my clothes storage; holes in a dress so I could be spied on. Yes, so sad, and someone who tells things to anyone who wants to hear, which I can't even think about what I do then. Disgusting people; his wife walked with the mail which was read first, and also through burglary my data was all within reach and everything was used; I was hacked and scammed. Eventually you realize that; really sickening, people without any empathy for others, materialistic. So first blacken someone and then no one sees anything, everything is fine. I keep to myself and focus on other things because I can't relate to this; also don't want to become angry, but this naturally costs nerves; still busy finding a solution with my nothing against pulling out windows, etc., opening windows, which was done later since the hatch is closed. Neighbors see nothing; the latest is that a step was made crooked so that when I climbed it, it fell, but I fortunately saved myself by grabbing a rebate. So my chair has a crooked leg, etc.; you can think of things they haven't touched. I had leaks for months and things soaked, and never got anything back from insurance, etc. This through roof climbing. Because of all this, I am in a scheme, and it hasn't become easier; on the contrary.
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