Rental homes in Haulerwijk, Ooststellingwerf

Renting in Haulerwijk: a small private sector in a owner-occupied dominated neighbourhood

Haulerwijk is primarily an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 1,415 homes, about 70 percent are owner-occupied, and only 30 percent are rental properties. The majority of that rental segment is owned by a housing association, accounting for 25 percent of the total stock. The private sector is therefore small: only 4 percent of homes fall under other landlords. In the past twelve months, five homes were rented in the private sector, with an average rent of €1,150 per month and a range of €950 to €1,250 per month. The average floor area was 110 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For the current state of supply and the current average rent, see the overview at the top of this page. The WOZ value in Haulerwijk is €296,000, slightly below the municipal average of €303,000 for Ooststellingwerf. This suggests a slightly lower property value than the rest of the municipality, although the differences are limited.

Green, quiet and takes some getting used to: the character of Haulerwijk

Haulerwijk scores an 8.6 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident experiences. That is a solid score, and reading the reviews explains why. Nature and greenery clearly stand out: the sub-score for greenery is as high as 9.7. Resident Jannet de Vries-Zweep writes: "The nature is beautiful" and calls Haulerwijk a green neighbourhood on the edge of the village. That location is typical: the neighbourhood borders the countryside, and if you love space and greenery, you are in the right place. Safety also scores high, with a 9.0, and education also receives a 9.0. The supermarket is within walking distance, schools are nearby. That makes the neighbourhood practical for families.

Yet Haulerwijk is not immediately a pleasant place for everyone. Jannet de Vries-Zweep describes it honestly: "It is a neighbourhood where you really have to get used to it. Little contact with neighbours." At the same time, she notes in another review that there is a nice neighbourhood association active on her street and that the people are friendly. Resident Jannie adds: "Always up for a chat and a helping hand when needed." The picture is therefore nuanced: the community scores a 7.3, the lowest sub-score, but there are certainly places in the neighbourhood where contact is good. It just takes some time and initiative. On the neighbourhood page of Haulerwijk you can read all the reviews and sub-scores in detail.

Haulerwijk consists of several districts, each with its own atmosphere. If you prefer to be a bit more in the centre of the village, you can look at Haulerwijk-Hoofdweg or Haulerwijk-Sinnehiem. If you are specifically looking for the peace of greenery, you can go to Haulerwijk-Buitengebied. Accessibility scores an 8.5, which is fine for a village of this size, although you have to take into account that you are dependent on the car or bicycle for many amenities. Larger towns like Oosterwolde are a short drive away. More information about living and life in the municipality can be found on the website of municipality Ooststellingwerf.

Is a rental home in Haulerwijk right for you?

Haulerwijk is most suitable for people who consciously choose peace, space and nature. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and over-65s are also well represented. Families with children are the most common household type, which fits well with the proximity of schools and the safe living environment. For those looking for a social rental home, the housing association stock is the designated route, although here too the supply is limited. Those looking for a private sector home must reckon with a narrow market. Renting in Haulerwijk is therefore not a given. Young starters or people looking for hustle and bustle and urbanity are less suited here. Considering a home to buy? Also check the supply of homes for sale in Haulerwijk, because the owner-occupied market is considerably larger here.

Searching for rental homes in and around Haulerwijk

The current supply of rental homes in Haulerwijk is at the top of this page, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you can properly weigh up renting a home in Haulerwijk. Is the supply here limited? Then also look at neighbouring places in the municipality, such as Appelscha, Donkerbroek or view the full overview of rental homes in Ooststellingwerf.