Rental homes in Heeten, Raalte
Check the current rental property listings in Heeten and discover what renting in this Overijssel village costs, including neighbourhood data and resident reviews.
Renting in Heeten: a small market with firm private-sector prices
Heeten has traditionally been a home-owning neighbourhood. Of the 1,630 homes in the village, only 27% are rental properties, and the majority of those are owned by housing associations (13%). The private sector is limited: only 14% of the housing stock is owned by other landlords. This is reflected in the supply and the price. Over the past year, an average of 7 homes per year were rented out in the private sector in Heeten, with an average rent of around €1,179 per month. The range was between €1,100 and €1,500, with an average floor area of 72 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. If you want to know what is available today and what the current average rent is, look at the overview at the top of this page. The WOZ value in Heeten is €363,000, just below the municipal average of Raalte (€369,000), indicating that this is an ordinary, solid residential area without major outliers in house prices.
Heeten: a village where you still know each other
Heeten is not an anonymous residential area. It is a village of nearly 3,800 inhabitants in the municipality of Raalte, with a strong sense of community that you feel once you have lived there for a while. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years old, and the 65-plus group (935 people) is also heavily represented. This colours the character of the village: quiet, orderly, little nuisance, but certainly not bustling. Residents who leave a review on the Heeten neighbourhood page mention the peace and green surroundings as major plus points. One resident writes that Heeten is "a place where you still know your neighbours and where children can play outside without you worrying". That image matches the data: 46% of households are married and the proportion of families is visible.
In terms of amenities, Heeten is limited, which is honestly a drawback if you are used to a full shopping centre within walking distance. There is a primary school, a village hall and a limited range of shops in the centre. For more shops, a GP or a supermarket, you quickly drive to Raalte or Deventer. Accessibility by car is good, but those without a car notice that public transport in this part of Overijssel is sparse. This is a recurring point in resident responses: Heeten is lovely if you are mobile, but less suitable if you are entirely dependent on the bus.
The village consists of two parts. Heeten Kern is the more compact, built-up area with most amenities and social housing. Those who want more space and do not mind a bit of extra driving distance can look at the outskirts of Heeten, where detached houses and farmhouses are more common. Both areas have their own atmosphere but share the same village peace.
Renting in Heeten: who is this village suitable for, and who is it not?
Heeten mainly attracts people who consciously choose peace, nature and a close-knit community, and who are willing to sacrifice urban convenience for it. Families with children and elderly people who are already rooted in the region generally feel at home here quickly. For starters looking for an affordable rental home, the supply in the private sector is very small and the price relatively high for what you get. Those considering buying here instead of renting can view the homes for sale in Heeten, because the sales market is much larger here than the rental market. For people who need flexibility or do not own a car, Heeten is less practical.
Searching for rental homes in and around Heeten
The current rental supply in Heeten is limited, so it pays to broaden your search area slightly. Via Buurtje.nl you can filter directly by price, floor area and energy label, both within Heeten and in the surrounding area. Similar villages in the municipality are Luttenberg, the nearby Nieuw Heeten and the quiet Broekland. Those who do not rule out the city can also view the broader supply in Raalte itself or all rental homes in the municipality of Raalte. More information about living and amenities in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Raalte.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Heeten?
In the private sector, the average rent in Heeten over the past year was around €1,179 per month, with an average floor area of 72 m². The range was from €1,100 to €1,500 per month. These figures exclude social housing and rooms. The current supply and daily average price are shown at the top of this page.
Is social housing available in Heeten, and how long is the waiting time?
Approximately 13% of the housing stock in Heeten is owned by a housing association. For a social rental home in Heeten, you need to register with the regional housing association active in the municipality of Raalte. Waiting times for social housing in small Overijssel villages can be long, especially for single-family homes. Contact the municipality of Raalte or the local housing association for current waiting time information.
How accessible is Heeten if you want to rent a home?
Heeten is located in the municipality of Raalte and is easily accessible by car via regional roads towards Deventer and Zwolle. Public transport is limited: there is a bus line, but the frequency is low, and you are dependent on a car for many daily needs. Anyone wanting to rent a home in Heeten without a car should take this into account.
Are there schools and amenities in Heeten for families?
Heeten has a primary school and a community centre, but for more extensive amenities such as a secondary school, supermarket or GP, you have to rely on surrounding villages or Raalte itself. This makes renting in Heeten attractive for families seeking peace and space, but it does require a car for daily life.
Can I also rent an apartment in Heeten?
The supply of apartments for rent in Heeten is very limited. The private sector mainly consists of ground-floor homes, and the housing association stock is also largely focused on single-family homes. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Heeten would be wise to check the current supply at the top of this page or broaden their search to the rest of the municipality of Raalte.
