Rental homes in Het Hogeland
View the current rental property offerings in Het Hogeland, including resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. Find a rental property that suits you.
Renting a home in Het Hogeland: space, peace and a clear market
Het Hogeland is a vast municipality in the north of Groningen, formed from the merger of Bedum, De Marne, Winsum and Eemsmond. Of the more than 22,800 homes, about 33% are rental properties, the majority (25%) owned by housing associations such as Wierden en Borgen and Noordstaal. The private rental sector is relatively small: in the past twelve months, 56 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,182 per month. The range runs from €600 to €3,500, with an average floor area of 85 m². That is considerably cheaper than in the city of Groningen, although the supply here is also much more limited. Social housing does exist, but waiting lists can be long. Check the top of this page for the current daily supply and the most recent rental prices. The labour participation rate in the municipality is 62%, and the average income is €32,200. Many residents work in the region, at the Eemshaven, in healthcare or commute to Groningen city, which is about 20 to 30 minutes away by car. The municipality of Het Hogeland is investing in liveability and housing construction, but to be fair: it remains a rural municipality where you come mainly for the peace and space, not for the bustling city life.
Renting per neighbourhood: from village cosiness to open landscape
Het Hogeland consists of dozens of villages and hamlets, each with its own character. The resident rating of the municipality as a whole is 8.0 based on 13 reviews, with notably high scores for green spaces (8.6), safety (8.5) and accessibility (8.5). Facilities score the lowest at 6.7, which is to be expected in a rural municipality. Below are the neighbourhoods that stand out most.
Leens, the best-rated village
With a neighbourhood score of 9.9 based on 2 reviews, Leens is the absolute standout. This former main village of De Marne has a compact centre with a supermarket, primary school and the imposing Petruskerk. It is a village where you still know your neighbours. One resident describes it as a place where you "really unwind and still have everything at hand". Rental homes in Leens are scarce, but when something becomes available, it is worth responding quickly.
Oude Land, village living with a high rating
The area Oude Land scores a 9.0 from residents (4 reviews). This is the open Groningen landscape at its finest: wide vistas, terps and old farmhouses. Here you live if you consciously choose silence and space. It is less suitable if you want daily amenities around the corner, but for those with a car and a love of the countryside, this is a top location.
Bedum and Winsum, the larger villages
Bedum (neighbourhood score 7.8) and Winsum are the two largest centres and offer the most amenities: supermarkets, schools, GPs and sports clubs. Bedum is closest to Groningen city and is popular with commuters. Winsum has a cosy centre along the Winsumerdiep and attracts families who want to live in a village without sacrificing too much convenience.
Other villages include Warffum (7.6), known for its open-air museum and the annual Graanrepubliek, and Uithuizen (6.8), the largest village in the eastern part with the Menkemaborg as a sight. Uithuizen has more amenities than the smaller villages, but residents are slightly more critical: the score of 6.8 points to areas for improvement, possibly around the shopping offer or the appearance of the centre. Baflo (7.0) is a quiet village on the Groningen-Roodeschool railway line, handy if you travel by public transport. In the west lie Ulrum and Kloosterburen, two characteristic villages with a strong sense of community. Those who do not mind the industrial character and want to live close to work in the harbour can look at the Eemshaven area. On the municipality page of Het Hogeland you can read all resident reviews and compare neighbourhoods on safety, green spaces and facilities.
Who is a rental home in Het Hogeland suitable for?
Renting in Het Hogeland best suits people who consciously choose a rural environment. Think of retirees (the 65+ group here numbers over 12,400 residents), families who want their children to grow up in a safe, green environment, and people who work at the Eemshaven or in the agricultural sector. The municipality scores high on safety (8.5) and green spaces (8.6), which appeals to these target groups. For starters and young people it is more difficult: the private sector supply is limited and social housing has waiting lists. Anyone wanting to rent an apartment quickly in Het Hogeland must be patient or search more broadly. In that case, also consider the neighbouring municipality Eemsdelta or Midden-Groningen. A practical tip: register with the housing associations as early as possible and keep an eye on the supply on this page, because homes go quickly. Make sure your income statement and employer's statement are ready. Is buying an option? With an average WOZ value of €251,000, that is much more affordable in Het Hogeland than elsewhere. Check the overview of homes for sale in Het Hogeland as an alternative.
Searching for rental homes in Het Hogeland and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Het Hogeland, supplemented with neighbourhood scores and honest resident reviews. This way you not only know what a home costs, but also what it is really like to live there. Want to broaden your search? Also look at rental homes in Groningen or check the options in the province of Groningen. Scroll up to view the current supply and filter by price, floor area or energy label.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Het Hogeland?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past 12 months was €1,182 per month, with an average area of 85 m². Prices range from €600 to €3,500 per month. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but income requirements and waiting lists apply.
Which neighbourhoods in Het Hogeland are the most popular for renting?
Leens scores the highest with a 9.9 from residents, followed by Oude Land (9.0) and Bedum (7.8). Winsum and Bedum are the largest villages with the most amenities. Warffum (7.6) and Uithuizen (6.8) are also popular choices, depending on what you are looking for.
How quickly are rental properties in Het Hogeland rented out?
Supply in the free sector is limited: only 56 properties were rented out in the past year. This means suitable properties are snapped up quickly. Make sure your documents are ready and respond immediately when something comes online.
What is the difference between social housing and the free sector in Het Hogeland?
About 25% of all homes are owned by housing associations (social housing), with rents below the liberalisation threshold and income requirements. The free sector (8% of the stock) has no income limit but higher rents, averaging €1,182 per month. For social housing, you register with associations like Wierden en Borgen.
Is Het Hogeland suitable for renting a house with children?
Yes, the municipality scores high on safety (8.5) and green space (8.6). There are primary schools in the larger villages such as Bedum, Winsum, Uithuizen and Leens. Education scores a 7.7 from residents. Keep in mind that secondary schools are limited and many young people travel to Groningen city.
Can I commute from Het Hogeland to Groningen city?
Yes, by car you are in Groningen from Bedum or Winsum in 20 to 25 minutes. There is a train from Roodeschool via Baflo and Sauwerd to Groningen. Accessibility scores an 8.5 from residents. From the western villages like Leens or Ulrum, you are more reliant on the car.
Are there many rental homes available in Het Hogeland?
Supply is limited. In the free sector, 56 properties came onto the market in the past year. Most rental homes are social housing through housing associations. If you want to rent a house in Het Hogeland, it is wise to look broadly and also consider neighbouring municipalities like Eemsdelta or Groningen.
What does it cost to rent an apartment in Het Hogeland?
The average rent in the free sector is €1,182 per month for 85 m². Apartments are typically at the lower end of the range, around €600 to €900 per month. However, supply is small, so do not expect apartments to always be available.
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Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood itself is fine. Just quite unsafe because young people break everything here. Furthermore, there is often a lot of rubbish and dogs poo.. the people are fine, fairly to themselves. Otherwise, the neighbourhood is not very special and there are not many facilities. (The pavement is really a problem; many elderly people have fallen because all the tiles are uneven). Otherwise, the neighbourhood is easily accessible, but parking facilities would be nice for visitors.
Auto-translated to English by AIFrom my front window I can see almost everyone coming and going from the village and greet the neighbours. The birds wake me up with their singing and come to eat from my birdhouse. The villagers are very friendly and helpful. Things are regularly organised, such as shuffleboard or billiards, and a barbecue every year. The windmill turns regularly and every Sunday you can have a cup of coffee at the mill. Once a month there's a Friday afternoon drink and once a month a Wednesday morning coffee in the village hall. I never want to leave here and am glad I moved here. In terms of safety, you can leave your door open or your car unlocked, your things in the garden, because no one will ever touch them. The community is very compassionate. Hygiene, I never see rubbish on the street and the bin is emptied every week. Housing, as far as I know there are no empty houses. Education, you have to go to another village for that. It's green everywhere here. There is no shop or GP; they are 2 km away in the next village, Eenrum. The village is easily accessible, also by bus.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and pleasant but also a bit boring village, living is nice and quiet but you are half an hour's drive or 45 minutes by bus away from the city. Otherwise, nice surroundings for a quiet bike ride or a tour on a moped or by car.
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Auto-translated to English by AINot much bad happens and everyone is nice to each other
Auto-translated to English by AII mainly think it's a village for old, grey and boring people. There are no places for young people, few shops and no secondary school, so you have to travel a lot by train (I personally find that awful), but luckily there is a train station in the middle of the village. Because there are mainly seniors living here, it is generally very quiet. The only thing I find unsafe about Uithuizermeeden is the fact that there are no streetlights outside the village, and people drive very fast in the polders, which is very annoying when you are cycling.
Auto-translated to English by AIWith just one neighbour, this can hardly be called a "neighbourhood". I live at Wierhuisterweg 20 outside Pieterburen, consisting of three houses and one farm, amidst green farmland with clean air and silence. The bus stops in front of my house on request. I am 90 years old and live here alone, completely satisfied: I have a scooter, e-bike and 45km/h car, internet, television, a garden all around with fruit trees and little birds. But most importantly: I am healthy; I have four children and seven grandchildren! There is good street lighting, the road is well maintained, and a bus stops once an hour. As a born and bred Amsterdammer, I feel completely at ease here. Although I occasionally miss the Concertgebouw, the Stadsschouwburg, the Bijenkorf, the Kalverstraat,... I am still glad that I live in the open countryside of Groningen.
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