Rental homes in Het Oude Land en duingebied, Texel
Are you looking for a rental property in Het Oude Land en duingebied? Check the current listings on this page and discover what residents think of the neighbourhood.
Renting on Texel: what does a home cost in Het Oude Land en duingebied?
The rental market in Het Oude Land en duingebied is tight, especially in the private sector. Of the more than 6,300 homes in this neighbourhood, 35% are rented out, the majority through housing associations (23%). Only 12% falls under other landlords, meaning the private sector supply is limited. In the past twelve months, only four homes were rented in the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), with an average rent of €1,638 per month. The range was between €1,250 and €1,850 per month. The average WOZ value of homes here is €369,000, slightly below the Texel municipal average (€372,000). For current rental prices and daily listings, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Anyone looking for a rental home in Het Oude Land en duingebied would do well to act quickly as soon as something becomes available. The combination of a large share of owner-occupied homes (65%) and limited private sector supply makes renting here difficult. Social housing is available through the housing association, but there too a waiting period applies. Renting in Het Oude Land en duingebied is therefore not a given, but for those who succeed, the neighbourhood offers a unique living environment.
Island feeling with a close-knit neighbourhood: living in Het Oude Land en duingebied
Het Oude Land en duingebied is no ordinary neighbourhood. The combination of agricultural landscape, dunes and small village centres gives the neighbourhood a character you will hardly find elsewhere in the Netherlands. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Het Oude Land en duingebied give the area an 8.1 out of 10, with notably high scores for safety (8.3), green spaces (8.3) and beauty (8.3). These are not empty numbers: anyone reading the reviews understands where those scores come from.
Ludy Moens has lived there for over forty years and writes: "We have a very social neighbourhood! Everyone is there for each other!" She tells how neighbours help without hesitation, now that she and her husband are older and need more assistance. That sense of mutual involvement comes back in several reviews. Sanne adds that it is a "small but cosy and close-knit community", with a clean environment and little nuisance. She does add a caveat: for young people, the range of sports clubs and activities is limited, and a few more facilities would be welcome. That is honestly a point that is heard more often on an island like Texel: it is wonderfully quiet, but the facilities are not comparable to a city.
The neighbourhood consists of several small cores and scattered buildings. Think of the lively Den Burg, which as the central core offers most daily amenities, but also the quieter surroundings of Den Hoorn or the coastal atmosphere of De Koog. Accessibility scores an 8.0 among residents, but that must be seen in perspective: you live on an island, and the ferry service to Den Helder is the only connection to the mainland. Anyone who commutes daily should factor in travel time. Those who seek peace and consciously choose island life experience the location as an advantage. The municipality of Texel invests in liveability on the island; more information about municipal facilities can be found on the website of the municipality of Texel.
Renting in Het Oude Land en duingebied: for whom does it work, and for whom not?
This neighbourhood is best suited for people who consciously choose island life: nature, peace, social cohesion and a close-knit community. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and the share of over-65s is also substantial (almost 3,500 residents). That says something about the atmosphere: it is not a neighbourhood for those seeking dynamism and urban amenities. For young people or starters who want to rent an affordable apartment in Het Oude Land en duingebied, the supply is narrow and private sector rent is on the high side. Those considering buying instead of renting can view the supply of homes for sale in Het Oude Land en duingebied as an alternative.
Searching for rental homes in Het Oude Land en duingebied and surroundings
Via Buurtje.nl you will find an up-to-date overview of rental homes in Het Oude Land en duingebied, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. Is the supply here limited? Then also check the supply in Oosterend, the charming core of Oudeschild, or explore Het Nieuwe Land as a neighbouring neighbourhood. For a broader overview of all rental homes in Texel, you can also search at the municipal level.
Frequently asked questions
What does a rental house cost in Het Oude Land en duingebied?
In the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), the average rent in Het Oude Land en duingebied over the past year was €1,638 per month. The range was from €1,250 to €1,850 per month. Supply is limited: only four homes were rented out in the private sector in twelve months. For social housing, different prices apply and there is a waiting period via the housing association.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Het Oude Land en duingebied?
Approximately 23% of the housing stock in Het Oude Land en duingebied is owned by a housing association. Waiting times for social housing on Texel can be long, depending on your registration period and type of home. For current information on registration and waiting times, you can contact the municipality of Texel via texel.nl or directly with the local housing association.
Is it safe to live in Het Oude Land en duingebied?
Residents rate safety in Het Oude Land en duingebied at 8.3 out of 10, one of the highest sub-scores. Several residents describe the neighbourhood as social and involved, with neighbours looking out for each other. The area has a close-knit community, which contributes to the feeling of safety.
Is renting a home in Het Oude Land en duingebied suitable for young people?
Het Oude Land en duingebied has relatively few young people: the 15 to 25 age group numbers about 1,135 people out of a total of over 12,000 residents. Resident Sanne indicates that more could be done for young people in terms of sports and activities. Those looking for urban amenities or an active nightlife will not find that directly in this area.
How accessible is Het Oude Land en duingebied if you want to rent on Texel?
Residents rate accessibility at 8.0 out of 10, but you live on an island: the ferry service between Den Helder and Texel is the only connection to the mainland. Commuting daily to the Randstad requires planning and travel time. Within the island, centres such as Den Burg are easily accessible by bike or car, and most daily amenities are within short distance.
We have a very social neighbourhood! Everyone is there for each other! We are the oldest on the street and in need of help, no problem, everyone is there for us! Lovely little neighbourhood, close to the centre! Very cosy to live there! For over 40 years!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have a very friendly social neighbourhood! Everyone is there for each other! We are the old people, my husband is quite disabled, but we only have to ask and everyone helps us! We are very happy with our little neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a small but cosy and close-knit community. The area is also clean and there's little trouble with pests. If I could change something, it would be that more facilities are added or that more is done to make sports clubs more well-known and appealing to young people.
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