Rental homes in Holtenbroek, Zwolle
Looking for an affordable rental home in Holtenbroek? Check out the current listings, average rental prices, and honest resident reviews about the quality of life in this Zwolle neighbourhood.
Is renting in Holtenbroek affordable compared to the rest of Zwolle?
When you look at the housing market in this neighbourhood, it immediately stands out that Holtenbroek has a very different price level than the city average. While the average WOZ value in the municipality of Zwolle is €344,000, in Holtenbroek it is only €239,000. This is also reflected in rental prices. For those looking for rental properties in Holtenbroek, you often get more square metres for your money in the free sector than in the more popular neighbourhoods. The average rent over the past twelve months was around €825 per month, with lows down to €500 and highs up to €1,254. For this, you typically get a home of 81 square metres.
It is important to understand how the market works here. As many as 65% of homes in Holtenbroek are rental properties, which is significantly higher than in many other neighbourhoods. However, the vast majority of these (53% of the total stock) are owned by housing corporations. This means that supply in the free sector is relatively scarce; only 11% of homes are rented out by private or institutional investors. This explains why only 19 transactions in the free sector were recorded in our data over the past year. Anyone wanting to rent in Holtenbroek via the free market therefore needs to be alert to the supply, as turnover can be high. For current availability, we refer you to the overview at the top of this page.
The unfiltered atmosphere: green, lively and the neighbourhood's challenges
Holtenbroek is a neighbourhood with two faces, and as a local expert it is important to be honest about that. On the one hand, the neighbourhood is appreciated for its greenery and amenities. Resident Jeffrey Van den Enk gives the neighbourhood a passing grade and writes in his review: "It is very green here, with lots of trees and small forests for lovely walks." He also praises the facilities for young people, such as the Johan Cruijff court. This is supported by the figures: the sub-score for 'Green' is extremely high at 8.9. Amenities also score a solid 8.0, partly thanks to the extensive shopping centre that forms the heart of the neighbourhood, located near Holtenbroek II.
However, there is also another side that potential tenants should know about. The overall resident rating on Buurtje.nl is 7.2, but if you zoom in on the sub-scores, you see that 'Beauty' remains stuck at 5.0 and 'Safety' at 6.9. This is clearly reflected in residents' experiences. One resident (L.kelder) is critical and states: "It is now going downhill fast" and reports rubbish problems around the underground containers, which attract pests. Reviewer J.L.M. also notes: "Fine neighbourhood but could be cleaner", indicating that waste often ends up on the street and that social control in this regard is sometimes lacking. It is a multicultural neighbourhood where people live close together, especially in the high-rise buildings of Holtenbroek I and parts of Holtenbroek III.
Want to know exactly how things stand in the specific street you have in mind? The detailed reviews and data on safety and liveability can be found on the main page of Holtenbroek. It is a neighbourhood you have to love: lively, sometimes messy, but with a strong identity and many amenities within easy reach. Accessibility is fine (score 7.4), you are quickly on the ring road or in the city centre. For those looking for a bit more peace within the neighbourhood, the areas towards the Zwarte Water, such as Holtenbroek IV, often have a slightly different layout.
Does a rental home in Holtenbroek suit your housing needs?
Given the demographics and prices, Holtenbroek is particularly popular with starters and young families looking for affordable space. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years. Because incomes here are lower on average (€29,200) than in the rest of the municipality of Zwolle, it is a haven for people who cannot or do not want to pay the sky-high rents in the centre or the new-build neighbourhoods. If you are looking for a neatly manicured area with absolute quiet, then renting a home in this neighbourhood is probably not the best match and you would be better off looking at alternatives. However, if you are looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Holtenbroek with shops around the corner and plenty of parks, then it is certainly an option. Is buying an option? Then also take a look at the supply of homes for sale in Holtenbroek, as purchase prices here are also relatively favourable.
Smart searching for available supply
Finding a rental home in the free sector of Holtenbroek requires patience due to the limited supply outside housing corporations. Buurtje.nl helps you by collecting current listings from various estate agents. Nothing here? Then look beyond the neighbourhood boundaries. The City Centre is within cycling distance but is more expensive. A popular alternative with a very different character is Diezerpoort, or look at the possibilities in the neighbourhood Kamperpoort-Veerallee. For a broader picture, you can also view the complete overview of the rental market in Zwolle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a home in Holtenbroek?
In the past 12 months, the average rent for a private-sector rental home in Holtenbroek was around €825 per month. Prices roughly ranged between €500 and €1,254, depending on the size and condition of the property.
How safe is living in Holtenbroek according to residents?
Residents rate safety in Holtenbroek an average of 6.9. Although many people enjoy living there, some reviews mention nuisance and safety concerns. It varies greatly by street and part of the neighbourhood.
Is there a large supply of private-sector rental homes?
Supply is relatively limited. About 65% of homes are rental, but the vast majority (53%) are owned by housing associations (social housing). Only 11% of homes fall into the private or free-sector rental category.
What about parking and accessibility if I want to rent a home in Holtenbroek?
Accessibility is rated well by residents at 7.4. The neighbourhood is conveniently located near the ring road and the city centre. Parking is free in most parts of the neighbourhood, although it can be busy around high-rise buildings and the shopping centre.
What are the costs for the municipality of Zwolle (waste collection charges, etc.)?
Local charges such as waste collection and sewerage fees are set annually. For the most current rates, please visit the website of the municipality of Zwolle.
- easily accessible, but still close to city centre - lot of green space - faces challenges concerning littering
Auto-translated to English by AIIs becoming truly criminal now
Auto-translated to English by AINon-Dutch people don't make it better, they think everything is allowed and possible, now police too often. A lot of rubbish outside the container since the underground container, which causes many mice and rats. Everything has deteriorated due to different cultures and because dealing happens right in apartments and streets.
Auto-translated to English by AIA decent multicultural society, but no sense of cleanliness. Everything is just thrown on the street, both parents and children, and the children are not called out on it by the parents because they consider it normal and standard. It's a good thing the municipality regularly cleans up the mess, otherwise Holtenbroek II would be a dump. And I think that's due to the multicultural society because in the countries where the multicultural society comes from, that is also standard. Adaptation of the multicultural society to Dutch customs, values and rules is something they don't know or don't want to know, especially the latter. But unfortunately, aside from what I've written above, Holtenbroek II is a very nice multicultural society where I, as an indigenous white Dutch person, feel very much at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living in Holtenbroek for almost 10 years now. It's very green here, with lots of trees and small woods for lovely walks. It's also good for young people: a Johan Cruyff court for kicking a ball around, a large grass field for other games, and even a slide with other play equipment for the little ones. The flats in Holtenbroek have recently been renovated, which is a huge improvement! Only the hygiene in and around the flats and the bushes along the roads is downright poor. Rubbish bags thrown down from the flats, huge piles of waste by the containers, and unfortunately also a lot of litter in the bushes. Safety in this neighbourhood is downright poor; serious violent incidents like shootings and stabbings happen regularly. Some flat residents also regularly cause nuisance by playing loud music for hours, not keeping their dog on a lead, and sitting outside the front door, which can be intimidating. However, despite all the negative things, it has improved enormously compared to how it was before (yes, it could be worse, haha). We try to keep the flat and the neighbourhood clean by picking up litter or mopping the lift floor. Because it's a multicultural society here in Holtenbroek, you can regularly enjoy beautiful music bands (African) performing on the grass field next to the Johan Cruyff court. Or when you're sitting on the balcony enjoying the sun and a delicious smell reaches your nose because someone is cooking with wonderful foreign herbs somewhere in the flat. Conclusion: a lot of points for improvement for Holtenbroek, but a big step forward from how it was. I am satisfied.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived in Holtenbroek 2 for 37 years And will always live there with great pleasure
Auto-translated to English by AIWarm neighbourhood, cosy neighbourhood. Even though it's a bit less safe. Happy to live here. Only miss a lift. With 2 little ones. ☺️
Auto-translated to English by AIMaintenance of greenery is deteriorating a lot since the introduction of the new collection system, it's really getting dirtier and a lot of rubbish everywhere
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