Rental homes in Hoogland, Amersfoort

Renting in Hoogland: a tight private sector with spacious homes

Hoogland has traditionally been an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Over 81% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, meaning rental properties are scarce. Of the 4,149 homes, only 19% are rented out, of which 13% via a housing association and 6% via other landlords. The private sector is therefore limited in size. Over the past twelve months, 17 private sector homes were rented out in Hoogland, with an average rent of €1,568 per month. The range ran from €1,073 to €2,500 per month, with an average living area of 128 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. Current rental prices and availability can be found in the overview at the top of this page. The WOZ value in Hoogland is €457,000, slightly higher than the Amersfoort average of €432,000, which partly explains the relatively high private sector rents. Anyone looking for a rental home in Hoogland should therefore expect limited supply and a steep price level.

Quiet, green and surprisingly communal: living in Hoogland

Hoogland is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its hustle and bustle or urban allure. It is a quiet, green suburb on the north side of Amersfoort, where families have consciously chosen to live for years. The resident score on the neighbourhood page of Hoogland is remarkably high: a 9.5 out of 10, based on reviews from residents. Safety and sense of community both score a perfect 10, and green spaces also get a 10. These are not numbers you see in many neighbourhoods.

What those scores mean in practice is well explained by Lyonne in her review: "It really has a good vibe here with children often playing outside and there are always friendly people walking their dogs whom I sometimes have a chat with. It's also really trustworthy here, for example I can leave my bike unlocked and nothing happens to it." That feeling of natural trust is something you rarely hear about in denser city neighbourhoods. Gert-Jan adds from the Bosserdijk: he lives there "wonderfully central" and quickly reaches shops and the rest of Amersfoort. Accessibility therefore scores a 9.0.

Hoogland consists of several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. De Brinken and De Ham are green residential areas that strongly contribute to the quiet character of the neighbourhood. Those looking for more urban proximity can also consider Bieshaar-Noord or Langenoord. The amenities in Hoogland are functional: daily shopping is easy, and for a larger shopping centre or the city centre, you can quickly reach the inner city by car or bike. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amersfoort.

Renting in Hoogland: for families with a desire to buy, less so for starters looking for an affordable apartment

Hoogland is best suited for families or dual-income households who want to live spaciously in a quiet environment, and who are looking for a temporary rental home while working out their buying plans. With an average rental area of 128 m², these are typically larger ground-based homes, not compact apartments. For starters who want to rent an affordable apartment in Hoogland, supply is limited and prices are high. Also for those dependent on social housing, waiting times are long and the housing association stock is small. In that case, also consider the owner-occupied homes in Hoogland as an alternative, or explore the broader range of rental homes in Amersfoort.

Searching for a rental home in Hoogland or the surrounding area

Via Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Hoogland, including filters on price, area and energy label. If little is available at the moment, it is worth also looking at adjacent or similar neighbourhoods such as Nederberg, the lively Soesterkwartier or the modern Eemkwartier. Renting a home in Hoogland requires patience, but the neighbourhood generally offers quality of living in return.