Rental homes in Hoogmade, Kaag en Braassem

Rental prices and market figures in Hoogmade, Kaag en Braassem

Hoogmade is a buyer-dominated neighbourhood: of the 639 homes, 69% are owner-occupied and only 29% are rental properties. This makes the supply of rental homes in Hoogmade limited. Of that 29% rental, 25% is owned by a housing association (social housing) and only 4% belongs to the private sector with other landlords. For those looking for a rental home outside the social sector, the supply is therefore scarce.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), an average of €1,950 per month was asked for a rental home in Hoogmade over the past year, with an average floor area of 115 m². That works out to around €17 per m². The range was between €1,950 and €1,950 per month, indicating a very limited number of transactions (3 rented homes in the past 12 months). Compared to the broader rental market in the Woubrugge district or with rental properties in Kaag en Braassem as a whole, Hoogmade is at a similar to slightly lower level in terms of WOZ value (€423,000 versus €448,000 for the district and €447,000 for the municipality). The current available rental properties and the daily average rental price can be found at the top of this page.

Living in Hoogmade, Kaag en Braassem

Hoogmade is a small, quiet polder village in the Groene Hart, located on the Oude Rijn and surrounded by meadows and lakes. With 1,425 inhabitants, the village has a strong village character: everyone knows each other, there is little traffic, and the peace is tangible. The neighbourhood therefore appeals to a very specific type of resident. Not the urban tenant looking for an apartment to rent in Hoogmade with a vibrant nightlife around the corner, but people who consciously choose space, greenery and a close-knit community feel.

The housing stock consists mainly of ground-floor homes, detached houses and semi-detached houses, fitting the village scale. New-build apartments or high-rise buildings are almost entirely absent. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (420 residents), followed by those aged 65 and over (385 residents). This translates into a quiet, established community with relatively few young families or students.

Facilities in Hoogmade

As a small village, Hoogmade has a limited level of facilities. There is no supermarket in the village itself; shopping is done in neighbouring Woubrugge or Leimuiden. For a primary school, children rely on schools in the surrounding villages. In terms of sports, there is a local football club (sv Hoogmade) and the surrounding lakes and polders are ideal for water sports, rowing and cycling. Hospitality is modest: a village café or local pub provides social meeting, but extensive shopping or dining is done elsewhere. If you want daily facilities within walking distance, you should take that into account.

Accessibility of Hoogmade

Accessibility by public transport is limited. Hoogmade does not have its own train station; the nearest station is Alphen aan den Rijn or Leiden Centraal, about 15 to 20 minutes by car. Bus connections run via the surrounding villages, but the frequency is low. By car, Hoogmade is reasonably connected via the N207 to Alphen aan den Rijn and via the N11 to the A4 towards The Hague and Amsterdam. Allow 30 to 40 minutes to drive to Leiden or Schiphol. Cyclists have access to an extensive network of rural cycle paths through the polder. Parking is not a problem in Hoogmade: there is plenty of space and no permit requirement.

Residents appreciate Hoogmade mainly for the peace, nature and community spirit. On the neighbourhood page of Hoogmade you can read the full reviews and neighbourhood scores per category. One resident aptly describes it: "You really live out here, the silence in the evening is worth its weight in gold, but you have to be able to handle that you take the car for everything." That is also the honest downside: if you don't have a car or rely on public transport, you will find that Hoogmade is less practical than it looks on the map.

Compared to neighbouring communities such as Ofwegen or Woubrugge-West, Hoogmade is even quieter and smaller in scale. In Woubrugge itself, there are slightly more facilities within walking distance. For those considering renting a home in Hoogmade, it is wise to also compare the supply in those neighbouring communities.

Does renting in Hoogmade suit you as a tenant?

Hoogmade is most suitable for tenants who consciously choose a village environment far from urban hustle and bustle. Seniors and those aged 45 and over generally feel at home here, as do dual-income couples or families who prioritise peace and space over urban proximity and have a car available. Starters and young people looking for an apartment to rent or an affordable rental home with many facilities around the corner will find little choice in Hoogmade. The private sector supply is minimal and rental prices are around €1,950 per month. For social housing, there is a waiting list; registering with the regional housing association is the first step. As an alternative, it is also worth looking at the available owner-occupied homes in Hoogmade, because the buyer's market here is considerably larger than the rental market. More information about living and policy in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Kaag en Braassem.

What residents say about living in Hoogmade

Residents give Hoogmade high scores for peace, safety and greenery, but lower scores for accessibility and facilities. The village scores strongly if you value a safe, orderly living environment. One resident writes: "Hoogmade is a place where you can leave your door open in the evening. Everyone looks out for each other." The criticism almost always focuses on the same point: you are dependent on the car for everything. View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Hoogmade.

Compare rental properties in and around Hoogmade

If you are unsure whether Hoogmade is the right choice, it is a good idea to compare the supply in the area. In the Woubrugge district there are slightly more rental properties available and the WOZ values are on average slightly higher. Larger villages such as Roelofarendsveen or Leimuiden offer more available rental properties and a wider range of facilities, but less village peace. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also view the total supply of rental properties in Kaag en Braassem via the overview page of the municipality.