Rental homes in Horssen, Druten
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Renting in Horssen: a small private sector with above-average prices
Horssen is primarily an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 668 homes in this village, only 25% are in the rental sector, the majority of which (13%) are owned by a housing association. The private sector is therefore limited: the remaining landlords manage around 11% of the stock. Anyone looking for a rental home in Horssen outside the social housing sector will therefore pay a hefty price. Based on the past twelve months, rents in the private sector averaged €1,533 per month, with a range of €1,500 to €1,600. These figures are for the private sector, excluding social housing and excluding rooms. The WOZ value of homes in Horssen averages €417,000, well above the municipal average of €347,000 for Druten. This indicates that this is a relatively expensive housing market. For the most up-to-date rental prices and current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Horssen: village life between the Meuse and the river landscape
Horssen is a compact Gelderland village in the municipality of Druten, located in the river area between Nijmegen and Tiel. It has no shopping street, no station and no urban bustle. What it does have is peace, space and a close-knit community. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and families with children are the most common household type. This is reflected in the atmosphere: it is a village where people know each other, where children play outside and where a car is indispensable for daily errands.
On the neighbourhood page of Horssen you will find resident reviews and extensive neighbourhood data. Residents particularly appreciate the peace and green surroundings. A recurring theme in the reviews is the low traffic levels and the feeling of safety. At the same time, the limited accessibility without a car is often mentioned as a drawback: public transport is scarce, and for shops, schools and hospitals you rely on the car towards Druten, Nijmegen or Tiel. Anyone without a car or heavily dependent on public transport will experience this as a serious disadvantage.
In addition to the village centre, Horssen also consists of two smaller sub-areas. In Molenhoek you will find slightly more scattered housing on the edge of the village, while the area Verspreide huizen Horssen encompasses the rural area around the centre. Anyone considering renting a home in Horssen would do well to think about which part of the village they want to live in and what the distance to the nearest amenities is. The character differs per sub-area: the centre is slightly livelier and has a village square, the scattered housing is quieter and more rural.
Renting in Horssen: who is this village suitable for and who is it not?
A rental home in Horssen is best suited to people who consciously choose a quiet, rural living environment and are mobile with their own car. Families with children and those aged 45 and over generally feel at home here. For starters, students or people looking for a flat to rent in Horssen at a lower price level, the supply is limited and private sector rents are relatively high. Anyone considering buying here instead of renting can view the supply of homes for sale in Horssen. That segment is considerably larger and offers more choice.
Searching for rental homes in Horssen and surrounding area
The current rental supply in Horssen is limited. Via Buurtje.nl you can see at the top of this page how many rental homes in Horssen are currently available and what the average time to rent is. If you don't find anything suitable here, it is worth also looking at the centre of Druten, Afferden or Deest. For a more complete picture of all rental homes in the municipality, you can visit the page with rental homes in Druten.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a house in Horssen?
In the free sector (excluding social housing and rooms), the average rent in Horssen over the past year was €1,533 per month. The range was from €1,500 to €1,600 per month. This is based on a small sample of three rented properties, so individual properties may vary. Social housing through the housing association falls outside these figures.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Horssen?
Social housing in Horssen is rented out through the housing association active in the municipality of Druten. For current waiting times and registration options, you can contact the municipality via the Druten website (druten.nl) or directly with the relevant housing association. The housing association's property in Horssen accounts for approximately 13% of the housing stock, which amounts to a limited number of homes.
Is Horssen well accessible by public transport if you want to rent there?
Horssen does not have a train station and the bus service is limited. For daily amenities such as supermarkets, schools and hospitals, you are dependent on a car, heading towards Druten, Nijmegen or Tiel. Anyone considering renting a home in Horssen without a car should take this seriously. This is also frequently mentioned as a disadvantage by residents in reviews.
Are there apartments for rent in Horssen?
The supply for those looking to rent an apartment in Horssen is very limited. Horssen is a small village with predominantly ground-level homes. The free sector consists of a handful of properties per year. Those specifically looking for an apartment have a better chance in larger centres within the municipality, such as Druten itself.
How safe is it to live in Horssen?
Horssen is generally experienced by residents as quiet and safe. It is a small village with a close-knit community and little traffic nuisance. In the resident reviews on the neighbourhood page, the low crime rate and sense of social control are frequently mentioned positively. Hard crime figures per neighbourhood are available via the police map at neighbourhood level.
