Rental homes in Houten Buitengebied, Houten
Looking for a rental property in Houten Buitengebied? Check the current listings on this page and discover what this rural area has to offer.
Renting in Houten Buitengebied: a small private sector with significant price differences
Houten Buitengebied is not your average residential area. With only 192 homes and 515 residents, it is a sparsely populated rural area where owner-occupancy is the norm: 61% of homes are owner-occupied. Of the remaining 39% rental properties, almost all are in the hands of private landlords, as social housing is virtually absent here (only 1%). Social tenants therefore have little chance here.
In the private sector, seven homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,586 per month for an average floor area of 87 m². The range runs from €550 to €3,300 per month, indicating that the supply varies widely: from a modest home to a spacious detached rental property in the countryside. The WOZ value of €705,000 is well above the municipal average of €503,000, underscoring the more exclusive nature of this area. See the current supply and the most recent average rent at the top of this page.
Living outside in the municipality of Houten: green, quiet and far from the hustle and bustle
Those who live in Houten Buitengebied consciously choose distance. Not from the city, because Utrecht is easily accessible via the A27 and Houten station, but from the hustle and bustle of everyday residential areas. The rural area consists of scattered buildings, agricultural plots and small hamlets. There are no supermarkets around the corner, no community centres and no school playgrounds within walking distance. That is precisely what appeals to many residents here, but it is also the first thing you must accept if you are considering renting a home here.
On the neighbourhood page of Houten Buitengebied, residents share their experiences in reviews. The tone is predominantly positive about the peace and space, but more critical about the dependence on the car. One resident writes that without a driving licence you simply cannot function well in this area. Doing groceries, taking children to school, everything requires a drive. That is not a problem for most residents here, because the largest age group is 65-plus (140 of the 515 residents), followed by 45-65 year olds. They are predominantly people who have consciously chosen this life outside the built-up area.
The rural area is divided into several sub-areas. For example, you can specifically search for a home in Buitengebied Houten Oost or in the more westerly Buitengebied Houten West, each with its own character. The hamlet Hof van Wulven also falls under this area and attracts people looking for a combination of rurality and a certain close-knit community. Read more about the atmosphere and see reviews from residents in Houten Buitengebied for an honest picture of daily life here.
Renting in the rural area: for whom does this work, and for whom not?
Renting in Houten Buitengebied is most suitable for people who consciously choose space, nature and peace, and who are mobile. Think of families with a car, older couples leaving the hustle and bustle of the city behind, or dual-income earners working from home. For starters or people dependent on public transport, this area is less practical. Also, those looking for social housing are in the wrong place. Consider the broader housing market in rental homes in Houten, or view the supply of homes for sale in Houten Buitengebied if you want to put down roots here.
Current rental supply in Houten Buitengebied and surrounding neighbourhoods
The supply of rental homes in Houten Buitengebied is limited and changes regularly. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you can assess a home in the context of the neighbourhood. Is there little for rent in this rural area? Then also check the supply in adjacent residential areas such as Houten Noord-Oost, Houten Zuid-Oost or the rural 't Goy. More general information about living and amenities can be found on the website of the municipality of Houten.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental home in Houten Buitengebied?
In the private sector, an average rent of €1,586 per month was recorded over the past twelve months, with an average living area of 87 m². Prices ranged from €550 to €3,300 per month, depending on the type and size of the property. There are virtually no social housing units available in this area.
Is social housing available if I want to rent a home in Houten Buitengebied?
Hardly. Only 1% of the housing stock in Houten Buitengebied is owned by a housing association. Those looking for a social rental home would be better off looking at the broader supply within the municipality of Houten, where housing associations play a larger role. Keep in mind that waiting times may also apply there.
How accessible is Houten Buitengebied if you rent a house there?
Accessibility by car is reasonably good: via the A27 and provincial roads you quickly reach Houten station or the motorway towards Utrecht. However, public transport is limited in this rural area, and without a car, daily life is difficult to organise. Residents indicate that having your own transport is almost indispensable.
Are there schools or facilities nearby if I rent an apartment in Houten Buitengebied?
The rural area itself has no schools, supermarkets or other daily facilities. These can be found in the centre of Houten, a few kilometres away. Families with children typically drive to the nearest primary school in one of the adjacent residential neighbourhoods. This is a conscious trade-off that comes with living in a rural area.
Who is renting in Houten Buitengebied most suitable for?
Renting in Houten Buitengebied is best suited for people who consciously choose peace, space and a green environment, and who are mobile with their own car. The largest resident group consists of over-65s and 45-65 year olds. Starters, people without a driving licence or those dependent on urban amenities will feel less at home here.
