Rental homes in Houten Noord-Oost, Houten

Renting in Houten Noord-Oost: a tight private sector with hefty prices

Houten Noord-Oost is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are balanced: 51% of homes are rental properties, 49% are owner-occupied. Notably, the vast majority of rental homes are owned by housing associations (44%), while private sector landlords manage only 8% of the stock. This makes the supply of rental properties in Houten Noord-Oost in the private sector limited. Over the past twelve months, 16 private sector homes were rented out, with an average rent of €1,805 per month and a range of €1,195 to €2,434 per month. The average floor area was 108 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For current rental prices and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

The WOZ value in Houten Noord-Oost averages €413,000, which is clearly below the municipal average of €503,000. This makes the neighbourhood relatively more affordable than other parts of Houten, although private sector rents are certainly not low. The average income of €38,300 is also below the municipal average of €43,500, indicating that the neighbourhood attracts a slightly different resident population than the more expensive owner-occupied areas in the municipality. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Houten Noord-Oost should be prepared for limited supply and relatively high monthly costs in the private sector.

Shopping centre around the corner, nature at your doorstep: the character of Houten Noord-Oost

Houten Noord-Oost scores a 7.7 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident reviews. The neighbourhood stands out with high scores for accessibility (8.7) and amenities (8.7), while safety (6.0) and beauty (6.7) are clearly lower. This pattern is also reflected in the reviews. Resident Clary describes it aptly: you are quickly in the centre of Houten, but also easily by train or car to Utrecht, Den Bosch and beyond. The nature in and around the neighbourhood is explicitly appreciated by her. This matches the location: Houten Noord-Oost borders green buffers and the cycling network for which Houten is known. Read more experiences and view all sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Houten Noord-Oost.

Resident Martine Mink has lived there for 24 years and loves the cosiness, but is honest about the downside: nuisance from fairs and events, litter, and rowdy youths who sometimes even clash with the police. This explains the lower safety score. The shopping centre that makes the neighbourhood so attractive for daily errands also attracts a crowd that does not always ensure peace. Renting above or near the shopping centre means liveliness, but also noise and bustle. If you are sensitive to that, it is better to look at quieter neighbourhoods such as Velden or the greener Weiden.

The neighbourhood has over 10,000 residents and the largest group is between 45 and 65 years old. There are also relatively many single-person households (1,800). The area has a mixed character: families, elderly people and singles live side by side. Neighbourhoods such as Gilden and Centrum Oost fall within Houten Noord-Oost and each have their own atmosphere. The schools score well (8.0) and accessibility is one of the neighbourhood's strongest assets: Houten train station is within cycling distance and the connection to the A27 and A12 makes the car also a good option. Want to know more about what the municipality has to offer? Also check the municipal information at houten.nl.

Renting in Houten Noord-Oost: who is this suitable for, and who not?

Renting a house in Houten Noord-Oost is attractive for singles and dual-income couples who want to live centrally with good connections to Utrecht, but without paying capital-city prices. Elderly people who want to be close to amenities will also find their place here. For families with young children seeking peace and space, the neighbourhood is less obvious, especially around the shopping centre. If you are looking for a social rental home, you should expect waiting times through the housing associations. Considering buying instead of renting? Then view the supply of homes for sale in Houten Noord-Oost as an alternative.

Current rental supply in Houten Noord-Oost and surrounding neighbourhoods

Buurtje.nl collects the current supply of rental homes in Houten Noord-Oost daily, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Because the private sector supply is limited, it is also worth looking at adjacent neighbourhoods. Also consider renting a home in Houten Noord-West, the quieter Houten Zuid-Oost or the more rural Houten Buitengebied. For a broader overview, you can also view all rental homes in Houten.