Rental homes in Huurlingsedam, Wijchen

Rental prices and market figures for Huurlingsedam, Wijchen

Huurlingsedam is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: only 26% of the 691 homes are for rent, while 74% are owner-occupied. Of the rental properties, 16% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 10% belong to other landlords (private sector). The average WOZ value in Huurlingsedam is €424,000, which is significantly above the district average of Wijchen kern (€345,000) and the municipal average of Wijchen (€357,000). This indicates that the quality of housing here is relatively high. Private sector rental prices are in line with this higher segment. At the top of this page, you can see the current average rental price and the current time on the market, as these figures are updated daily. Would you like to compare with the broader supply in the municipality? Then take a look at rental properties in Wijchen for a more complete picture of rental price levels in the region.

Living in Huurlingsedam, Wijchen

Huurlingsedam is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the edge of Wijchen kern, with a strong village character that does not immediately match the scale of a municipality like Wijchen. The neighbourhood has approximately 1,900 residents and a relatively young population structure: the largest group consists of 25- to 45-year-olds, and families with children are the most common household type. This is reflected in the streets: many ground-level homes, spacious gardens, little high-rise. The housing stock mainly consists of owner-occupied homes from the later twentieth century, with a mix of terraced houses and detached homes. The average household income of €43,300 per year is clearly above the municipal average of €36,500, reflecting the relatively affluent composition of the neighbourhood.

Facilities in Huurlingsedam

A notable plus point is that there is a primary school directly in the neighbourhood, which is a great advantage for families with young children. For daily groceries, you need to go a bit further, to the centre of Wijchen, where supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo can be found. This is easily doable by bike, but on foot it is a bit of a distance. Wijchen has a wide range of facilities with sports clubs, a swimming pool and various catering establishments, accessible from Huurlingsedam. The neighbourhood itself is green with plenty of play space and green strips, which is also reflected in the resident ratings: green scores a 9.5 in resident reviews. Want to know more about the municipality? On the website of the municipality of Wijchen you will find up-to-date information about facilities and municipal services.

Accessibility

The accessibility of Huurlingsedam is reasonable, although the neighbourhood is primarily geared towards cars and bicycles. By car, you can quickly reach the A326 towards Nijmegen via the N324, which is about ten to fifteen minutes away. 's-Hertogenbosch is reachable in about 45 minutes. Public transport is functional: there are bus lines to the centre of Wijchen and to Nijmegen station, but the frequency is limited compared to more urban areas. By bike, the centre of Wijchen can be reached in about ten minutes via well-maintained cycle paths. Parking is generally not a problem in the neighbourhood: there is sufficient space on private property or in public areas, without a permit requirement.

Residents appreciate the combination of peace and accessibility. One resident describes it as follows: "A quiet neighbourhood with many facilities in a well-accessible location, both public transport and shops, which are a bit further away." That fairly nuances the picture: it is not a neighbourhood where you have everything around the corner, but the balance between peace, space and accessibility is experienced as pleasant by residents. Read all experiences and scores on the neighbourhood page of Huurlingsedam.

Would you like to compare with neighbouring neighbourhoods? Saltshof is closer to the centre of Wijchen and has a slightly more urban character, while Lambrasse is a newer residential area with a different type of housing supply. Also Veenhof is an interesting comparison for those who want to rent in the vicinity of Wijchen kern.

Is renting in Huurlingsedam right for you?

Huurlingsedam is most suitable for families and dual-income couples looking for peace, space and greenery, but who want to live within driving distance of Nijmegen. Starters and students will find less supply here: the percentage of rental properties is low and the private sector segment is geared towards a higher income level. For social housing, you need to register with a housing association; it is realistic to expect waiting lists. Those considering buying can also look at owner-occupied homes in Huurlingsedam as an alternative. Available rental properties in a neighbourhood like this usually go quickly: prepare your documents (payslips, employer's statement) in time and respond quickly as soon as something becomes available for rent.

What residents say about Huurlingsedam

Huurlingsedam scores an 8.9 out of 10 based on resident reviews. The highest sub-scores are for green (9.5), housing (9.5), beauty (9.5) and education (9.5). Accessibility and community score slightly lower, but still an 8.0. One resident sums up the neighbourhood aptly: "A neighbourhood where old and young live together. It is a quiet neighbourhood with many facilities in a well-accessible location. A district with lots of greenery. All in all, a beautiful and pleasant district to live in." (AvdV, 8.9/10). View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Huurlingsedam.

Compare rental properties in and around Huurlingsedam

Huurlingsedam is one of the quieter residential neighbourhoods within Wijchen kern. Those who want to live more urban or are looking for a larger supply of rental properties can also look at rental properties in Wijchen kern or further in the municipality via the overview of rental properties in Wijchen. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only see what is for rent, but also understand what kind of neighbourhood you are moving into. This makes it easier to compare whether renting in Huurlingsedam suits your wishes, or whether a neighbourhood like Woezik or Wijchen buitengebied is a better fit.