Rental homes in Indischewijk, Haarlem

Renting in Indischewijk: a third rental market in a predominantly owner-occupied district

Of the more than 4,000 homes in Indischewijk, about 33% are rental properties. That is less than in many other Haarlem districts. The majority of rental homes are owned by housing associations (20%), while private and commercial landlords account for around 13%. The average WOZ value is €477,000, just below the Haarlem average of €480,000, making the district relatively affordable compared to the municipality as a whole. In the free sector (excluding social housing and rooms), 42 homes were rented out in the past twelve months. The average rent was €1,964 per month, with an average floor area of 99 m². The range was wide: from €605 to €3,665 per month. For current rents and available properties, please consult the overview at the top of this page.

Those looking for a social rental home must rely on housing association properties. Are you already on the waiting list for a housing association home via the municipality of Haarlem? Then it is wise to keep track of your registration period, as waiting times in Haarlem are considerable. Those who do not want to or cannot wait quickly turn to the free sector, but must then take into account the prices mentioned above.

Indischewijk from the inside: a family district with a quiet but lively undertone

Indischewijk owes its name to streets named after former Dutch colonial territories: the Medanbuurt, the Soendabuurt, the Molukkenbuurt and the Nieuw-Guineabuurt. Those names sound exotic, but the district itself is down-to-earth and typically Haarlem: terraced houses from the early twentieth century, wide streets, plenty of greenery at street level, and a neighbourhood feel rarely found in new-build areas.

On the district page for Indischewijk, residents give the district an average score of 7.4 based on reviews. Accessibility scores highest with a 9.0, which makes sense: Haarlem Spaarnwoude station and several bus lines connect the district well with the centre and the rest of the region. Safety and community spirit both score 8.0. Residents describe the atmosphere as quiet without being boring. One reviewer writes along the lines of: the neighbourhood feels familiar, neighbours know each other, and you notice that many families live here who consciously chose this place. That picture matches the demographic data: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years, and households with children are the most common household type.

Residents are less enthusiastic about greenery (6.5) and housing (6.0). Greenery in the district exists but is limited to strips of parkland and small parks, not the extensive green areas found in districts like the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier. The low score for housing likely reflects the scarcity of available rental homes and the high prices in the free sector. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Indischewijk must act quickly when something becomes available. Amenities score 8.0, rightly so: along the Amsterdamsevaart and in the nearby Weltevredenbuurt, you will find supermarkets, primary schools and eateries within cycling distance.

Renting in Indischewijk: who is this best suited for?

Indischewijk mainly attracts young families and dual-income couples seeking peace without being far from the centre. With an average income of €41,200 and a labour participation rate of 71%, this is an active, working neighbourhood. Renting a house in Indischewijk in the free sector requires a substantial budget, given the average rent of nearly €2,000 per month. For starters with a smaller budget, the district is realistically difficult. Those considering staying here can also look at owner-occupied homes in Indischewijk, as 67% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. For those seeking more urban bustle, the Oude Stad or the Zijlwegkwartier are interesting alternatives.

Finding rental homes in Indischewijk: how to do it smartly

The supply of rental homes in Indischewijk changes quickly. At the top of this page, you can see how many homes are currently available and what the current average rent is. Buurtje.nl combines that current supply with resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect. Want to rent a home in a similar neighbourhood? Then also check the supply in the nearby Houtvaartkwartier or explore all rental homes in Haarlem for a broader overview.