Rental homes in Jekerdal, Maastricht

Rental prices and market figures for Jekerdal, Maastricht

Jekerdal is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 74% of homes are owned, while only 25% are rented. Of those rental properties, 14% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 11% belong to other landlords (private sector). The supply of rental homes in Jekerdal is therefore limited, especially in the private sector.

The average WOZ value in Jekerdal is €497,000, which is higher than the average for the Buitenwijk Zuidwest district (€482,000) and well above the municipal average for Maastricht (€302,000). This price level is also reflected in the rental market.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 14 homes were rented out in Jekerdal over the past twelve months, at an average rent of €1,972 per month. The range runs from €800 to €2,500 per month, with an average living area of 114 m². That works out at around €17.30 per m² per month, making Jekerdal one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in the region. For the current supply and daily averages, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Jekerdal, Maastricht

Jekerdal is a quiet, green suburb on the southwestern side of Maastricht, nestled between the Jekerdal nature reserve and the higher slopes of the Maas valley. The neighbourhood takes its name from the Jeker, the small river that winds through the valley and leaves a characteristic mark on the area. Anyone considering renting a home in Jekerdal is choosing a neighbourhood with a village character just a stone's throw from the city.

The housing stock consists mainly of detached and semi-detached houses from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by a few villa-like properties. Apartment blocks or high-rise buildings are almost entirely absent, giving the neighbourhood a quiet, low-rise character. The average WOZ value of nearly half a million euros says enough about the segment: this is not a starter neighbourhood.

Facilities in Jekerdal

Jekerdal itself has few daily facilities within its boundaries. For groceries, you drive or cycle to the nearby Albert Heijn or Jumbo in Wolder or Sint Pieter. Primary schools can be found in the adjacent neighbourhoods; most children in Jekerdal attend schools in Sint Pieter or Maastricht city centre. For sports, the location is actually a plus: the Jekerdal area itself offers extensive walking and mountain biking routes, and Maastricht's sports clubs in the vicinity are easily accessible. For shops, restaurants and healthcare facilities, you rely on the city centre or the shopping streets in neighbouring districts.

Accessibility of Jekerdal

By car, Jekerdal is easily accessible via the N278, with a direct connection to the A2 and A79. Liège is about a 25-minute drive away, Maastricht city centre 10 minutes. By bike, you can reach the city centre in a quarter of an hour via the Luikerweg or the routes along the Jeker. Public transport is more limited: bus line 57 (towards the centre and Maastricht station) runs through the neighbourhood, but the frequency is lower than in more urban areas. Parking in Jekerdal is largely free and without a permit requirement, which is a clear advantage for car drivers compared to the busier city districts.

Atmosphere and residents

The neighbourhood has around 1,220 residents, with a clear overrepresentation of the 45-65 age group (395 people) and a significant number of over-65s (285). That says something about the character of Jekerdal: this is an established neighbourhood where people stay for a long time. The proportion of single-person households is relatively low compared to the Maastricht average, and 40% of residents are married. The average income is €49,200, which is above the municipal average. Sixty per cent of residents have a high level of education.

On the Jekerdal neighbourhood page you can read what residents themselves say. A common sentiment: "The peace and greenery make Jekerdal unique for a Maastricht neighbourhood, but for daily shopping you're always a bit of a way off." That sums up the atmosphere well: nature and space are the trump cards, convenience is less of a given.

Compared to neighbouring communities such as Sint Pieter, which has a similar green character but slightly more facilities, or the more village-like Villapark, Jekerdal positions itself as the most rural and quiet option of the three. If you're looking for more urbanity, you could also look at the supply in the rest of Buitenwijk Zuidwest.

Is renting in Jekerdal right for you?

Jekerdal is most suitable for tenants who consciously choose peace, space and nature, and who accept the limited daily facilities as a contributing factor. Families and couples aged 40-plus generally feel most at home here. Students, starters and tenants on a tight budget will find little suitable supply in Jekerdal: private sector rents average nearly €2,000 per month, and the social housing stock is small. For social housing, you can register with Woonpunt or Maasvallei, the two largest housing associations in the Maastricht region, but expect significant waiting times. If you want to search more flexibly, you can also look at the broader supply of rental homes in Maastricht. If renting is not financially feasible in this segment, it is worth also looking at the supply of homes for sale in Jekerdal, although purchase prices here are correspondingly high.

What residents say about Jekerdal

Residents particularly appreciate Jekerdal for its green location, the peace and the space the neighbourhood offers compared to the rest of Maastricht. The proximity of the Jekerdal nature reserve is repeatedly mentioned as a major plus. Residents are more critical about the accessibility by public transport and the lack of daily facilities within walking distance. One resident puts it aptly: "You live here as if you're outside the city, but Maastricht is just around the corner. That's exactly why we stayed here." See all experiences and scores on Jekerdal on Buurtje.nl.

Similar neighbourhoods for renters around Jekerdal

If you're undecided between Jekerdal and surrounding neighbourhoods, you have a few good alternatives. Sint Pieter offers a similar green character but has slightly more facilities and a more historic village feel. Campagne is more rural and has an even lower level of facilities. For tenants who want to combine more urbanity with a green living environment, it is also worth looking at supply in Maastricht city centre or Buitenwijk West. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you can compare neighbourhoods side by side before responding to a property. More information about the municipality can also be found on the Maastricht municipality website. Also check the available rental homes in Wolder or Biesland if you find the southwestern side of Maastricht attractive but want more choice.