Rental homes in Katwijk Noord, Katwijk
Looking for a rental property in Katwijk Noord? Check the current listings at the top of this page, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data.
Renting in Katwijk Noord: a tight private sector with housing association dominance
Katwijk Noord has 5,824 homes, 39% of which are rental properties. The vast majority of those rental homes are owned by housing associations: 36% of the total housing stock is in the hands of housing associations, while only 4% is with other landlords. The private sector is therefore limited here. If you are looking for a rental home in Katwijk Noord outside the social sector, you paid an average of €1,439 per month over the past year, with a range of €941 to €2,607 per month. These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing and rooms. Note: only 4 private sector homes were rented out during that period, making the figures sensitive to outliers. Current availability and daily prices can be found at the top of this page. The average WOZ value in Katwijk Noord is €363,000, significantly lower than the municipal average of €419,000 for Katwijk as a whole. This reflects the relatively large share of social housing and some older owner-occupied homes in the neighbourhood.
Katwijk Noord: diversity along the Rhine, with a friendly neighbourhood feel
Katwijk Noord has a very distinct character. It is not a trendy city neighbourhood, but neither is it a boring suburb. Residents describe it as relaxed and friendly, a place where people know each other and are there for one another. On the neighbourhood page for Katwijk Noord, residents give the neighbourhood an 8.0 for sense of community, the highest sub-score. The overall score is 7.7 out of 10, based on 20 reviews.
Ada van Duijvenboden puts it aptly: her flat has a beautiful view over the Rhine, boats moor nearby, and on the street you see people of all nationalities, young and old. She left her car window open all night and nothing happened. That says something about the safety, which is rated at 7.8. Pauline Hoppe, who enjoys living there, simply calls the neighbourhood cosy, helpful and friendly. No big words, but consistently positive. The proximity of the greenery along the Rhine, the boats, the cyclists – that is what sets the neighbourhood apart from other parts of Katwijk.
Accessibility scores slightly lower at 7.3. Katwijk Noord does not have its own train station; for public transport you rely on bus connections to Leiden or Alphen aan den Rijn. By car, the A44 is reasonably accessible. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own atmosphere. For example, you can also look at Rijnsoever-Noord or the adjacent Rijnsoever-West for rental homes in Katwijk Noord. Amenities such as shops and schools both score 7.5, meaning the basic facilities are present but for more specialised shops or amenities you still need to go to the centre of Katwijk aan den Rijn or Katwijk aan Zee.
Renting in Katwijk Noord: who is this suitable for, and who is it not?
Katwijk Noord is a family neighbourhood. With 2,190 households with children as the largest group and 44% married residents, this is clearly not a student area. The average income of €33,800 is below the municipal average, which fits with the large share of social housing. If you are considering renting a flat in Katwijk Noord in the private sector, you should expect limited supply and prices that quickly rise. For those who prefer to buy: check out the listings for sale in Katwijk Noord as an alternative. The neighbourhood is less suitable for those who depend on public transport or are looking for a lively nightlife scene.
Find current rental listings in Katwijk Noord
At the top of this page you will see the current rental listings in Katwijk Noord, including average rent and time on market. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect. Want to search more broadly? Also check out the listings in Hoornes-Oost, nearby Rijnsburg or view all rental homes in Katwijk for a complete overview. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Katwijk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Katwijk Noord?
In the free sector, an average of €1,439 per month was paid for a rental property in Katwijk Noord over the past year. The range varied from €941 to €2,607 per month. These are annual averages excluding social housing and rooms. The free sector supply is limited; most rental properties in the neighbourhood are social housing through a housing association.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Katwijk Noord?
The waiting time for a social housing property in Katwijk Noord varies by property type and registration duration. Katwijk Noord has a relatively large housing association stock (36% of the housing stock), but demand is high. For current waiting times, you can contact the housing associations active in the region or visit the website of the municipality of Katwijk at katwijk.nl.
Is Katwijk Noord a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents rate safety in Katwijk Noord at 7.8 out of 10. In reviews, residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet and safe in practice. The sense of community scores even higher at 8.0, indicating a neighbourhood where people know each other. The overall resident score stands at 7.7 out of 10, based on 20 reviews.
How accessible is Katwijk Noord for commuters?
Katwijk Noord does not have its own train station. Commuters rely on bus connections to Leiden or Alphen aan den Rijn, or the car via the A44. Residents give accessibility a 7.3 out of 10, which is the lowest sub-score for the neighbourhood. Those who commute daily and depend on public transport should take this into account when choosing a rental property in Katwijk Noord.
Are there good schools nearby for families renting a home in Katwijk Noord?
Katwijk Noord is a family neighbourhood with over 2,330 children aged 0 to 15. Residents rate education at 7.5 out of 10, indicating that the basic provision is adequate. For secondary education or specialised schools, residents sometimes need to look to neighbouring towns. The municipality of Katwijk provides an overview of schools in the region on its website.
Cosy, friendly and relaxed
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is very diverse, all kinds of people from all countries who were once brought together in Katwijk. It is number one, a very safe neighbourhood; I forgot to close my car window, it was open all night and really nothing happened. Whichever window I look out of, everywhere green, the diversity of birds is enormous. I look out over the Rhine, surrounded by greenery and especially on summer days lots of boats and picnic spots, some you have to make yourself but there are also plenty of benches. I always said I would never want to live here, my husband thought this spot was meant for us and within a month we had the certainty that we could live here. WONDERFUL,
Auto-translated to English by AIOur flat is nicely laid out, a safe feeling, beautiful view over the Rhine, people always cycling by, boats mooring and all kinds of cultures and people of all colours, young and old. Shops in the neighbourhood, chats with neighbours and also helpful to each other, very nice. Our house has a wide balcony that spans two rooms, so quite a lot of outdoor space. Sometimes the rubbish container is full and it does happen that a bag is left, but that probably happens everywhere. And because many boats moor and sail away again, there is often litter along the waterfront.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, helpful and friendly
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Auto-translated to English by AIAlways cosy, people are there for you
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living in this neighbourhood with great pleasure for years
Auto-translated to English by AINice and beautiful surroundings
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