Rental homes in Kortenoord, Wageningen
View the current rental property listings in Kortenoord, Wageningen. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Kortenoord?
Kortenoord is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 66% of the housing stock is rental housing, and almost half of that (44%) is owned by a housing association. This makes the neighbourhood special within Wageningen, where the share of social housing is lower. The private sector is compact: in the past twelve months, only eight homes were rented out, at an average rent of €1,689 per month. The range ran from €1,310 to €2,195 per month, with an average floor area of 122 m². These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing and room rentals. At the top of this page you will always see the current daily price and the current supply.
The WOZ value in Kortenoord, at €270,000, is well below the Wageningen average of €347,000. This does not directly translate into lower rents in the private sector, because supply is scarce and demand is high. The average income of €26,700 is also well below the municipal average of €32,900, which is logical given the large share of students and starters. For many tenants in the private sector, this means that a rental home in Kortenoord takes a big bite out of the budget.
Young, mixed and full of development: this is how Kortenoord lives
Kortenoord is not an average Wageningen residential neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is relatively new, with many new-build homes from the past fifteen years, and you can tell from its appearance: sleek architecture, wide cycle paths and compact gardens. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old (1,950 out of 5,065 inhabitants), followed by a sizeable group of 15 to 25-year-olds (1,450). This gives the neighbourhood an energetic, young atmosphere. Almost 40% of households are single-person, which says a lot about the type of resident: students, PhD candidates and young professionals who work or study at Wageningen University.
On the neighbourhood page of Kortenoord you can read what residents themselves write. Strikingly, many people appreciate the peace and greenery, but are also honest about what is missing. One resident wrote: "The neighbourhood is beautifully laid out and you have quick access to the countryside, but for groceries you really have to go to the centre or the Tarthorst." That is a recurring point: Kortenoord has few facilities of its own. There is no supermarket in the neighbourhood itself, and you will only find catering or shops in the centre of Wageningen, about a ten-minute bike ride away. The area around Haarweg borders the university campus, which is convenient for those who work there. In the western part of Kortenoord you will find the newest homes, while the Marijkebuurt has a slightly older, more established appearance.
In terms of accessibility, Kortenoord is well situated for cyclists. Wageningen station no longer exists, so you are dependent on the bus towards Ede-Wageningen for the train. By car you are quickly on the A12. Gas consumption in the neighbourhood is remarkably low (390 m³), which fits with the new-build homes with good insulation. The municipality of Wageningen is focusing on sustainability; you can find more information about this on the municipality's website.
Is Kortenoord right for you as a tenant?
Renting a home in Kortenoord is especially interesting for young professionals, PhD candidates and couples without children who want to live close to the university. With 57% highly educated and a low average age, you will feel at home here if you are in a similar life stage. For families with older children, the neighbourhood is less obvious: there are limited facilities and secondary education is elsewhere in Wageningen. Those looking for an apartment to rent in Kortenoord will mainly find compact new-build apartments. If you are looking for more space or a garden, the supply is limited and you would be better off looking at De Weiden en Boomgaarden or De Horsten. Are you considering buying instead of renting? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Kortenoord, because with a WOZ value below the Wageningen average, buying can sometimes work out cheaper.
Searching for a rental home in Kortenoord: how it works
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental homes in Kortenoord, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. This way you can not only filter by price and floor area, but also read what it is really like to live there. Do you want to search more broadly? Then also check what is available in the whole of Wageningen, or look specifically at the supply in the Noordwest neighbourhood or the area around Wageningen University.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Kortenoord?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,689 per month, with a range of €1,310 to €2,195. This concerns properties averaging 122 m², excluding social housing and room rentals. Current rents may differ and are listed at the top of the page.
How long is the waiting time for a social housing property in Kortenoord?
Kortenoord has a large share of housing association properties (44% of the stock). The waiting time for social housing in Wageningen is managed by housing associations such as Idealis (for students) and De Woningstichting. Average waiting times vary, but expect several years for regular social housing. Students and PhD candidates often have shorter waiting times through Idealis.
Is Kortenoord a suitable neighbourhood to find a rental home as a starter?
Yes, Kortenoord attracts many starters and young professionals. The neighbourhood has relatively many new-build homes, a young resident profile, and is close to Wageningen University. However, supply in the private sector is limited (only eight rented properties in a year), so you need to respond quickly. Most tenants are single-person households.
Are there good bus connections from Kortenoord?
Wageningen does not have its own train station, so you rely on the bus. From Kortenoord, buses run towards Ede-Wageningen station, where you can transfer to trains to Utrecht and Arnhem. Travel time to the station is about 20 minutes by bus. By bike, you can get there in a quarter of an hour.
How energy-efficient are rental properties in Kortenoord?
Kortenoord scores well on energy consumption. The average gas consumption is only 390 m³ per year, which is well below the national average. This is due to the large share of new-build homes with good insulation. Renting an apartment in Kortenoord often means a favourable energy label and lower heating costs than in older Wageningen neighbourhoods.
