Rental homes in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied, Opsterland

Rental prices and market figures Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied, Opsterland

Renting in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied is an exception to the rule. Of the 147 homes in this rural area, only 4% are for rent, amounting to a handful of rental properties. The remaining 96% are owner-occupied homes. There is no housing association stock in this neighbourhood: all rental properties are owned by private or other landlords, meaning you will only find properties in the free sector here. Social housing simply does not exist here.

The average WOZ value of homes in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied is €461,000, significantly higher than the neighbourhood average of Lippenhuizen (€357,000) and also well above the municipal average of Opsterland (€332,000). This difference reflects the character of this rural area: spacious, detached houses on larger plots, which also justify higher rents in the free sector. Current rental prices and the average time to let can be found at the top of this page, where the supply is updated daily. Also check the available supply of rental properties in Lippenhuizen if you want a broader picture of the rental market in the neighbourhood.

Living in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied, Opsterland

Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied is not a residential area in the classic sense. It is the open, rural area around the village of Lippenhuizen, in the green heart of the municipality of Opsterland. Think scattered buildings along lanes and polder roads, surrounded by meadows, forest edges and ditches. The homes are almost exclusively detached houses and farmhouses, many built or renovated in the second half of the twentieth century, but older properties also exist. Renting an apartment in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied is virtually impossible: the supply consists of ground-floor homes, usually with a garden and ample outdoor space.

With 370 inhabitants, this is one of the smallest neighbourhoods in Opsterland. The largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old, followed by those aged 65 and over. That says something about the character: this is not a neighbourhood for people seeking hustle and bustle and social dynamics, but for those who value peace, space and nature. Almost half of the households are married, and the proportion of households without children is strikingly high. The average income is €35,400 per year, slightly above the municipal average.

Facilities in and around Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied

Anyone wanting to live in this rural area must be realistic about facilities. There are no shops, schools or sports facilities in the rural area itself. The nearby village of Lippenhuizen offers limited basic facilities. For a supermarket, GP or secondary school, you will have to rely on Gorredijk, the largest village in the municipality a few kilometres away. Gorredijk has a Jumbo and a Plus, a broad secondary school and various sports clubs. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity can be found in Lippenhuizen-Kom and surrounding villages. Nature is the biggest asset: the Fochteloërveen, the Friese Wouden and extensive cycling and walking routes are literally on your doorstep.

Accessibility from Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied

A car is not a luxury but a necessity in this rural area. The N381 connects the region with Drachten to the north and Emmen to the south, and via the A7 you can reach Groningen or Leeuwarden in about 40 minutes. Bus connections are limited: bus line 43 runs via Lippenhuizen towards Gorredijk and Drachten, but the frequency is low and stops are not always close to scattered addresses in the rural area. The nearest train station is Gorredijk, part of the Westerlengte line towards Leeuwarden. Cycling is very feasible in this flat Frisian landscape: the village centre of Lippenhuizen is accessible by bike, and there are extensive recreational cycling routes. Parking is no problem at all: almost all homes have their own driveway or yard.

Residents most appreciate the peace and space. On the neighbourhood page of Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied you can read what people who live or have lived here say about it. One resident describes it as: "You really live out here, no neighbours within five metres, no street noise. But you have to choose it, because without a car you can't get anywhere." That sums it up well. Compared to Lippenhuizen-Kom, where the buildings are more concentrated and facilities closer, the rural area is much quieter and more self-contained. If you prefer to rent in a slightly livelier environment, you could also look at Gorredijk, the facility centre of the municipality.

Is a rental property in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied right for you?

This rural area is most suitable for tenants who consciously choose rural living: people in the 45-plus life stage, couples without children living at home, or people who work from home and make few daily trips. Starters and students who depend on public transport or seek an active social life in the neighbourhood will find it difficult here. The supply of available rental properties is limited, and properties are rented out in the free sector, which entails higher rents than in the social sector. Respond quickly if something becomes available for rent in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied: supply is scarce and the time to let can be short. If you have a larger budget or are considering buying, also check the homes for sale in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied as an alternative. For social housing in the region, you can register with housing association Actium, which is active in Opsterland, but Actium has no properties in this rural area itself.

What residents say about living in Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied

The resident reviews on Buurtje.nl show a consistent picture: high appreciation for peace, nature and the mutual involvement of the few neighbours. Points of criticism focus on the limited accessibility without a car and the almost complete lack of facilities within walking distance. One resident writes: "It's beautifully quiet here, the air is clean and you know your neighbours. But don't forget that you have to get in the car for everything." See all reviews and the full neighbourhood scores on the neighbourhood page of Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied. This kind of experience from real residents is not found anywhere else at neighbourhood level.

Comparing rental properties in and around Lippenhuizen-Buitengebied

If you are undecided between this rural area and other parts of the municipality, you have several options to compare. Beetsterzwaag offers a similar green character but with more facilities in the village itself. Bakkeveen is a forested option on the south side of the municipality. For a complete overview of all rental properties in Opsterland you can search at municipal level. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. More background on the neighbourhood can be found on the page of Lippenhuizen. For municipal information about permits, facilities and housing policy, we refer to the website of municipality Opsterland.