Rental homes in Malden-Oost, Heumen

Rental prices and market figures Malden-Oost, Heumen

Malden-Oost is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 72% of the more than 2,795 homes are owned, while 28% are rented. Of that rental share, 19% is held by a housing association (social housing) and 9% belongs to the private sector or other landlords. This makes the supply of rental homes in Malden-Oost relatively scarce, especially in the private sector.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 8 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,399 per month. The range ran from €1,190 to €1,950 per month, with an average living area of 130 m². That works out to about €10.76 per m² per month. The average WOZ value in Malden-Oost is €374,000, which is slightly lower than the district average of Heumen (€392,000) and the municipal average (€396,000). Malden-Oost is therefore relatively affordable within the municipality, both in terms of purchase value and rental prices. By comparison, in the neighbouring municipality of Nijmegen, private sector rents for similar areas are generally higher. Check the current supply and daily rental prices at the top of this page.

Living in Malden-Oost, Heumen

Malden-Oost is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the eastern side of the village of Malden, on the border of the municipality of Heumen and close to the Rijk van Nijmegen. The neighbourhood has a clear post-war character: many homes date from the 1960s and 1970s and consist mainly of detached houses, semi-detached houses and terraced houses. Apartments are also present, but form a smaller fraction of the housing stock. Those looking to rent an apartment in Malden-Oost therefore have less choice than in more urban neighbourhoods.

The neighbourhood has a quiet, village-like character. Streets are wide, there is plenty of greenery and the building density is low. This makes Malden-Oost attractive for people seeking the peace of a village without being far from Nijmegen. Resident Raaf puts it aptly: "You have everything nearby, that's perfect." Another resident, Julian Thoonen, simply describes the neighbourhood as "beautiful".

Facilities in Malden-Oost

Malden-Oost scores an 8.7 for facilities in resident reviews, and for good reason. In and around the centre of Malden, several supermarkets are present, including an Albert Heijn and an Aldi, within cycling distance of most homes in the neighbourhood. For daily groceries, you hardly need to take the car. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including De Vlindertuin primary school and other schools in Malden itself. For secondary education, students rely on Nijmegen, about 10 kilometres away. In terms of sports, the neighbourhood offers access to football clubs, tennis courts and various recreational cycling and walking paths towards the Mookerheide and the Maas-Waalkanaal. Greenery scores an 8.7 among residents, reflecting the presence of nature in and around the neighbourhood. For specialist shops, catering and hospital care, Nijmegen is the designated destination.

Accessibility of Malden-Oost

Malden-Oost is easily accessible by car. The A73 is a short distance away and provides a quick connection to Nijmegen (about 10 minutes) and Venlo to the south. The A326 towards Wijchen is also quickly reachable. Parking is not a problem in the neighbourhood: most homes have their own parking space or driveway, and street parking is free. By public transport, bus lines run from Malden to Nijmegen Central, with a travel time of about 20 to 25 minutes. There is no own train station, but Nijmegen station is easily reachable by bus or bike. Cyclists have access to well-maintained cycle paths towards the centre of Malden and further to Nijmegen, a distance of about 10 kilometres. The accessibility score of 8.0 from residents aligns well with this. If you want to know how accessibility compares in the wider region, also check the supply in the Heumen district.

Compared to neighbourhood communities like Malden-West, Malden-Oost has a slightly quieter character with more greenery and less retail concentration right on your doorstep. Molenhoek and Kluis are smaller cores with an even more village-like character, but fewer facilities within walking distance. Those looking for more urban dynamics can also look at Overasselt or the broader supply of rental homes in the municipality of Heumen.

Does a rental home in Malden-Oost suit you as a tenant?

Malden-Oost is most suitable for people who appreciate peace, greenery and a village atmosphere, but at the same time want to be in Nijmegen quickly. The largest age group is 65-plus (nearly 1,800 residents), followed by the 45-65 group. That says something about the character of the neighbourhood: it is not a bustling student neighbourhood, but a stable, mature living environment. Families with children also find their place here, although the supply of rental houses is limited. Starters looking for an affordable rental home can find it here through social housing (housing association homes), but must take waiting lists into account. For the private sector, the average rent is €1,399 per month. Respond quickly to available rental homes, as supply is small. Prepare your documents (payslips, employer's statement) and also register with the local housing association for social housing. If renting is not financially viable, there are also homes for sale in Malden-Oost available, with an average WOZ value of €374,000. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Heumen.

What residents say about living in Malden-Oost

Malden-Oost receives an overall score of 8.1 out of 10, based on resident experiences. The highest scores go to safety (9.3) and greenery and facilities (both 8.7). These are remarkably strong figures. Community spirit scores the lowest at 6.7, which may indicate that residents have little trouble with each other, but also seek less active contact. Resident Raaf, who lived in Malden-Oost his whole life, describes the neighbourhood as "perfect in the epicentre of everything you need." View all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Malden-Oost.

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