Rental homes in Marijkebuurt, Wageningen

Rental prices and market figures for Marijkebuurt, Wageningen

Marijkebuurt is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: no less than 94% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, of which 93% is owned by a housing corporation. This makes it one of the most socially oriented neighbourhoods in Wageningen. The average WOZ value is €64,000, which is dramatically lower than the district average of Kortenoord (€270,000) and the municipal average of Wageningen (€347,000). This difference reflects the type of home ownership: corporation homes are not valued at market value and are generally smaller in size.

Because the vast majority of the housing stock consists of social housing, the free-sector supply in Marijkebuurt is limited. For current rental prices in the free sector, the average monthly rent and the average time to let, you can refer to the overview at the top of this page. For comparison, in the wider municipality you can look at rental properties in Wageningen for an idea of what the free sector in the city asks. Want to know if buying is an option? Then also check out the homes for sale in Marijkebuurt, although the supply is minimal at 6% owner-occupied homes.

Living in Marijkebuurt, Wageningen

Marijkebuurt is located in the Kortenoord district, in the southeast of Wageningen. It is a compact, sober neighbourhood built in the 1960s and 1970s as part of the post-war expansion of the city. The buildings largely consist of porch flats and gallery flats of two to four storeys, supplemented by a limited number of single-family homes. The architecture is functional, not decorative. Anyone looking for a rental home here will not find charming city streets, but affordable living space within cycling distance of the city centre and the university.

The neighbourhood has around 405 residents, of whom more than half (220 people) are between 15 and 25 years old. This dominance of young residents is no coincidence: Marijkebuurt is used by Wageningen UR and student housing providers as a residential location for students. This strongly colours the character of the neighbourhood: it is lively at certain times, but also variable in social cohesion. The average income is €16,900, well below the Wageningen average of €32,900, which fits a neighbourhood full of students and young people with a part-time job or benefits.

Facilities in Marijkebuurt

The immediate density of facilities in Marijkebuurt itself is limited, but Wageningen, as a compact city, has the advantage that everything is close by. By bike you can reach the Albert Heijn and Jumbo on the Nude or the city centre around the Hoogstraat in less than ten minutes. So you don't have to go far from the neighbourhood for daily groceries. Primary schools in the vicinity can be found in Kortenoord, among others; the Wageningen University campus is about two kilometres away. Sports facilities are available through the associations affiliated with the campus and via the De Bongerd swimming pool on the Bornsesteeg. Parks and greenery are present in the form of gardens around the apartment blocks and the nearby Wageningse Berg.

Accessibility

Wageningen does not have its own train station. The nearest station is Ede-Wageningen, about four kilometres from Marijkebuurt. Bus line 88 connects the neighbourhood to this station and to the centre of Wageningen. For students and residents without a car, the bicycle is the dominant mode of transport, which fits the character of the city. By car, the A12 is accessible via Ede, about ten minutes away. Arnhem is about twenty minutes away, Utrecht three-quarters of an hour. Parking in the neighbourhood is largely free, although it can be tight in the narrower streets around the flats.

Living in Marijkebuurt means choosing low housing costs and proximity to the university, but also accepting that the housing quality and appearance of the neighbourhood are modest. On the neighbourhood page of Marijkebuurt you will find resident reviews and neighbourhood data that give an honest picture of what residents appreciate and what they miss. A recurring theme in the reviews is the peace in the neighbourhood itself combined with the central location: "You live simply but you have everything you need within reach, and the rent is manageable" is the sentiment many residents describe.

Compared to neighbouring communities such as Kortenoord-West and Kortenoord-Oost, Marijkebuurt is more compact and even more focused on student housing. Kortenoord-West has a bit more variety in housing types and a slightly higher WOZ value. Haarweg also offers rental opportunities in the same district, with a slightly different profile.

Is renting in Marijkebuurt right for you?

Marijkebuurt is primarily a neighbourhood for students and young singles. With 320 single-person households out of 354 homes and a labour participation rate of 40%, this is not a neighbourhood for families with children or dual-income couples seeking space and quiet. If you are considering renting an affordable apartment in Marijkebuurt and are studying at Wageningen UR, you are logistically well placed here. For social housing, you need to register with a housing corporation; waiting lists in Wageningen can be long. Respond quickly to available rental properties as soon as they become available, because the time to let in popular student cities is short. Do you have a family or are you looking for more space? Then renting a home in another district of Wageningen is probably a better match. For that, check the supply in districts such as De Weiden en Boomgaarden or De Horsten.

What residents say about living in Marijkebuurt

Residents appreciate Marijkebuurt mainly for its affordability and its location relative to the university and the city centre. The scores on liveability and facilities are reasonable, although the outdated flats and the variable maintenance of public spaces are often mentioned as a downside. One resident puts it aptly: "It's not a beautiful neighbourhood, but it's functional and the neighbours are friendly. For a student, it's fine." Want to read all the reviews and see how the neighbourhood scores on safety, greenery and atmosphere? Then check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Marijkebuurt for a complete picture.

Compare rental properties in and around Marijkebuurt

Looking for a rental home in Wageningen but also want to compare other options? Besides Marijkebuurt, you can find rental properties in Kortenoord with a broader range of housing types. For an overview of the full supply in the city, including districts with more family homes and higher incomes, the municipal page with rental properties in Wageningen offers a good starting point. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the neighbourhood. Want to know more about the municipality? Official information can be found at wageningen.nl.