Rental homes in Midden-Delfland
Looking for a rental property in Midden-Delfland? Check out the current listings below, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews per district.
Renting a home in Midden-Delfland: limited supply with hefty price tags
Midden-Delfland is a compact, green municipality between Delft, The Hague and Rotterdam. With only 26% rental properties in the total housing stock of over 8,000 homes, supply is limited. The majority, around 21%, is owned by housing associations. Only 5% falls under other landlords, meaning the private sector here is exceptionally small. In the past twelve months, only 11 homes were rented in the private sector (excluding social housing), at an average rent of €2,273 per month. The range ran from €1,155 to €3,500 per month, with an average floor area of 170 m². These are substantial amounts, but they often involve spacious family homes in the countryside. Check the top of this page for current daily prices and the latest listings.
The municipality consists of two village centres, Schipluiden and Maasland, surrounded by open polder landscape. You won't find large employers here directly, but the location makes it interesting for commuters. Delft and The Hague are within a quarter of an hour by car, and via the A4 and A20 you are quickly in Rotterdam. Public transport is a different story: accessibility scores a 6.5, the lowest of all categories in the resident rating of Midden-Delfland. There is no train station and you rely on bus routes towards Delft or Vlaardingen. A car is practically indispensable here.
Schipluiden or Maasland: where do you want to live?
Midden-Delfland has two distinctly different villages, each with its own character. Although the municipality is small, it does matter where you end up. Residents give the municipality as a whole an average of 7.9, but the scores per neighbourhood vary.
Schipluiden, the larger village with the best amenities
Schipluiden is the largest centre and the administrative heart of the municipality. Here you will find the town hall, primary schools, a GP, sports clubs and a modest shopping centre with a supermarket. Residents on Buurtje.nl give Schipluiden an 8.1 out of 10 based on three reviews. Particularly notable are the scores for safety (8.8) and education (8.7). One resident describes it as a village where you let your children play outside without worry. It is a typical family village: quiet, well-organised and with a close-knit community scoring 8.2. The downside is that the supply of rental homes is minimal. If you are looking for a rental home here, you need patience and quick action when something becomes available.
Maasland, village-like and a bit more secluded
Maasland lies further west, towards Vlaardingen and the Maas delta. The village is smaller and feels even more rural than Schipluiden. The Maasland neighbourhood scores a 7.0 based on one review. That is lower than Schipluiden, and residents specifically mention the limited amenities as a drawback. For daily groceries there is a small supermarket, but for more extensive shopping you need to go to Delft or Vlaardingen. The village does have a strong identity with its annual harvest festival and an active club life. For people who consciously choose peace and space, and are not afraid to take the car, Maasland could be a good fit.
Both villages score notably high on green space (8.8) and safety (8.8). That is no surprise: Midden-Delfland is essentially one large open polder landscape with cows, ditches and cycle paths. The Midden-Delfland area is a protected recreational area deliberately kept free from urbanisation. If you appreciate that, you will find something unique here so close to the Randstad. View all resident reviews and neighbourhood data for Midden-Delfland to get a complete picture.
Who is renting in Midden-Delfland suitable for, and who is it not?
Let's be honest: renting an apartment in Midden-Delfland is difficult. Supply in the private sector is minimal and prices are high. With an average of €2,273 per month, the market is mainly aimed at dual-income earners and families with above-average incomes. Starters or single people on an average salary cannot access the private sector here. For social housing you can register with the housing association, but waiting times are long, as in the whole of South Holland.
Midden-Delfland is particularly attractive for families seeking space and greenery within commuting distance of Delft, The Hague or Rotterdam. The average income of €41,800 and the high percentage of households with children (the largest group) confirm that picture. Do you have a car, work in the region and are you looking for a quiet place to raise your children? Then this is a serious option. If you are looking for a bustling city life, extensive dining options or good public transport, then you are in the wrong place. In that case, consider Capelle aan den IJssel or Alphen aan den Rijn for more urban alternatives. Those who prefer to buy in this municipality, which 74% of residents do, can look at homes for sale in Midden-Delfland. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Midden-Delfland.
View the current rental supply in Midden-Delfland
On Buurtje.nl we combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the area. Rental properties in Midden-Delfland are scarce, so it pays to also look in surrounding municipalities. For example, check the supply in Barendrecht, Albrandswaard or Bodegraven-Reeuwijk for similar green living environments. Or view the complete overview of the province of South Holland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Midden-Delfland?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,273 per month. The range ran from €1,155 to €3,500 per month, with an average floor area of 170 m². So these are often spacious family homes.
Which neighbourhoods in Midden-Delfland are the most popular for renting?
Midden-Delfland has two centres. Schipluiden scores an 8.1 from residents and offers the most amenities. Maasland scores a 7.0 and is smaller and more rural. For families with children, Schipluiden is the most practical choice due to the schools and shops.
How quickly are rental homes in Midden-Delfland let?
Supply in the free sector is very limited. In the past twelve months, only 11 homes were rented out. Renting a house in Midden-Delfland therefore requires patience and speed. Make sure your documents are ready and respond immediately when something comes online.
What is the difference between social housing and the free sector in Midden-Delfland?
About 21% of homes in Midden-Delfland are owned by housing corporations (social housing), with rents below the liberalisation threshold. This comes with income requirements and waiting times. The free sector (5% of the stock) has no income limit, but rents average around €2,273 per month.
Is Midden-Delfland well accessible by public transport?
Residents rate accessibility a 6.5 out of 10, the lowest score of all categories. There is no train station in the municipality. You rely on bus lines to Delft and Vlaardingen. A car is practically essential for living in Midden-Delfland.
Is Midden-Delfland a safe municipality to live in?
Yes, residents rate safety an 8.8 out of 10. It is a quiet, rural municipality with little nuisance. Both village centres, Schipluiden and Maasland, have a close-knit community where people look out for each other.
Can I find a rental home in Midden-Delfland as a starter?
That is difficult. The free sector, with prices starting at €1,155, is mainly aimed at higher incomes. For social housing, you can register with the housing corporation, but waiting times are long. Starters would do better to also look at surrounding municipalities with more supply, such as Capelle aan den IJssel or Alphen aan den Rijn.
We were immediately taken into the community
Auto-translated to English by AIVaried but generally good.. we have many loose dogs here, something needs to be done about that, but otherwise it's nice and the communication is okay. Also regarding public transport, there is room for improvement. Ground containers, who thought that a full rubbish bag barely fits through the flap? A national dilemma, but in a village in the municipality of Midden Delfland it's very annoying when the waste blows across the polder.
Auto-translated to English by AIGrew up in a warm environment
Auto-translated to English by AIDen Hoorn has been a village for centuries, since 1100 Den Hoorn has been a village; previously it fell under the municipality of Schipluiden and since the formation of the municipality of Midden-Delfland our village falls under that. Den Hoorn is still quite a bit larger than the indicated part on the map, with about 5 or 6 (for the local population) identifiable village parts/neighbourhoods.
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