Rental homes in Molenwijk, Haarlem

Renting in Molenwijk: housing association properties dominate, private sector is scarce

Of the more than 3,900 homes in Molenwijk, 44% are rental properties. The vast majority of these are owned by housing associations: 38% of the total housing stock is social housing, while only 6% is owned by other landlords. So anyone looking for a rental home in Molenwijk outside the social sector has little choice. This is reflected in the figures: in the private sector (excluding social housing), 17 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,880 per month and a range of €1,390 to €2,350 per month. The average floor area was 110 m². For current availability and daily prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

The average WOZ value in Molenwijk is €362,000, significantly lower than the municipal average of €480,000 in Haarlem. The average income (€36,200 compared to €42,900 city-wide) is also below the Haarlem average. This makes Molenwijk relatively accessible, but the private sector is not a cheap option here either. If you are considering buying instead of renting, you can view the homes for sale in Molenwijk as an alternative.

Molenwijk: lots of green space, good amenities, but not uniformly well-maintained

Molenwijk scores a 7.6 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident reviews. That is a fair score for a neighbourhood that clearly has two faces. The highest sub-scores are for amenities (9.0) and green space (8.7), and that is exactly what residents mention. Jans writes about "quiet and beautiful living, lots of green space and good social contacts" and gives the neighbourhood an 8.9. Samantha, who recently moved to the neighbourhood, is also positive: she experiences the area as tidy, with friendly neighbours and many children in the vicinity. Accessibility scores a 7.7, which is reasonable for a suburb of Haarlem.

But not everyone is enthusiastic. Another resident gives the neighbourhood a 5.9 and describes it as outdated, with litter on the streets and flats that don't look nice. That picture fits a neighbourhood where housing association ownership is high and the buildings largely date from the 1970s and 1980s. Safety scores a 7.3, community a 7.0, and beauty a 7.0. Not bad scores, but they indicate room for improvement. Read all resident experiences on the Molenwijk neighbourhood page for a complete picture.

Molenwijk consists of several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. If you like quiet and green, you might look towards Molenplas or Hondsbos-Dever. More urban-oriented? Then it is worth also looking at the Waddenbuurt. The amenities in the neighbourhood are well in order, with shops and schools within easy reach. Schools score an 8.0 in resident reviews, which is relevant for families. The largest age group in Molenwijk is 45 to 65 years (over 2,100 residents), but the 65-plus group is also large. The proportion of families with children is present, but the neighbourhood has a clearly ageing profile.

Renting in Molenwijk: who is this suitable for and who is it not?

Molenwijk is interesting for renters who prefer space and green surroundings over a central location, and who are not dependent on a bustling city centre within walking distance. Families looking for a rental home with more square metres at a slightly more affordable price than in neighbourhoods like the Oude Stad or the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier can find something here. If you are considering renting a flat in Molenwijk through the social sector, you must take waiting times into account. For starters or singles looking for something quickly in the private sector, the supply is limited. In that case, nearby neighbourhoods such as Zijlwegkwartier might be a better option.

Finding rental homes in Molenwijk: how to do it smartly

On this page, via Buurtje.nl, you will find the current rental supply in Molenwijk, filtered by price, floor area and energy label. Want to search more broadly? Then view all rental homes in Haarlem or explore neighbourhoods like Ellertsveld and De Burgen for a targeted search. More information about living and amenities in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlem.