Rental homes in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest, Almere

Rental prices and market figures for Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest, Almere

Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: of the 430 homes, only 7% are rented out, and there is no housing association property. All rental homes in this neighbourhood are owned by private or commercial landlords, which means you will only find properties in the free sector here. There are no social rented homes. Over the past twelve months, two homes were rented out in the free sector, with an average rent of €1,695 per month for an average floor area of 98 m². That works out at around €17.30 per m². The range was €1,695 to €1,695 per month, indicating that supply is limited and not very varied. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest is €400,000, slightly higher than the neighbourhood average of €370,000 for Muziekwijk Noord and also above the Almere average of €363,000. This higher price level is reflected in the rental prices. If you want to know which homes are currently for rent in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest, check the current overview at the top of this page.

Living in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest, Almere

Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest is a quiet, green neighbourhood in the northern part of Almere Stad, built in the 1980s and 1990s. The street names refer to musicians and composers, a recognisable feature of the entire Muziekwijk. The housing stock mainly consists of spacious single-family homes and semi-detached houses with gardens, interspersed with some terraced houses. There are hardly any apartments, which keeps the supply limited for tenants looking for an apartment to rent in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest. The neighbourhood has a strong family character: 48% of residents are married and the largest group consists of 45 to 65-year-olds. You can tell from the atmosphere: it is quiet, the streets are wide, there is plenty of greenery and social cohesion is relatively high.

Facilities in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest

The immediate living environment is green and quiet, but for daily shopping you rely on shopping centres in the area. The nearest shopping centre is Muziekwijk Shopping Centre at Koningin Julianaplein, within cycling distance. For a larger range, you can go to Kruidenwijk shopping centre or towards the centre of Almere Stad. Supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo are reachable within a few minutes by bike. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity serve the families in the neighbourhood well; Muziekwijk has several primary schools that also accommodate pupils from Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest. For secondary education, Almere Stad is well equipped. For sports, there is the nearby green zone along the Lage Vaart, popular with runners and cyclists. Sports clubs for football, tennis and hockey are accessible in adjacent neighbourhoods.

Accessibility

By car, Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest is well connected via the Hogering, the ring road that encircles Almere Stad. The A6 towards Amsterdam and Lelystad is reachable within ten minutes by car. Parking in this neighbourhood is usually free and without a permit requirement, which is a practical advantage compared to more urban neighbourhoods. By public transport, you travel via bus lines to Almere Centrum station, from where you can be in Amsterdam by train within twenty minutes. The cycling infrastructure in Almere is of a high standard; the centre of Almere Stad can be reached by bike in about ten to fifteen minutes via safe cycle paths. Compared to neighbourhoods such as Muziekwijk Noord-Midden or Muziekwijk Noord-Zuidwest, this part of the neighbourhood is slightly further from the main arteries, but the quieter character more than compensates for that for many residents.

On the neighbourhood page of Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest you will find resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood data. Residents appreciate the peace, space and green spaces. One resident writes: "It is wonderfully quiet here, the children play outside and you know your neighbours. You do need a car or bike for the city, but we gladly accept that." Criticism sometimes focuses on the limited walking distance to shops and the lack of hospitality venues in the immediate vicinity. If you are looking for a lively street scene, you will find it sooner in neighbourhoods such as Muziekwijk Noord-Noordoost or Muziekwijk Noord-Noord.

Does renting in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest suit you as a tenant?

Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest mainly attracts families and dual-income couples who seek peace and space over urban dynamics. The average income in the neighbourhood is €37,300 per year, slightly below the Almere average of €38,200, but house prices are higher. That makes rental homes in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest not the cheapest option financially. Starters with a limited budget will probably find better options elsewhere in Almere. Social housing is not available in this neighbourhood; if you want to qualify for it, you can register with housing association Ymere or De Alliantie, which are active in Almere, but be prepared for long waiting lists. The free sector supply is scarce: few rental houses become available. Respond quickly when something becomes available and make sure your documents are in order. As an alternative, the owner-occupied homes in Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest are worth considering, especially given the strong owner-occupied market in this neighbourhood.

What residents say about Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest

Residents of Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest are generally positive about the liveability and quiet atmosphere of their neighbourhood. The greenery and space in the streets are most often mentioned as a plus point. One resident describes it as follows: "We have lived here for more than ten years and have never regretted it. The neighbourhood is safe, clean and you really feel that people look out for each other." Residents are less enthusiastic about the limited shopping facilities within walking distance and the dependence on a bike or car for daily shopping. View all ratings and scores per category on the neighbourhood page of Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest.

Comparing rental homes in and around Muziekwijk Noord-Noordwest

Are you also considering other neighbourhoods? Within Muziekwijk Noord there are several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Muziekwijk Noord-Midden has a slightly more central location and possibly more supply. Also popular among tenants who want to live a bit more urban are De Werven and De Hoven, neighbourhoods in Almere with a different housing profile and sometimes more available rental homes. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so that as a tenant you get a complete picture of both the home and the neighbourhood. Want to know more about living in the municipality? Check the supply on the page for rental homes in Almere. For municipal information about facilities, permits and neighbourhood initiatives, you can also visit the website of Almere municipality.