Rental homes in Oldambt

Renting in Oldambt: affordable living in East Groningen

The municipality of Oldambt, with nearly 19,000 homes, is one of the larger municipalities in East Groningen. Of the total housing stock, 36% are rental properties, the majority of which (26%) are owned by housing corporations such as Acantus. The remaining 10% falls under private landlords and the free sector. This means that the supply in the free sector is relatively limited, but prices are remarkably low compared to the rest of the Netherlands. In the past twelve months, 84 homes in the free sector have been rented out at an average rent of €1,105 per month, with a range of €300 to €1,750. The average floor area was 116 m², offering plenty of space for the money. Check the top of this page for the current daily price and available properties. Oldambt is not a municipality with major employers nearby, but Winschoten railway station provides a direct connection to the city of Groningen in about 40 minutes. The labour participation rate of 58% is below the national average, and the average income of €30,600 matches the affordable character of the region.

Neighbourhoods and villages: where do you want to live in Oldambt?

Oldambt is not a uniform municipality. It consists of the town of Winschoten and a series of smaller villages, each with its own character. The differences in atmosphere and appreciation are significant, so it pays to look carefully at where you end up. On the municipality page of Oldambt you will find all resident reviews together.

Winschoten: the centre of Oldambt

Winschoten is the main town and the only real town in the municipality. Here you will find most amenities: shops around the Oldambtplein, the railway station, a hospital and secondary schools. With a neighbourhood score of 7.5 based on 10 reviews, Winschoten scores solidly. Residents particularly appreciate the beauty of the centre and the available amenities, although some note that the range of shops has diminished in recent years. For those looking for a rental home with shops and public transport within walking distance, Winschoten is the logical choice. The majority of the free sector supply in Oldambt is concentrated here.

Scheemda-Heiligerlee: village living with a high rating

With a score of 8.9 out of 5 reviews, Scheemda-Heiligerlee is one of the best-rated neighbourhoods in the municipality. Residents mention the peace, greenery and strong sense of community. One reviewer writes that the village feels "small but complete", with a supermarket and primary school within easy reach. It is a neighbourhood for families and elderly people who consciously choose a quiet village life, a quarter of an hour's drive from Winschoten.

Midwolda: top rating on the Oldambtmeer

Midwolda scores the highest neighbourhood score in the municipality with 9.5, although this is based on just 1 review. The village lies on the Oldambtmeer and attracts people who love water, space and nature. The supply of rental homes here is very limited, but if something becomes available, it is worth responding quickly.

In addition, Westerlee is worth mentioning with a score of 8.3 out of 2 reviews. This small village west of Winschoten offers a rural environment with an active village life. Those looking for a bit more bustle can look at Finsterwolde (6.3 out of 8 reviews), a village with its own character and a notorious history as a "red village". The lower score is partly due to limited amenities and the distance to Winschoten. Drieborg scores the lowest with 4.9; residents cite the remote location and lack of basic amenities as drawbacks. For completeness: Beerta, Nieuweschans and Nieuwolda also have rental homes, each with its own village atmosphere.

For whom is renting a home in Oldambt a good choice?

Oldambt mainly attracts people who consciously choose space and affordability over urban hustle and bustle. With an average rent of €1,105 in the free sector for over 116 m², you get plenty of square metres for your money here. This makes it interesting for starters who cannot rent an affordable apartment in the Randstad, for pensioners (the 65-plus group here numbers over 10,000 residents) and for families who want a spacious home without sky-high housing costs. The municipality has many single-person households (7,305), which is also visible in the supply. Those who depend on social housing can register with housing corporation Acantus via the website of the municipality of Oldambt for more information about housing allocation. But let's be honest: employment opportunities in the region are limited and the education level, with 18% highly educated, is below the national average. If you depend on a large city for your work, you are reliant here on the car or the train towards Groningen. Prefer to buy a home? With an average WOZ value of €254,000, homes for sale in Oldambt are a feasible alternative for many people.

Searching for rental homes in Oldambt and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Oldambt, supplemented with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews so that you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. The municipality scores an average of 7.3 from residents. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in neighbouring municipalities Pekela, Stadskanaal or Midden-Groningen. Read more about the entire region on the page of the province of Groningen.