Rental homes in Oosterstraat, Deventer

Rental prices and market figures for Oosterstraat, Deventer

Of the approximately 912 homes in the Oosterstraat neighbourhood, 45% are rented out, amounting to over 410 rental properties. This is a considerable share, partly because housing associations own 25% of the stock. The remaining 20% is owned by private and commercial landlords. If you are looking for a social rental home, you can register with a housing association such as Rentree, the main association active in Deventer.

In the free sector (excluding social housing), four homes were rented out in the past twelve months at an average rent of €1,158 per month, with a range of €1,150 to €1,165 per month. These are explicitly free-sector homes; social housing rents are typically much lower. Surface area data is missing for this period, so a price per m² cannot be calculated.

The average WOZ value in Oosterstraat is €250,000. That is lower than the district average of Voorstad (€264,000) and clearly lower than the Deventer average of €324,000. The neighbourhood is therefore relatively affordable compared to the rest of Deventer. For current rental prices and the daily supply of available rental homes, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Oosterstraat, Deventer

The Oosterstraat neighbourhood is located in the Voorstad district, just outside the historic city centre of Deventer. It is a mixed, urban neighbourhood with a distinct character: densely built, with many porch flats and post-war family homes, interspersed with older buildings along the main streets. The atmosphere is lively but not busy. You live here within walking distance of the city centre without the hustle and parking pressure of the centre itself.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

You can do your daily shopping in the immediate vicinity. Along the Oosterstraat and adjacent streets, several supermarkets and neighbourhood shops are accessible, and the shopping centre of Deventer city centre is just a ten-minute bike ride away. For school-age children, there are primary schools in the area; for secondary education, you can find schools in the neighbouring districts or the centre. You can be active in sports at various clubs in Voorstad and the surrounding area, and the Worpplantsoen and the IJssel banks offer green relaxation at a short distance. Hospitality and small shops are well represented along the Oosterstraat itself, giving the neighbourhood a certain liveliness at street level.

Accessibility

Deventer station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters heading to Zutphen, Apeldoorn or Zwolle. Several bus lines run through or along the district, with good connections to the centre and other parts of the city. By car, you can quickly reach the A1 (towards Amsterdam or Apeldoorn) or the A348 via Deventer's main roads. Parking on the streets around Oosterstraat requires a permit in some areas; check the parking zones in advance if you have a car. By bike, you are in the centre in five to seven minutes, which is the preferred mode for many residents.

What residents appreciate

Residents particularly appreciate the central location and the mix of tranquillity and liveliness. One resident describes it as: "You live close to everything here without feeling like you're in the centre. The neighbourhood has character." Recurring criticisms are parking and traffic pressure on the main streets during rush hour. See all experiences and scores on the Oosterstraat neighbourhood page.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Burgemeestersbuurt and Oudegoedstraat, the Oosterstraat neighbourhood has a somewhat more varied streetscape but a similar location and price range. The Rode Dorp has a quieter, more village-like character and therefore appeals to a different tenant.

Is renting in Oosterstraat right for you?

The neighbourhood attracts many single-person households (690 of the approximately 1,000 households) and young adults between 25 and 45 years old. This makes Oosterstraat a logical choice for starters and young professionals looking for a rental home with good connections to work and the centre. Families are less represented, although family homes are available. The neighbourhood is also interesting for students, although the supply of rooms is limited. If you want to rent an apartment in Oosterstraat, expect around €1,158 per month in the free sector. Social rental homes are available through housing association Rentree, but waiting lists can be long. Respond quickly to available supply: the free-sector supply is limited. Prepare with a recent income overview and employer's statement. Considering buying instead of renting? Also check the supply of homes for sale in Oosterstraat as an alternative.

What residents say about Oosterstraat

Residents give Oosterstraat an average solid score, with the highest sub-scores for location and accessibility. Atmosphere and social cohesion score slightly lower, which fits a neighbourhood with many single-person households and high turnover. One resident writes: "Nice that everything is close by, but the neighbourhood could use a bit more green." Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the Oosterstraat overview page. You won't find these kinds of resident reviews anywhere else at neighbourhood level: Buurtje.nl combines them with current housing supply and district statistics.

Similar neighbourhoods and further searching for a rental home

Those considering renting a home in Oosterstraat but also wanting to compare can look at adjacent neighbourhoods. The Burgemeestersbuurt has a similar urban character and price level. Brinkgreven is greener and quieter, but slightly further from the centre. For a broader supply, you can also look at rental homes in Voorstad as a whole district, or expand your search to other districts such as Binnenstad or De Hoven. A complete overview of all available rental homes in the city can be found via rental homes in Deventer. More information about living and residing in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Deventer. Buurtje.nl collects supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you.