Rental homes in Oranjebuurt, Amersfoort

Rental prices and market figures for Oranjebuurt, Amersfoort

Oranjebuurt is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: of the 361 homes, only 3% are for rent, and there is no housing association property. All rental homes are owned by private or commercial landlords, which means you will only find properties in the free sector here. Social housing simply does not exist in this neighbourhood.

Over the past twelve months, seven homes were rented out in the free sector, with an average rent of €2,555 per month. The range ran from €1,800 to €3,499 per month, with an average living area of 163 m². This works out to about €15.70 per m², positioning Oranjebuurt as one of the more expensive rental locations in Amersfoort. By comparison, the average WOZ value of a home here is €1,040,000, well above the district average of De Berg-Noord (€959,000) and far above the municipal average of €432,000. The median household income of €73,100 is also clearly higher than the Amersfoort average of €41,400. For current rental prices of homes now available, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Oranjebuurt, Amersfoort

Oranjebuurt is located in the De Berg-Noord district, on the slopes of the Amersfoortse Berg, and has a distinctly quiet and affluent character. The streets are wide, the trees large, and the buildings consist mainly of detached villas, semi-detached houses, and spacious townhouses from the first half of the twentieth century. If you are looking for a rental home in a green, quiet environment close to the centre, you are in the right place here, but you must reckon with limited supply and high rents.

The neighbourhood has 885 residents, the largest group of whom are between 45 and 65 years old. The proportion of families with children is relatively low; most households are couples without children. This colours the atmosphere: it is not a neighbourhood full of children playing in the street, but rather an environment where peace and privacy are central. 68% of residents have a higher education degree and the labour participation rate is 67%.

Facilities in Oranjebuurt

The immediate neighbourhood is sparsely provided, but that is deliberate. Supermarkets, schools and shops can be found within walking distance along the Utrechtseweg and in the adjacent Stationsbuurt. An Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are accessible in the surrounding neighbourhoods; secondary education, including the Christelijk Lyceum Amersfoort, is within cycling distance. For sports and recreation, the Bergkwartier offers excellent walking and cycling paths through wooded surroundings. Tennis clubs and sports clubs can be found in the wider De Berg-Noord district. The centre of Amersfoort, with its restaurants and bars on the Langestraat and the Onze Lieve Vrouweplein, is a ten-minute bike ride away.

Accessibility

Amersfoort Centraal station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with direct connections to Utrecht (20 min), Amsterdam (45 min) and Zwolle. By car, the A28 is quickly accessible via the Utrechtseweg. Parking in Oranjebuurt itself is usually possible without a permit, although it can be tight at busy times. Connexxion bus lines run along the Utrechtseweg and connect the neighbourhood with the centre and station. For cyclists, the route to the city centre is flat and well laid out.

Residents appreciate the peace, the green appearance and the proximity to the centre. One resident describes it as follows: "You live here as if you are outside the city, but you are there in ten minutes by bike." Criticism sometimes focuses on the limited range of shops directly in the neighbourhood and the high housing costs. See all experiences on the Oranjebuurt neighbourhood page, where residents give scores on liveability, safety, green spaces and facilities.

Compared to the neighbouring Stationsbuurt, Oranjebuurt is quieter and greener, but also more expensive and with fewer rental homes. Staatsliedenbuurt-Oost offers a somewhat more accessible rental market for those who want to preserve a bit more budget. If you want to compare the atmosphere of De Berg-Noord, you will find a broader overview on the page of rental homes in De Berg-Noord.

Is renting in Oranjebuurt right for you?

Oranjebuurt is most suitable for tenants who are looking for peace, space and a green living environment and are willing to pay for it. Think of expats, dual-income couples without children, or seniors who are downsizing but want to maintain the quality of their living environment. Starters and students will find virtually no affordable supply here: with rents starting at €1,800 per month in the free sector and no social housing, the threshold is high. Social housing is not available in this neighbourhood; those who want to qualify can register with housing association Portaal or Alliantie, but waiting lists in Amersfoort are long. Respond quickly to available rental homes in Oranjebuurt: supply is scarce and homes are usually rented out quickly. Make sure you have your income statement, employer's statement and identity document ready. Also consider owner-occupied homes in Oranjebuurt as an alternative, especially given the high WOZ values and the dominance of the owner-occupied market in this neighbourhood.

What residents say about Oranjebuurt

Residents give Oranjebuurt high scores for safety and green appearance. Liveability is appreciated, although some reviewers point to the lack of vibrancy and the limited availability of daily facilities directly on the street. One resident writes: "It is truly quiet and green here, the neighbours know each other and there is hardly any nuisance. Only for a carton of milk do you have to get on your bike." See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the Oranjebuurt neighbourhood page. This kind of resident review is unique information that you will not find on any other housing site at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental homes in and around Oranjebuurt

Are you looking for a rental home in Oranjebuurt but also want to compare alternatives? The adjacent Regentesselaan and surroundings offers a similar green atmosphere, sometimes with slightly more supply. Also popular among tenants looking for a bit more urban dynamism is Staatsliedenbuurt-West. If you want to search more broadly, you will find a complete overview of available supply via rental homes in Amersfoort or compare districts such as Eemkwartier and Soesterkwartier for other price ranges and living environments. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. More about the municipality can be found on the page of Amersfoort. Official municipal information about housing and permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amersfoort.