Rental homes in Oud-Assendorp, Zwolle
View the current rental property listings in Oud-Assendorp, Zwolle. Compare prices, sizes, and neighbourhood scores to find the right rental property.
Rental prices and market figures for Oud-Assendorp, Zwolle
Oud-Assendorp has an almost equal split between rental (49%) and owner-occupied (50%) properties, which is quite unusual for a neighbourhood so close to the centre of Zwolle. Of the rental properties, 18% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 32% are rented out by private or commercial landlords. This means the private sector is well represented here, which is reflected in the supply.
The average rent in the private sector over the past year was €833 per month, with a range from €393 to €1,795. With an average floor area of 64 m², this works out at around €13 per m². This is striking: the WOZ value in Oud-Assendorp, at €297,000, is below the average for the Assendorp district (€322,000) and well below the Zwolle average of €344,000. Rents in the private sector here are therefore relatively affordable compared to the rest of Zwolle. Check the top of this page for current daily prices and available rental properties in Oud-Assendorp.
Living in Oud-Assendorp
Oud-Assendorp is one of the oldest residential neighbourhoods in Zwolle, directly south of the city centre. You can walk to the Grote Markt in ten minutes. The neighbourhood has a recognisable character: narrow streets with pre-war terraced houses, lots of 1930s architecture and the occasional post-war development. Along the Assendorperstraat, the backbone of the neighbourhood, you'll find a mix of small shops, eateries and practices. It's not a trendy shopping street, but it is a street with life and daily shopping amenities.
The homes are predominantly compact. Many apartments and upper-floor flats, typical of a pre-war urban neighbourhood. The charm lies in the architectural style, but resident Roos (6.6/10) is honest about it: "Many of the houses are old and have their problems. What could be better about the housing is that landlords take complaints seriously and actually come to help." That's something to bear in mind if you're looking for a rental home here, especially with private landlords.
Facilities in the neighbourhood
Within walking distance you'll find a Jumbo and an Aldi on the south side of Assendorp. For a larger range of shops, you'll need to go to the centre or the Diezerpoort shopping centre on the other side of the station. De Werkplaats primary school and the Montessorischool Zwolle are nearby, and there are several secondary schools within cycling distance. Sportpark De Pelikaan offers space for football and tennis, and Park Eekhout on the northern edge of Assendorp is a nice green area for a run or an afternoon walk. GP practices and a pharmacy are located along the Assendorperstraat. More information about facilities and plans for the neighbourhood can be found on the website of the municipality of Zwolle.
Accessibility from Oud-Assendorp
Zwolle station is less than ten minutes away by bike, and the Stationsbuurt neighbourhood borders directly to the north. Bus routes towards the station and the rest of the city stop along the Assendorperstraat and the Enkstraat. By car, you can quickly reach the A28 towards Amersfoort or Meppel via the Ceintuurbaan. Parking is regulated with permits in parts of Oud-Assendorp, and in the narrower streets it can be a challenge to find a spot. By bike, you're in the centre in three minutes.
Residents give Oud-Assendorp an overall score of 7.3. Safety (8.0) and sense of community (8.0) score notably high. Accessibility and green space both score 7.7. The lowest scores go to beauty (6.0) and housing (6.7), which fits the picture of a neighbourhood with character but also with deferred maintenance on some properties. See all experiences on the Oud-Assendorp neighbourhood page.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Nieuw-Assendorp, Oud-Assendorp is a bit rougher and less polished, but also more affordable and closer to the city centre. If you're looking for a bit more peace and quiet, you could also consider Pierik, which has more post-war construction and a different streetscape.
Who is a rental property in Oud-Assendorp interesting for?
With 1,520 single-person households out of a total of over 2,100 homes, Oud-Assendorp is clearly a neighbourhood for singles, starters and students. The large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (1,550 residents) confirms this. The relatively low rents in the private sector and the short distance to the station and centre make it attractive to rent an apartment here. But be quick: the supply changes regularly, so keep an eye on the overview at the top for properties available to rent. Make sure you have your proof of income and references ready. For social housing, you can register with housing association deltaWonen, but expect long waiting times. Would you rather buy? Then check out the properties for sale in Oud-Assendorp.
What residents say about renting in Oud-Assendorp
Oud-Assendorp scores a 7.3 out of 10 based on 3 resident reviews. The strongest points are safety and community (both 8.0), while housing (6.7) and beauty (6.0) lag behind. Roos sums it up succinctly: "Nice neighbourhood, feels safe to an extent. Only many of the houses are old and have their problems." Want to read all the reviews? Check out the reviews and neighbourhood data for Oud-Assendorp.
Compare rental properties around Oud-Assendorp
Still undecided between neighbourhoods? In terms of rental prices, Oud-Assendorp is one of the more accessible options within Assendorp. In Nieuw-Assendorp you'll find slightly newer housing, and the Wezenlanden are closer to the park but have a smaller supply. For a broader overview, you can look at the rental supply in all of Assendorp or districts such as the Binnenstad and Kamperpoort-Veerallee. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Oud-Assendorp, Zwolle?
The average rent in the free sector in Oud-Assendorp is €833 per month, based on 50 rented homes in the past year. The range runs from €393 to €1,795 per month, with an average area of 64 m² (approximately €13/m²). Social housing through a housing association is cheaper, but has long waiting times.
Are there social housing properties in Oud-Assendorp?
Yes, approximately 18% of the housing stock in Oud-Assendorp is owned by a housing association. You can register with deltaWonen for social housing in Zwolle. Expect waiting times of several years. The remaining 32% of rental properties are offered by private or commercial landlords in the free sector.
What is it like to live in Oud-Assendorp?
Oud-Assendorp is a lively, pre-war urban neighbourhood close to the centre of Zwolle. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.3 out of 10 and particularly appreciate the safety (8.0) and sense of community (8.0). Drawbacks are the condition of some older homes and the attractiveness of public spaces (6.0). It is a neighbourhood with character, but without frills.
Is Oud-Assendorp suitable for starters and singles?
Definitely. Of the more than 2,100 households in Oud-Assendorp, 1,520 are single-person households. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old. The relatively affordable rents, compact apartments, and short distance to the station and centre make the neighbourhood popular among starters and young professionals.
How accessible is Oud-Assendorp?
Zwolle station is less than a ten-minute bike ride away. Bus routes stop along the Assendorperstraat. By car, you can quickly reach the A28 via the Ceintuurbaan. The centre is a three-minute bike ride away. Parking is regulated with permits in parts of the neighbourhood.
What amenities are there in Oud-Assendorp?
Along the Assendorperstraat you will find small shops, eateries, and a pharmacy. Supermarkets such as Jumbo and Aldi are within walking distance. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Werkplaats and the Montessorischool. Sportpark De Pelikaan and Park Eekhout offer space for sports and relaxation.
Is Oud-Assendorp a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
Residents rate safety in Oud-Assendorp at 8.0 out of 10, the highest sub-score together with community. One resident describes the neighbourhood as 'nice' and says it feels 'to an extent safe'. It is not an unsafe neighbourhood, although it is wise to remain alert, as anywhere in a city.
Nice neighbourhood, feels safe to an extent. Only many of the houses are old and have their problems. What could be improved in housing is that landlords take complaints seriously and actually come to help.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood, many amenities nearby, friendly residents, centrally located, no play area for young adults (e.g. ping-pong table), little walking space due to bicycles on the pavement
Auto-translated to English by AIAssendorp is quite unique, the name of the neighbourhood says it all. It's a kind of village just outside the ring road and thus within walking distance of the centre where the city walls used to stand. It was originally built for many residents who worked at the railway, with social housing. The houses are generally small workers' cottages with authentic details and over 100 years old. Everything is geared to 100 years ago, but the social cohesion is strong and it's a cosy neighbourhood. The streets are narrow, which unfortunately means they are often clogged with modern cars (which are often bigger than years ago and there are many more residents with a car than when it was built). Residents are diverse, but the neighbourhood is very popular and no longer poor. If you want to get a house in Assendorp now, you have to be quick and bring a hefty sum of money. Residents are increasingly into greenery and one front garden after another is springing up. The sense of togetherness is strong and neighbourhood initiatives like car sharing and neighbourhood BBQs are very common. What is also unfortunately common is the sound of DIY from residents who want to expand their small house as much as possible with an extension or loft conversion. Running through the neighbourhood is the Assendorperstraat as a shopping street and traffic artery. Multifunctional centre de Enk organises many activities and the Azaleapark has recently been expanded. As a resident, I have lived in 4 other cities and also in another neighbourhood in Zwolle, but in none of those neighbourhoods do I feel as at home as in Assendorp!
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