Rental homes in Oudenhof, Oegstgeest

Renting in Oudenhof: a modest private sector in a owner-occupied dominated neighbourhood

Oudenhof is primarily an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 3,880 homes, 63% are listed as owner-occupied, meaning the rental supply is limited. Of the remaining 37% rental homes, roughly half are owned by housing associations (18%) and the other half by other landlords (19%). If you want to rent a private sector home in Oudenhof, you should expect an average rent of €1,281 per month, with a range of €595 to €2,250 per month and an average living area of 101 m². These are annual figures based on the past twelve months, excluding social housing and rooms. The current supply and average rent can be found at the top of this page.

For comparison, the average WOZ value in Oudenhof is €437,000, well below the municipal average of €563,000 for Oegstgeest. This makes Oudenhof relatively affordable within the municipality, although it remains an expensive region. The average income per resident (€46,300) is also slightly below the municipal average of €53,500, indicating that Oudenhof attracts a somewhat broader mix of residents than some other neighbourhoods in Oegstgeest.

Oudenhof: quiet and ageing, with a strong community

If you are looking for a rental home in Oudenhof, you will end up in a neighbourhood that clearly has its own character. The largest age group is 65-plus, with over 2,000 residents in that category. This is visible in the streets: it is quiet, green, and there is a lot of walking. The atmosphere is that of an established, stable living environment where people have lived for years and know each other. Single-person households form the largest household group (1,735), which also says something about who lives there: many elderly people who live alone and have sometimes been in the same home for decades.

On the neighbourhood page of Oudenhof, residents give the neighbourhood an 8.6 out of 10, based on reviews from Buurtje.nl. Safety (9.5) and education (9.5) score notably high, while cleanliness lags slightly behind with a 7.5. One resident describes it as: "All quiet neighbourhoods, mostly elderly." The same resident also offers a critical note: the through road in the neighbourhood functions as a kind of racetrack for cars, motorbikes and scooters, which contrasts with the otherwise quiet atmosphere. That is something to consider if you are looking for a home directly on a main road.

The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. The Bloemenbuurt and the Schildersbuurt are green, quiet areas popular with families and the elderly. If you prefer a bit more liveliness, you could also look at Voscuyl or the Zeeheldenbuurt. Accessibility scores an 8.5 in the reviews: Oegstgeest is conveniently located relative to Leiden, and by bike or car you are quickly at the station or the motorway. Amenities are present but not extensive, with a score of 8.0. For a larger range of shops or hospitality, you need to go to Leiden or the centre of Oegstgeest.

Renting in Oudenhof: who is this suitable for and who is it not?

Oudenhof is most suitable for tenants who value peace, safety and greenery over urban liveliness. The neighbourhood attracts elderly people, singles and those who have known what they want for a while. Young starters or people looking for a vibrant nightlife or lots of hospitality around the corner will feel less at home here. The private sector supply is limited, so those who want flexibility or need to move quickly have more choice if they also look at Oegstgeest Noord or Oud Oegstgeest. Are you considering staying long-term? Then the owner-occupied homes in Oudenhof are a serious alternative, especially given the relatively lower WOZ value compared to the rest of the municipality.

Searching for rental homes in Oudenhof: how to go about it

The supply of rental homes in Oudenhof is limited, so it pays to be alert. At the top of this page you will find the current overview with filters on price, area and energy label. Would you like to broaden your search area? Then also check the supply in De Kwaak or the broader overview of rental homes in Oegstgeest. For municipal information about living, parking or social housing, you can visit the website of the municipality of Oegstgeest.