Rental homes in Ouwe Gouwe, Gouda
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Rental prices and market figures for Ouwe Gouwe, Gouda
In Ouwe Gouwe, 46% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, divided into housing association properties (25%) and other landlords (20%). This means that a quarter of the homes are social housing through a housing association, and a fifth falls under the private sector or private rental. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €295,000, which is noticeably lower than the average in the wider district Noord (€322,000) and the municipal average of Gouda (€323,000). This makes Ouwe Gouwe one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the city.
In the private sector (excluding social housing), 29 homes were rented out in Ouwe Gouwe over the past twelve months. The average rent was €1,131 per month, with an average floor area of 74 m². That works out to about €15.30 per m². Rents ranged from €884 to €1,850 per month. By comparison, in neighbourhoods such as Statensingel or the Binnenstad, private sector prices are generally higher. Ouwe Gouwe thus offers a relatively accessible entry level for tenants who want to live in Gouda Noord. For the current available rental properties and the most recent average rent, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Ouwe Gouwe, Gouda
Ouwe Gouwe is a post-war residential neighbourhood in the north of Gouda, part of the Noord district. The neighbourhood has a mixed character: porch flats, multi-family homes and terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s alternate, with occasional newer apartment complexes such as Jozefhof. It is not a trendy city neighbourhood, but a functional, relatively quiet area where people simply live. The 25 to 45 age group is the largest, but there are also many elderly people and single-person households.
Facilities in Ouwe Gouwe
The neighbourhood has a reasonable level of facilities for daily shopping. Within a short cycling distance you will find supermarkets and shops in the nearby Bloemendaal shopping centre or towards the city centre. As for schools, the neighbourhood and immediate surroundings offer primary education; residents give education a score of 7.4. For sports, Gouda Noord offers various options, including sports clubs and the nearby green area De Goudse Hout, which is popular for walking and cycling. The municipality of Gouda manages this area; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Gouda. Residents rate the facilities at 7.1 and green spaces at 6.0, indicating that the neighbourhood still has room for improvement in terms of green maintenance. Resident Marijke writes: "the green maintenance is far too little, mowing the ditch bank once a year looks terrible." The disappearance of trees around the former barracks is also felt as a loss by several residents.
Accessibility
Ouwe Gouwe scores well on accessibility: residents give this an 8.3, the highest sub-score in the neighbourhood. Gouda station is about two kilometres away, reachable by bike in about ten minutes. From Gouda station, you can travel to Den Haag Centraal in about twenty minutes and to Utrecht in twenty-five minutes. Several bus routes connect the neighbourhood with the city centre and other districts. By car, the A12 is easily accessible, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters heading to The Hague or Utrecht. Parking is still free or with limited permit requirements in large parts of the neighbourhood, although this varies by street.
Living in Ouwe Gouwe also has its downsides. Residents mention the lack of a community centre as a serious issue: "in Gouda Noord there are quite a lot of elderly people who are also lonely, in the past the Noord building was a community centre, now it belongs to the Salvation Army", says Marijke Spruijt. Social cohesion in newer complexes such as Jozefhof also leaves something to be desired: tenants and owners live relatively separate lives. On the other hand, in older parts of the neighbourhood there is indeed a sense of community: people greet each other and help where needed. Safety scores a 7.8, above average, which contributes to the quiet living environment. View all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Ouwe Gouwe with all reviews and neighbourhood data.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Middenwillens or the Slagenbuurt, Ouwe Gouwe has a slightly more compact, more urban character. Those looking for more space and greenery might also consider De Goudse Hout. And if you are considering buying instead of renting, you will find the supply of homes for sale in Ouwe Gouwe on the same page.
Is renting in Ouwe Gouwe right for you?
Ouwe Gouwe is a suitable neighbourhood for tenants looking for an affordable home in a quiet environment with good connections. Starters and young professionals who want to rent an apartment in Ouwe Gouwe benefit from the relatively lower rents compared to other Gouda neighbourhoods. Single-person households form the largest household type (1,170 of the approximately 2,694 homes), giving the neighbourhood an individualistic character. Families can also find their place here, but the neighbourhood is less green and playfully designed than, for example, Plaswijck. For social housing, you need to register with a housing association; waiting lists can be long. If you are looking for a rental home in the private sector, it is advisable to respond quickly to new listings. Prepare your tenant dossier with payslips, employer's statement and identification. View the available rental properties in the overview at the top of this page. Are you torn between renting and buying? The supply of homes for sale in Ouwe Gouwe is a good starting point.
What residents say about living in Ouwe Gouwe
Residents rate Ouwe Gouwe an average of 7.2 based on 9 reviews. Accessibility (8.3) and safety (7.8) score the highest. Green spaces and beauty both score 6.0, indicating room for improvement. A recurring theme in the reviews is the alternation between community involvement and individualisation. Resident Rinus writes: "Make something of it yourself, that's how it is. No problems, just adapt a bit yourself, if everyone does that it's fine." That sums up the atmosphere in the neighbourhood well: it is what you make of it. Read all reviews and sub-scores on the full neighbourhood page of Ouwe Gouwe.
Comparing rental properties in and around Ouwe Gouwe
Are you looking for a rental property in Ouwe Gouwe or do you want to compare the neighbourhood with alternatives? In addition to Ouwe Gouwe, there are several neighbourhoods in the Noord district with rental properties available. The Wethouder Venteweg and Achterwillenseweg are nearby and partly have a similar housing supply. Want to search more broadly? View all rental properties in Noord or explore the supply in other districts such as De Korte Akkeren or Bloemendaal. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also view the total overview of all rental properties in Gouda for a complete picture.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Ouwe Gouwe, Gouda?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Ouwe Gouwe over the past year was €1,131 per month, with an average living area of 74 m². That works out to about €15.30 per m². Rents ranged from €884 to €1,850 per month. Social housing through a housing corporation is generally cheaper, but waiting lists apply.
Are there social housing properties in Ouwe Gouwe?
Yes, about 25% of the housing stock in Ouwe Gouwe is owned by a housing corporation. To qualify for a social housing property, you must register with a housing corporation active in Gouda, such as Mozaïek Wonen. Be aware that waiting lists can run to several years in practice. Private rental properties in the free sector are available more quickly, but are more expensive.
What is it like to live in Ouwe Gouwe?
Ouwe Gouwe is a quiet, post-war residential neighbourhood in the north of Gouda with a mix of porch flats, terraced houses and newer apartments. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.2. Safety (7.8) and accessibility (8.3) are rated highest. Greenery and beauty score 6.0, and the lack of a meeting place for the elderly is noted as a shortcoming by several residents.
Is Ouwe Gouwe suitable for starters and single-person households?
Yes, Ouwe Gouwe is certainly interesting for starters and singles. Single-person households are the largest household type in the neighbourhood, and rents are slightly lower than in other Gouda neighbourhoods. The good public transport connections and proximity to Gouda station also make the neighbourhood attractive for commuters. Families can also find a place here, but the neighbourhood is less green than areas like Plaswijck.
How accessible is Ouwe Gouwe?
Residents rate the accessibility of Ouwe Gouwe at 8.3, the highest sub-score. Gouda station is about two kilometres away, reachable by bike in about ten minutes. From Gouda station, you can travel to The Hague in about twenty minutes and to Utrecht in twenty-five minutes. By car, the A12 is easily accessible. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood to the city centre. Parking is still free in many streets or with limited permit requirements.
What facilities are there in Ouwe Gouwe?
For daily shopping, you can go to nearby shopping centres in Bloemendaal or the city centre of Gouda. The neighbourhood has primary schools in the immediate vicinity; residents rate education at 7.4. For sports and recreation, the green area De Goudse Hout is within cycling distance. Residents rate the overall facilities at 7.1. A meeting centre for the elderly is lacking, which is mentioned as a bottleneck by several residents.
Is Ouwe Gouwe a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Ouwe Gouwe scores relatively well on safety: residents give it a 7.8 out of 10. That is the second highest sub-score for the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood has a quiet character and residents indicate that people greet and help each other. However, leaving rubbish next to containers is mentioned as an annoyance by several residents, contributing to a less tidy appearance in some places.
Many trees cut down Kazerne Why ???? make the rest a bit cosy yourself RINUS
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a shame that the people in the Jozefhof hardly connect with each other; the owner-occupied apartments do, but the rental apartments have little interaction with each other. That might also be because the young people all work. But even when a neighbourhood party is organised, I don't see them either; making connections is not a thing, not even with the joy and sorrow fund. And what I also miss in this neighbourhood is a community centre; quite a lot of elderly people live here, which is a pity. And there are also people in this neighbourhood who are alone and lonely. Accessibility is good, safety could always be better. In the apartment complex, we sometimes have unwanted guests. Facilities are good; shops around the corner, GP and station are around the corner. Daily amenities are available.
Auto-translated to English by AINo problems, just put in a bit of effort yourself, if everyone does that it's fine
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasantly, many people greet each other, know each other. And are willing to help each other. Only the rubbish is a problem; people just put it next to the containers. I'm afraid they don't want to pay for it. And green spaces: they mow far too little, once a year the ditch bank looks terrible. I'm not the only one who thinks that; many people complain about it. I think it's a shame that people rarely report it. Furthermore, we miss a community centre in the neighbourhood; many elderly and lonely people live here. We would appreciate that.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant neighbourhood, but it's a shame that the younger people have little time and that there is no meeting centre here. In Gouda Noord, quite a lot of elderly people live, and they are also lonely. In the past, the Noord building was a community centre, but now it belongs to the Salvation Army. So we consider that a point of attention. And also another point: a lot of rubbish near the bins; people don't throw it in, they prefer to put it next to it so they don't have to pay. That doesn't make the neighbourhood any better.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery cosy neighbourhood, but a shame that there is little for children and that young people don't feel like having a neighbourhood drink or a party, no time, the people are too old. We have a beautiful courtyard, but it is used too little. And I am a party-starter myself, but even then it's difficult, so I say let's try to make connections here step by step. Not wanting too much at once.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in many places in my life, but this is by far the nicest. Just outside the city centre, but within a 5-minute walk of a shop or terrace. It has everything of a city, yet the peace and cosiness of a village.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is close to the centre and station, ideal. Amenities such as supermarkets, shops and schools are plentiful. However, more green space would do the area good and less traffic.
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