Rental homes in Pijnacker-Nootdorp

Renting in Pijnacker-Nootdorp: a municipality where buying dominates

Pijnacker-Nootdorp has traditionally been a buyer's municipality. Of the more than 22,400 homes, only 28% are rental properties, of which 19% are owned by housing associations and 9% by other landlords. This means that supply in the private sector is limited. In the past twelve months, 94 homes have been rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,745 per month. The range runs from approximately €650 to €2,975, with an average floor area of 101 m². That is substantial, but fits the profile of the municipality: the average household income is €44,200 and the WOZ value is €482,000. Want to know what is available today? At the top of this page you will find the current supply with daily prices. Social housing is managed by housing associations such as Rondom Wonen and Staedion, but waiting lists are long. Register via WoningNet if you want to be eligible.

The location of Pijnacker-Nootdorp is a major plus point. It is wedged between The Hague, Delft and Zoetermeer, with good connections via the A12, A13 and the Randstadrail. This makes the municipality popular with people who work in the Randstad but prefer to live a bit more spaciously and green. The municipality of Pijnacker-Nootdorp is actively investing in new residential areas, but it remains a market where you have to act quickly when something becomes available.

Comparing neighbourhoods: where do you want to rent in Pijnacker-Nootdorp?

The municipality consists of three cores, each with its own character. On the municipality page of Pijnacker-Nootdorp you can read all resident reviews, but below is an overview per neighbourhood.

Pijnacker, the heart of the municipality

Pijnacker is the largest core and scores an 8.0 from residents based on 10 reviews. The old village centre around the Kerkweg has enough shops and eateries for daily groceries, and new-build neighbourhoods such as Keijzershof and Ackerswoude have attracted many young families in recent years. One resident writes that the combination of "village feel with good amenities" is exactly what sets Pijnacker apart from the big cities around it. Accessibility scores high (8.4) thanks to the Randstadrail stop Pijnacker Zuid, which gets you to The Hague Central in a quarter of an hour. The rental supply in Pijnacker is the largest of the three cores, but expect mainly new-build apartments and terraced houses in the private sector.

Nootdorp, quiet and close to The Hague

With a score of 8.0 based on 2 reviews, the neighbourhood of Nootdorp is no less than Pijnacker. Nootdorp is closest to The Hague and has a direct connection to the centre via the Randstadrail stop Nootdorp. The atmosphere is village-like, with the Vlietzicht park and the Dobbeplas as green lungs. Nootdorp mainly attracts families and dual-income couples who want to avoid The Hague's house prices. The Parade shopping centre meets daily needs, but for extensive shopping you go to Delft or The Hague. Renting an apartment in Nootdorp is more difficult than in Pijnacker, simply because the supply is smaller.

Delfgauw, compact and affordable

Delfgauw is the smallest core and scores a 7.2 based on 1 review. The village lies adjacent to Delft and feels that way: many residents work at TU Delft or in the technology companies nearby. Delfgauw is more compact, has fewer amenities than Pijnacker and Nootdorp, but sometimes offers slightly lower rents. If you are looking for a rental home and are flexible about location, Delfgauw is worth considering. The safety score for the entire municipality is 8.5, and you notice that in Delfgauw too: it is quiet and orderly.

What stands out in the resident figures is that education scores high (8.4). That makes sense: there are several primary schools in each core, and secondary schools in Delft and Zoetermeer are easily accessible. The score for amenities (8.2) confirms that you won't miss much in Pijnacker-Nootdorp, although it is not a city. The community score of 7.5 shows that the social fabric is good, but that it sometimes takes a while in new-build neighbourhoods before you really get to know your neighbours. Read more experiences on the review page of the municipality.

Who is renting a home in Pijnacker-Nootdorp suitable for?

The typical renter in Pijnacker-Nootdorp is a family or couple with an above-average income looking for space and greenery without being far from the city. With 10,433 households with children (the largest group) and 42% married, this is clearly family territory. The labour participation rate of 70% and the high education level (38% highly educated) match the private sector rents. Are you a starter on an average salary? Then it becomes difficult. With an average rent of €1,745 per month, you need a gross income of at least €60,000 to qualify with most landlords. For starters, social housing via WoningNet is more realistic, but expect years of waiting time. Otherwise, also look at Capelle aan den IJssel or rental homes in Barendrecht, where the supply is sometimes slightly more accessible.

Are you considering buying instead of renting? With a WOZ value of €482,000, that is not a bargain either, but in the long term it can be more advantageous. View the supply of homes for sale in Pijnacker-Nootdorp for a comparison. Practical tip: prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) before going to viewings. Rental homes in Pijnacker-Nootdorp go quickly, so be early.

Searching for rental homes in Pijnacker-Nootdorp and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl you combine the current rental supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Can't find anything directly here? Then also look at the supply in surrounding municipalities such as Alphen aan den Rijn or Albrandswaard. More about the region can be found on the page of South Holland.