Rental homes in Plantenbuurt, Meppel

Rental prices and market figures for Plantenbuurt, Meppel

Plantenbuurt is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: about 90% of the housing stock is owned by residents. Only 10% of homes are for rent, of which 6% are owned by a housing association and 4% by other landlords. This makes the supply of rental homes in Plantenbuurt limited, and when something becomes available, it usually goes quickly.

The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €474,000, almost equal to the district average of Berggierslanden (€473,000), but significantly higher than the municipal average of Meppel (€289,000). This price level is also reflected in the rental market. In the free sector (excluding social housing), 8 homes were rented out in the past twelve months at an average rent of €1,305 per month, with a range of €1,245 to €1,450. With an average surface area of 154 m², this amounts to approximately €8.50 per m² per month. Renting in Plantenbuurt is therefore at a similar level to the rest of Berggierslanden, but clearly above the average for rental homes in Meppel as a whole. For the most up-to-date rental prices and available rental homes, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Plantenbuurt, Meppel

Plantenbuurt is a quiet, green residential area on the south-eastern side of Meppel, part of the broader Berggierslanden district. The streets are named after plants and shrubs, giving the neighbourhood a recognisable, rural character. The housing mainly consists of detached and semi-detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s, with occasional newer additions. The homes are spacious, with gardens and wide roads. It is not a neighbourhood you drive through by chance: it is a residential area you deliberately seek out.

With 2,045 residents and an average income of €42,300 per year (above the Meppel average of €35,100), Plantenbuurt is an established middle-class neighbourhood. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and families with children are the most common household type. You can feel this in the atmosphere: it is quiet, children play in the street, and the neighbourhood feels stable and safe.

Facilities in Plantenbuurt

Primary schools are within cycling distance via the nearby districts. For daily shopping, Meppel city centre is the place to go, about ten to fifteen minutes by bike. There you will find, among others, a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn, as well as the weekly market. The neighbourhood itself has no supermarket or shopping street, which seems a deliberate choice: it is purely residential, without the hustle and bustle of commercial functions. Sports facilities are available through various clubs in Meppel, including football, tennis and swimming at De Belte swimming pool. The Nijeveen canal and surrounding green areas offer space for walking and cycling.

Accessibility

Meppel station is about two kilometres from Plantenbuurt, reachable by bike in about ten minutes. From Meppel, direct trains run to Zwolle (about 20 minutes) and Groningen. By car, the neighbourhood connects well to the N375 towards Hoogeveen and the A28 towards Zwolle and Groningen. Parking in Plantenbuurt is free and widely available, which is a plus compared to more centrally located districts. Bus connections run via Meppel city centre, requiring a short bike ride or walk.

Is renting in Plantenbuurt right for you?

Plantenbuurt mainly attracts families and residents aged 45 and older who appreciate peace, space and a green environment. If you are looking for a rental home with more square metres than average, this is a neighbourhood to seriously consider. Supply is scarce, but the homes that become available for rent are spacious: an average of 154 m² in the free sector. Starters or students looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Plantenbuurt will find little: supply is limited and rents are high. For social housing, you can register with Actium, the housing association active in the Meppel region, but be prepared for waiting lists. If you are considering buying, you can also view the homes for sale in Plantenbuurt, as 90% of the housing market here is owner-occupied.

Compared to the nearby Scheepsbuurt, Plantenbuurt has a slightly greener and quieter appearance, with larger homes. Those looking for more urban vibrancy can also look at Centrum or the Watertoren district, where the supply is usually more diverse in terms of price range and property type. For a complete picture of the rental landscape in the region, also see the overview of rental homes in Berggierslanden.

What residents say about Plantenbuurt

Based on resident reviews, Plantenbuurt scores an impressive 9.5 out of 10. Particularly high are the scores for safety (10.0), green spaces (10.0), housing (10.0), beauty (10.0), education (10.0) and facilities (10.0). Accessibility scores slightly lower at 7.0, which matches its somewhat peripheral location relative to the city centre. One resident describes the neighbourhood as follows: "A quiet, safe and green neighbourhood where it is nice for children to grow up and where you immediately feel at home." See all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Plantenbuurt neighbourhood page. The high scores make it clear why available rental homes here are snapped up quickly.

Compare rental homes in and around Plantenbuurt

Are you looking for a home to rent in Plantenbuurt or want to compare with other neighbourhoods in Meppel? Via Buurtje.nl you can compare not only the current housing supply but also neighbourhood scores, demographic data and resident reviews, compiled from more than 1,500 sources. This way you can not only see what is for rent, but also whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also check what is available in Koedijkslanden or Haveltermade for a broader view of the Meppel rental market. More information about living and housing in the municipality can be found on the website of Meppel municipality.