Rental homes in Raam en omgeving, Gouda
Looking for a rental property in Raam and surrounding area? Check the current supply of rental properties in Raam and surrounding area below, including neighbourhood data and resident reviews.
Rental prices and market figures for Raam en omgeving, Gouda
The rental market in Raam en omgeving is predominantly a rental market: 54% of the more than 1,100 homes are rented out, while the remaining 46% are owner-occupied. Of those rental homes, 25% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 29% by other landlords (private sector and private individuals). If you are looking for a rental home in the private sector, you pay an average of €1,286 per month here, based on 24 rented homes in the past twelve months. The range runs from €725 to €2,150 per month, with an average floor area of 77 m². That works out to about €16.70 per m². Note: these are private-sector prices, excluding social housing. The WOZ value is €316,000, slightly below the district average of Binnenstad (€319,000) and below the Gouda average of €323,000. This makes Raam en omgeving relatively affordable within the municipality, although private-sector rents are steep due to the central location. Check the current supply and daily prices at the top of this page.
Living in Raam en omgeving, Gouda
Raam en omgeving is a densely built urban neighbourhood in the heart of Gouda's city centre, along and around the canal the Raam. The housing stock consists largely of older buildings, canal houses and smaller urban homes, many of which have been converted into apartments. New construction is scarce; the neighbourhood has a historic city character that determines both its charm and its limitations. Resident Rune describes it succinctly: "Ugly but in a top location." That sums it up fairly well: the architecture is not always attractive, but the location is hard to beat.
Facilities
In terms of facilities, the neighbourhood scores highly. Gouda's city centre is within walking distance, with the Kleiweg and Hoogstraat as shopping streets. An Albert Heijn and several supermarkets can be reached within a few minutes. Restaurants, bakeries, cheese speciality shops (Gouda is Gouda) and daily groceries are literally around the corner. For healthcare, there are GP practices in the area; the Groene Hart Hospital is accessible by bike or car. Primary schools are available in and directly around the city centre; Gouda is well-equipped for secondary education. Sports facilities and a swimming pool are a short bike ride away. However, green space is a serious shortcoming: parks and gardens are hardly present in this neighbourhood, and the streets are not always tidy. If you are looking for a garden or a green view, you will be disappointed here.
Accessibility
Accessibility is excellent, with a resident score of 9.0 for this aspect. Gouda station is about a ten-minute walk away and offers direct connections to Utrecht, The Hague, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood. By bike, you can reach the centre and the station in a few minutes. By car, you can quickly connect to the motorways towards the Randstad via the N207 and A12. Parking is a point of attention in this inner-city neighbourhood: paid parking and permit zones are the norm, free parking is not a given.
Atmosphere and community
The neighbourhood has an urban, anonymous character. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (750 of the 2,180 residents), followed by 45 to 65-year-olds. Single-person households form the largest household group (580). There are hardly any students, as one resident explicitly states. The community score of 3.0 is low: neighbourhood involvement is limited, a neighbourhood gathering might attract eight people. King's Day brings crowds that are not appreciated by everyone. If you value a close-knit neighbourhood community, you will find it less obvious here than in districts such as Nieuwe Markt en omgeving or Turfmarkt en omgeving. For those who mainly use the city as a base, that is not a problem. More character and greenery can be found a bit further in neighbourhoods like Nieuwe Park Oost or outside the city centre in districts like Bloemendaal.
Who is renting in Raam en omgeving suitable for?
Raam en omgeving mainly attracts singles and couples between 25 and 45 who value the benefits of a central location over space, greenery or a sense of community. If you are considering renting an apartment in Raam en omgeving, it is wise to respond quickly to new listings: the private-sector supply is limited (24 rented homes in a year says enough about the tightness) and popular homes are gone fast. Prepare documents such as payslips and an employer's statement in advance. For social housing, register with a housing association such as Woonpartners Midden-Holland; expect waiting lists. If you want more space or peace, or are considering buying a home, you can also look at homes for sale in Raam en omgeving. The average income in the neighbourhood is €40,600, slightly below the district average but above the Gouda average, which fits a mixed group of working urbanites. Also check the broader supply of rental homes in Gouda if you want more choice.
What residents say about Raam en omgeving
The average resident score for Raam en omgeving is 5.8 out of 10, based on reviews on Buurtje.nl. The extremes are on two sides: accessibility scores a 9.0 and facilities also a 9.0, while greenery (2.0), beauty (3.0) and community (3.0) lag far behind. Resident Rune writes: "All possible facilities in the neighbourhood. Very little greenery, and there are often plastic wrappers and such lying on the street." That picture is consistent with the figures. If you want to read more reviews or leave a rating yourself, you can find them on the neighbourhood page of Raam en omgeving.
Comparing rental homes in and around Raam en omgeving
If you are unsure whether Raam en omgeving is the right choice, you can easily compare it with neighbouring neighbourhoods in the city centre. In De Baan en omgeving you will find a slightly quieter streetscape, while Nieuwe Park West offers more greenery for those who value it. Outside the city centre, De Korte Akkeren generally offers lower rental prices with more space. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from multiple sources with resident reviews and district data, so you can compare neighbourhoods fairly. Also check the full overview of rental homes in Binnenstad for a broader picture of what is available for rent in this part of Gouda. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of Gouda municipality.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Raam and surroundings, Gouda?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Raam and surroundings over the past twelve months was €1,286 per month, with an average living area of 77 m². That works out to about €16.70 per m². The range runs from €725 to €2,150 per month. Social housing through a housing corporation is cheaper, but waiting lists and income limits apply.
Are there social housing units in Raam and surroundings?
Yes, about 25% of the housing stock in Raam and surroundings is owned by housing corporations, which means social housing. For a social housing unit in Gouda, you register with Woonpartners Midden-Holland. Be prepared for waiting lists; demand for social housing in Gouda city centre is high. Other landlords (29%) rent in the free sector.
What is it like to live in Raam and surroundings?
Raam and surroundings is a densely built urban neighbourhood with an excellent location in Gouda city centre. Accessibility and amenities score high (both 9.0), but green space (2.0), beauty (3.0) and sense of community (3.0) are clear drawbacks. One resident describes it as 'ugly but in a top location'. The average resident score is 5.8 out of 10.
Is Raam and surroundings suitable for starters and singles?
Raam and surroundings is popular among singles and young working people aged 25 to 45; single-person households are the largest household group. The central location and good accessibility are attractive for starters who use the city as a base. Families with children looking for green space and room are less at home here. Students are hardly present.
How is the accessibility of Raam and surroundings?
Accessibility scores a 9.0 in resident reviews. Gouda station is about a ten-minute walk away and offers direct train connections to Utrecht, The Hague and Rotterdam. Several bus routes run through the neighbourhood. By bike you are quickly in the centre. By car you connect to the motorway network via the N207 and A12. Parking is paid or by permit; free parking is scarce.
What amenities are there in Raam and surroundings?
The neighbourhood scores a 9.0 on amenities. Supermarkets, shops and hospitality in Gouda city centre are within walking distance. Primary schools are present in and around the city centre; Gouda is well provided for secondary education. The Groene Hart Hospital is accessible by bike or car. However, green space and parks are virtually absent in this neighbourhood, which is a frequently mentioned drawback.
Is Raam and surroundings a safe neighbourhood?
On safety, Raam and surroundings scores an 8.0 in resident reviews, which is relatively high. Residents experience the neighbourhood as reasonably safe, although the crowds during events such as King's Day are perceived as unpleasant by some. The inner-city location brings the usual urban dynamics, but major safety issues are not reported in the available reviews.
The houses are really ugly, everything is expensive. No students. All possible amenities in the neighbourhood. King's Day is always way too busy. Very little greenery, and there are often bits of plastic and stuff lying in the street. There might be a neighbourhood get-together but only 8 people go.
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