Rental homes in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04, Hoorn

Rental prices and market figures for Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04, Hoorn

In Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04, the majority of the housing stock is owned by landlords: 54% of the approximately 830 homes are rented, compared to 45% owner-occupied homes. This makes it a neighbourhood where renting is the norm, not the exception. Of those rental homes, 39% are owned by a housing association, which amounts to social housing. The remaining 15% falls under other landlords and generally concerns private sector rentals. For the current average rental price and the range of available supply in the private sector, we refer to the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily with the most recent available rental homes in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04.

The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is around €261,000. This is noticeably lower than the district average of Risdam-Zuid as a whole (€304,000) and also well below the municipal average of Hoorn (€333,000). This difference reflects the housing type and construction period in this part of the district: relatively compact, post-war homes with a more modest market valuation. For tenants looking for an affordable rental home in Hoorn without compromising on location, Buurt 20 04 can therefore be an interesting option compared to more expensive parts of the municipality.

Living in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04, Hoorn

Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04 is a quiet, predominantly post-war residential neighbourhood on the south side of Hoorn. The buildings mainly consist of porch flats and ground-level terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by some later renovations and small-scale new-build projects. The streetscape is green and orderly, with wide pavements and small parks between the housing blocks. The neighbourhood exudes a certain calm that suits its demographic composition: of the 1,625 residents, the largest group is over-65s (over 700 people), followed by those aged 45-65. This translates into a calm, established neighbourhood where residents know each other and nuisance is limited.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

For daily shopping, residents rely on the nearby Risdam shopping centre, which is within cycling distance and has a supermarket (including an Albert Heijn), a chemist, a baker and some service providers. Primary schools in and around Risdam-Zuid serve the younger families in the district, although the proportion of children (0-15 years: 215 people) is relatively limited given the ageing population structure. For sports and recreation, the wider Risdam-Zuid district has football and tennis clubs, and Julianapark is within reasonable cycling distance for a daily walk. Healthcare facilities, GP practices and pharmacies are available in the immediate vicinity, which meets the needs of the older resident group.

Accessibility

Hoorn station is about ten to fifteen minutes by bike from Buurt 20 04, offering direct train connections to Amsterdam, Enkhuizen and Alkmaar. By bus, there are lines connecting the southern districts of Hoorn with the centre and the station. By car, the connection to the N302 and via the A7 towards Amsterdam and Alkmaar is easily accessible. The A7 motorway is about ten minutes by car, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters. Parking in this part of Risdam-Zuid is generally free and there is sufficient on-street parking space available, although it can be a bit of a search at busy times. By bike, the city centre of Hoorn can be reached in a quarter of an hour via well-maintained cycle paths.

Residents appreciate the tranquillity and green layout of the neighbourhood, but also point out that the area has little vibrancy in the evenings and that the shopping offer is limited compared to the city centre. On the neighbourhood page of Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04, residents say: "It's quiet living here, the neighbours are friendly and you have everything you need within cycling distance. But for a bit more atmosphere and hospitality, you go to the centre." This image recurs in resident experiences: pleasant for those seeking peace, less suitable for those wanting bustle and liveliness on the doorstep.

Compared to sister neighbourhood Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 03, Buurt 20 04 is slightly more compact in layout and has a higher proportion of elderly people. Buurt 20 05 has a similar atmosphere but a slightly younger population structure. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04 would do well to also compare the neighbouring neighbourhoods in terms of supply and character.

Does renting in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04 suit you?

This neighbourhood is best suited to seniors and over-45s looking for a quiet living environment with good basic amenities within walking distance. Couples without children and single-person households (295 in total) also generally feel at home here. For starters and young people, the neighbourhood is less obvious: social housing via the housing association has waiting lists, and the private sector supply is limited in size. Respond quickly to available rental homes as soon as they appear, because rental periods in sought-after Hoorn neighbourhoods are short. Make sure you have your payslips, employer's statement and ID ready. Also register with the local housing association for social housing. Those who want to explore more options can also look at homes for sale in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04 as an alternative, especially now that the WOZ value here is lower than elsewhere in Hoorn. The municipality of Hoorn provides information about registering with associations via the official municipal website of Hoorn.

What residents say about living in Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04

Residents generally rate the neighbourhood positively on peace, safety and social cohesion. The green spaces and lack of traffic congestion are most often mentioned as plus points. Residents are less enthusiastic about the limited hospitality and the sometimes dated streetscape in some places. One resident describes it as: "Quiet, tidy and orderly. Not exciting, but that doesn't always have to be." View all reviews, scores per category and resident experiences on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04. These resident experiences are unique information that you won't find anywhere else at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental homes in and around Risdam-Zuid - Buurt 20 04

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