Rental homes in Roland Holstbuurt, Delft
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Rental prices and market figures for Roland Holstbuurt, Delft
The Roland Holstbuurt is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 58% of the 1,760 homes are rental properties, compared to 42% owner-occupied homes. Of the total housing stock, approximately 30% is owned by housing associations (social rent), while 28% is rented out by other landlords in the private sector. This makes the neighbourhood interesting for both social tenants and those looking to rent a home on the open market.
In the private sector (excluding social rent and room rentals), the average rental price over the past twelve months was €1,053 per month, with a range of €802 to €2,250. With an average floor area of 50 m², this works out to about €21 per square metre. A total of 81 homes were rented out in that period. The WOZ value of €263,000 is above the average for the Voorhof district (€246,000), but well below the Delft average of €322,000. The average income of €30,400 is also lower than the municipal average of €34,700. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and daily prices for available rental homes in Roland Holstbuurt.
Living in Roland Holstbuurt, Delft
The Roland Holstbuurt is located in the heart of the Voorhof district, southwest of Delft city centre. It is a typical post-war expansion neighbourhood from the 1960s and 1970s, with a mix of porch flats, gallery flats, and a smaller number of terraced houses. The atmosphere is urban and functional: no picturesque canals, but a neighbourhood focused on accessibility and amenities. The population is notably young. With 1,250 residents between the ages of 15 and 25, students and young professionals form the largest group, which is not surprising given the proximity of Delft University of Technology. Nearly half of all households are single-person (1,975 out of the total), and only 22% are married. This gives the neighbourhood a dynamic, but sometimes restless character.
Amenities within walking distance
One of the strongest points of the Roland Holstbuurt is its level of amenities. Shopping centre De Hoven (now renovated as In de Hoven) is within walking distance and offers several supermarkets, including Albert Heijn and Lidl, plus a wide range of specialist shops, drugstores, and eateries. For daily groceries, you don't need to leave the neighbourhood. Primary schools such as De Horizon and childcare centres are located nearby. Sports facilities are available via the Delftse Hout sports park and the Kerkpolder area, and the Kerkpolder swimming pool is reachable by bike within ten minutes. The municipality of Delft has been investing in the renewal of Voorhof in recent years, including the redesign of public spaces and green areas.
Accessibility: one of the best in Delft
Accessibility scores highly, and rightly so. Tram stop Leeuwenstein (HTM line 1, towards Den Haag Centraal) and bus stops for lines 40, 55, and 69 are a few minutes' walk away. Delft station is reachable by bike in five to seven minutes, and by tram you can be at Den Haag Centraal in about twenty minutes. The A13 motorway towards Rotterdam and The Hague is accessible via the Kruithuisweg within a few minutes. Cycling to Delft city centre takes no more than ten minutes via the Papsouwselaan. Parking is free in parts of the neighbourhood, but around the flats it can become tight in the evenings.
Honest picture: nuisance and liveability
Residents give the Roland Holstbuurt an average score of 6.7 out of 10. Accessibility (9.0) and amenities (8.0) are highly rated, but there is room for improvement in terms of beauty (5.0), green space (6.0), and sense of community (6.0). Resident Joris describes it aptly: "In the neighbourhood, you have many amenities within walking distance, a shopping centre with many types of shops and several supermarkets. Unfortunately, there is nuisance from loitering youths, fatbikers, and junkies." He says he has encountered drug users several times in the stairwell of his flat. This is a real point to consider if you want to rent an apartment here. The nuisance is mainly concentrated around certain flat buildings, not throughout the entire neighbourhood. Read more experiences on the Roland Holstbuurt neighbourhood page.
Compared to neighbouring areas, the Roland Holstbuurt has more amenities than, for example, Poptahof-Noord or Poptahof-Zuid, which have a similar character but fewer shops in the immediate vicinity. The Voorhof-Hoogbouw area borders the neighbourhood and has a higher proportion of flats. If you are looking for a bit more peace within the same district, you could also consider the listings in the Aart van der Leeuwbuurt.
Who is a rental home in Roland Holstbuurt suitable for?
With a young population, many single-person households, and an average rental price of over a thousand euros in the private sector, the Roland Holstbuurt is particularly popular among students, starters, and young professionals working in Delft or The Hague. The proximity of Delft University of Technology also makes it attractive for PhD candidates and expats. For families with young children, the neighbourhood is less obvious due to the limited green play space and the aforementioned nuisance, although there are primary schools nearby. If you want to rent a home in Roland Holstbuurt, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) in advance, because with 81 rented homes in a year, apartments for rent here go quickly. For social rent, you can register via Woonnet Haaglanden; expect long waiting times. Would you rather consider buying? Then also check the listings for homes for sale in Roland Holstbuurt.
What residents say about Roland Holstbuurt
Based on resident reviews, the Roland Holstbuurt scores a 6.7 out of 10. The highest sub-score is accessibility with a 9.0, followed by amenities (8.0). The lowest score is for beauty (5.0), which fits the image of a functional post-war neighbourhood where public spaces are not always well-maintained. Resident Joris (6.7/10) describes the neighbourhood as "diverse" and appreciates the amenities, but warns about nuisance from loitering youths and drug use in some flats. Want to see all reviews and neighbourhood data? Then check the ratings for Roland Holstbuurt.
Compare rental homes in Roland Holstbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods
Rental prices in Roland Holstbuurt are in line with the rest of Voorhof, but are lower than, for example, in the Delft city centre, where you quickly pay more for a similar apartment. Within the district, the Mythologiebuurt and Poptahof-Zuid offer a similar price level, but with fewer shops around the corner. Looking more broadly? Then check all rental homes in the Voorhof district or the full range of rental homes in Delft. On Buurtje.nl, you can compare neighbourhoods based on neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and rental market data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Roland Holstbuurt, Delft?
The average rent in the free sector is €1,053 per month, with a range from €802 to €2,250. With an average floor area of 50 m², this works out to around €21 per m². Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but waiting times are long.
Are there social housing units in Roland Holstbuurt?
Yes, about 30% of homes in Roland Holstbuurt are owned by housing corporations. You can register via Woonnet Haaglanden. Waiting times for social housing in Delft can be several years, so register as early as possible.
What is it like to live in Roland Holstbuurt?
Residents rate the neighbourhood 6.7 out of 10. Accessibility (9.0) and amenities (8.0) score highly. Drawbacks are the attractiveness of public spaces (5.0) and nuisance from loitering youths and drug use in some apartment blocks. It is a diverse, young neighbourhood with many single-person households.
Is Roland Holstbuurt suitable for students and starters?
Definitely. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is between 15 and 25 years old (1,250 residents) and there are nearly 2,000 single-person households. TU Delft is nearby, the tram connection to The Hague is excellent, and many amenities are within walking distance. However, the average rent of €1,053 is a significant expense for starters.
How is the accessibility of Roland Holstbuurt?
Very good. Tram stop Leeuwenstein (line 1 to The Hague Central) is within walking distance. Delft station can be reached by bike in five to seven minutes. The A13 towards Rotterdam and The Hague is quickly accessible via the Kruithuisweg. Cycling to Delft city centre takes about ten minutes.
What amenities are there in Roland Holstbuurt?
Shopping centre In de Hoven is within walking distance, with several supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Lidl), shops and eateries. There are primary schools and daycare centres in the area. Sports facilities and swimming pool Kerkpolder can be reached by bike within ten minutes.
Is Roland Holstbuurt a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
The safety score is 7.0 out of 10, which is reasonable. Residents do report nuisance from loitering youths, fatbikers and drug users, especially in and around certain apartment blocks. The neighbourhood as a whole feels safe during the day, but in the evenings some stairwells can be unpleasant.
In the neighbourhood you have many amenities within walking distance, a shopping centre with many types of shops and several supermarkets. Unfortunately, there is nuisance in the neighbourhood and mainly in my building from loitering youths, fatbikers and junkies. I have encountered people on the stairs several times who were using drugs (crack). The fire escape is full of (stolen) stuff and other rubbish. Many packages are stolen in the building. The neighbourhood sometimes experiences nuisance from students (of which I am a part, not the nuisance).
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