Rental homes in Rouveen Streek-Zuid, Staphorst

Rental prices and market figures for Rouveen Streek-Zuid, Staphorst

Rouveen Streek-Zuid is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 78% of homes are owned by residents, only 22% are rented. Of those rental properties, 7% are owned by a housing association (social rent) and 14% belong to other landlords (private sector). This means that the supply of rental homes in Rouveen Streek-Zuid is limited, and most available rental properties are in the private sector. Current rental prices and the average time to let can be found at the top of this page.

The average WOZ value in Rouveen Streek-Zuid is €358,000, slightly higher than the neighbourhood average of Rouveen (core) (€348,000) and also above the municipal average of Staphorst (€350,000). This higher WOZ level is generally reflected in private sector rental prices. The average income per resident is approximately €32,300 per year, which is just below the municipal average of €33,200. If you want to know what a home in this neighbourhood costs to buy instead of rent, check the supply of homes for sale in Rouveen Streek-Zuid.

Living in Rouveen Streek-Zuid, Staphorst

Rouveen Streek-Zuid is a quiet, green ribbon neighbourhood south of the core of Rouveen, in the municipality of Staphorst. The neighbourhood consists largely of detached houses and semi-detached houses along the typical Overijssel strip parcelling: elongated plots, farmhouses and homes along a main road, surrounded by meadows and ditches. It is a neighbourhood that cannot be compared to an urban district or a new-build location. Here you live in the countryside, but not remotely.

With 970 residents, the neighbourhood is compact. The largest age group consists of 25- to 45-year-olds, and families with children are the most common household type. This is reflected in the street scene: bicycles at the door, toys in the garden, and a community that knows each other. Almost half of the residents are married (47%), which underlines the family character of the neighbourhood.

Facilities in Rouveen Streek-Zuid

The neighbourhood itself has no supermarket or shopping centre, but the facilities of Rouveen (core) are within short cycling distance. In Rouveen you will find a primary school, a small supermarket and a few local shops. For more extensive shopping and facilities, you drive on to Staphorst or Meppel. Sports clubs in the area focus strongly on football and volleyball, fitting the agricultural community. Childcare and primary education are available in the nearby core. The municipality of Staphorst has more information about local facilities on the website of the municipality of Staphorst.

Accessibility of Rouveen Streek-Zuid

By car, you can quickly reach the A28 motorway via the N377, the motorway towards Zwolle and Meppel. Zwolle is about a 20-minute drive away, Meppel about 15 minutes. Public transport is limited: bus services run along the main routes in the municipality, but a train station is not within walking distance. Meppel station or Zwolle station are the nearest train stations. For daily travel, a car or bicycle is almost indispensable in this neighbourhood. Parking is not a problem: most homes have their own driveway or yard, and there is no paid parking or permit zones.

By bicycle, you can reach the centre of Rouveen in a few minutes. The cycle connections along the ribbon structure are good, although cycling along busy through roads requires some getting used to.

What residents appreciate and what they like less

Residents of Rouveen Streek-Zuid appreciate the peace, space and close-knit community. The neighbourhood has a strong local character that does not appeal to everyone, but once you live here, you often stay for a long time. On the neighbourhood page of Rouveen Streek-Zuid you can read the experiences and reviews of residents. One resident describes it as: "You really live out here, with space around you and people who say hello. But don't expect urban facilities around the corner." That sums it up well. Less positive are some residents about the limited public transport connections and the fact that you need a car for almost everything.

Compared to Rouveen Streek-Noord, Rouveen Streek-Zuid has a similar character, but is located slightly further from the immediate core. If you are looking for more urban proximity, you can also look at rental properties in Rouveen (core), where the facilities are a bit closer.

Is renting in Rouveen Streek-Zuid right for you?

Living in Rouveen Streek-Zuid is most suitable for families and couples who consciously choose peace, space and a village community, and who are not dependent on public transport. First-time buyers looking for a rental home with a low rent in the social sector should take into account a limited housing association supply (7% of the housing stock) and possibly long waiting lists at the housing association. Private sector rental properties in this neighbourhood are relatively scarce and are usually rented out quickly, given the limited size of the supply. Prepare your documents, respond quickly to available rental properties and register in time with the regional housing association for social rent. Is buying an option? Then also check the homes for sale in Rouveen Streek-Zuid as an alternative. Tenants who want to compare more supply can also look at rental properties in Staphorst as a whole.

What residents say about Rouveen Streek-Zuid

Residents generally rate Rouveen Streek-Zuid positively, particularly in terms of peace, safety and social cohesion. The scores for green space and living environment are high. Residents are less enthusiastic about accessibility by public transport and the limited local facilities. One resident writes: "It is wonderfully quiet here and the neighbourhood feels safe, but without a car you can't get anywhere." See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Rouveen Streek-Zuid. These resident reviews have been collected via Buurtje.nl and provide a realistic picture of daily life in the neighbourhood.

Compare rental properties in and around Rouveen Streek-Zuid

Are you looking for a rental property in the area but want to compare more options? In addition to Rouveen Streek-Zuid, there are several neighbourhoods and districts in the municipality that may be of interest. Check the supply in Rouveen (core) for more proximity to facilities, or explore Staphorst (core) for a slightly larger range of facilities. If you are looking for more space and rural character, you can also look at Rouveen (rural area). Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home, but also the right neighbourhood.