1 rental home in neighbourhood Schipluiden, Midden-Delfland

Rental prices and market figures Schipluiden, Midden-Delfland

Schipluiden is a owner-occupied dominated village: 71% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, only 29% is rental property. Of those rental properties, the majority are owned by a housing association (23% of the total stock), while private sector landlords account for a modest 6%. This makes the supply of rental properties in Schipluiden limited, especially in the private sector.

In the past twelve months, four private sector rental properties were rented out in Schipluiden, with an average rent of €2,056 per month. The range ran from €1,174 to €2,350 per month, with an average surface area of 96 m². That works out to approximately €21.40 per m² per month. These are exclusively private sector figures; social housing is not included and is generally significantly lower in price.

The average WOZ value in Schipluiden is €416,000, which is slightly lower than the district average of €471,000 and the municipal average of Midden-Delfland of €470,000. The neighbourhood is therefore relatively more affordable than the wider area, although the owner-occupied level remains high. For current rental prices and available rental properties to rent in Schipluiden, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Schipluiden, Midden-Delfland

Schipluiden is an authentic Dutch polder village in the heart of Midden-Delfland, nestled between Delft, Naaldwijk and Maassluis. The village has a distinctly rural character: ribbon development along polder ditches, a historic village centre with the characteristic Martinuskerk, and a direct surroundings that largely consist of grassland and horticultural area. Anyone looking for a rental home here consciously chooses peace, space and a village atmosphere, and not for urban vibrancy within walking distance.

The housing stock mainly consists of ground-based homes: detached houses, semi-detached houses and terraced houses, with a limited number of apartments. Some of the buildings date from the 1960s and 1970s, but there are also older properties in the historic core and more recent expansions on the edges of the village.

Facilities in Schipluiden

Schipluiden has a compact but functional facility structure for a village of this size. For daily groceries, there is a supermarket in the village itself, which is a plus for a core of over 3,400 residents. There are primary schools present, including primary school De Springplank, which makes the village attractive for young families. For secondary education, pupils are dependent on surrounding places such as Delft or Naaldwijk. For sports, football club Schipluiden is active, and the immediate surroundings are excellent for running, cycling and walking through the Midden-Delfland polders. More extensive shopping and catering facilities can be found in Delft or Den Hoorn, a short distance away.

Accessibility from Schipluiden

Schipluiden does not have its own train station. The nearest train stations are Delft (approximately 8 kilometres) and Naaldwijk, accessible via regional bus connections. Bus line 82 connects Schipluiden with Delft and the surrounding area. Travellers dependent on public transport must take into account longer travel times and limited frequency, especially in the evenings. By car, the location is more favourable: via the N468 and N211, the A4 and A20 are relatively quickly accessible, making trips to The Hague, Rotterdam and Delft easily feasible. Parking is not a problem in Schipluiden: there is no permit requirement and there is ample public parking space. For cyclists, there are good connections towards Delft and Den Hoorn via the polder roads.

Compared to neighbouring village Den Hoorn, which is closer to Delft and has a slightly more urban character, Schipluiden is quieter and more self-contained. Maasland in the district of the same name has a similar village character. Smaller cores such as Hodenpijl and 't Woudt are even quieter and have hardly any independent rental market supply. Anyone wanting more choice in rental properties in the region can also look at the broader supply of rental properties in the Schipluiden district or all rental properties in Midden-Delfland.

Residents give Schipluiden a remarkably high rating. On the neighbourhood page of Schipluiden, the neighbourhood scores a 10.0 on all subcategories, including safety, community and green space. Resident Alex, who grew up in the village, describes it as: "Good and cosy." and emphasises the warm, familiar atmosphere. One review is of course a limited basis for hard conclusions, but the tone fits the image of a close-knit, small-scale residential community.

Does renting in Schipluiden suit you?

Schipluiden mainly attracts families and people in the 45-plus age category who consciously choose peace and space outside the city. With 530 households with children and a marriage rate of 47%, this is clearly a family village. Starters and students will be less likely to find an apartment to rent in Schipluiden: supply is scarce, private sector prices are high, and social housing has waiting lists. Anyone wanting to rent a home in Schipluiden in the social sector would be wise to register in time with the relevant housing association active in the Midden-Delfland region. Respond quickly to available rental properties in the private sector: supply is limited and homes are usually rented out quickly. Anyone wanting more choice or having a lower budget can also explore Gaag-Schipluiden or Negenhuizen en Zouteveen. If renting proves too expensive or too scarce, it is also worth looking at the owner-occupied market supply, because 71% of homes in Schipluiden are owner-occupied.

What residents say about Schipluiden

Schipluiden receives a total score of 10.0 out of 10 from residents, based on resident experiences. All subscores, from safety and accessibility to community and green space, are at the highest level. Resident Alex, who grew up there, characterises the village as "Good and cosy" and emphasises the warm environment. Although the number of reviews is limited, this image fits a village where people stay for a long time and have a strong local bond. See all reviews and neighbourhood data on the residents' page of Schipluiden. Buurtje.nl collects these kinds of experiences so that tenants get an honest picture of a neighbourhood, not just of the home itself.

Comparing rental properties in and around Schipluiden

Schipluiden is a quiet, green polder core with a limited but stable rental market supply. For comparison: Den Hoorn is closer to Delft and generally has more supply, while Maasland offers a similar village character in another corner of the municipality. For the total supply in the municipality, we refer to rental properties in Midden-Delfland. More about the municipality itself, its policy and local facilities can be found on the website of the municipality of Midden-Delfland. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also see the district page of Schipluiden for a broader overview of this part of Midden-Delfland.