Rental homes in Schothorst-Noord, Amersfoort
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Renting in Schothorst-Noord: a tight private sector, but affordable compared to the rest of Amersfoort
Of the more than 3,290 homes in Schothorst-Noord, 37% are rental properties. The vast majority of these are owned by housing associations: 34% of the total stock falls under social housing, while only 3% is with other landlords. This means the private sector here is particularly small. In the past twelve months, only 2 private sector homes were rented out, with an average rent of €1,212 per month and a range between €940 and €1,485 per month (excluding social housing, average size 74 m²). That is notably lower than what you pay in many other Amersfoort neighbourhoods.
The average WOZ value in Schothorst-Noord is €380,000, clearly below the municipal average of €432,000. The average income per resident (€36,200) is also somewhat lower than the Amersfoort average of €41,400. This colours the profile of the neighbourhood: it is not an exclusive area, but an accessible, largely housing-association-dominated neighbourhood with a stable composition. For the most current rents and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Green, quiet and practical: daily life in Schothorst-Noord
Residents give Schothorst-Noord a 7.6 on Buurtje.nl, and if you read the reviews, you understand why that score is exactly what it is: not bad, but not entirely positive either. The neighbourhood scores best on green space (8.2), education (8.5) and amenities (8.2), and this is clearly noticeable in practice. Sven writes: "The park is really nice to have nearby. There is a choice of several supermarkets and shopping centres. The city centre is also very easy to reach." Park Schothorst is a daily destination for many residents, and the proximity of Amersfoort Schothorst station also makes the neighbourhood attractive for people who regularly take the train.
However, there is also a downside. Safety scores 7.2 and several residents mention this as a point of concern. Joop writes: "Unfortunately, we regularly have trouble with loitering youths here, especially in the evenings. This gives a rather unsafe feeling." Elias, who has lived in the neighbourhood for twelve years, recognises this: "We regularly have trouble with youths hanging around the school playground. We also see very few police." Both residents advocate for more police presence. To be honest, it is a recurring theme in the reviews, so if you like to walk outside in the evenings, that is something to bear in mind. Read all experiences on the Schothorst-Noord neighbourhood page, where the sub-scores per category are also broken down.
The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. Het Gein is described by resident Beaudine as "positive and flexible", with open streets and good visibility. Park Schothorst lies directly adjacent to the park of the same name and attracts people who spend a lot of time outdoors. If you are looking for more urban amenities, you can also look at Camera Obscurastraat and surroundings or Elly Takmastraat and surroundings. Accessibility by bike and public transport is good; getting to the Emiclaer recreation area by car is, according to Sven, a bit more difficult.
Renting in Schothorst-Noord: who is this suitable for, and who is it not?
Schothorst-Noord is a logical choice for people looking for an affordable rental home in a quiet, green environment with good amenities within walking distance. The neighbourhood attracts many families and over-45s, and a large proportion of households consist of single-person households (1,265 units). If you are looking for an apartment to rent in Schothorst-Noord via the private sector, the supply is limited and variable. If you want to buy, you have more choice: check the supply of homes for sale in Schothorst-Noord as an alternative. For a livelier, more urban living environment, neighbourhoods such as Stadskern or the up-and-coming Eemkwartier may be a better fit.
Finding rental homes in Schothorst-Noord: how to do it smartly
Because the private sector supply in Schothorst-Noord is limited, it pays to also look at adjacent neighbourhoods such as Soesterkwartier or Nederberg. Buurtje.nl collects current supply and combines it with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you can compare a rental home in Schothorst-Noord with the rest of rental homes in Amersfoort. The current supply, the average rent at this moment and the average time to rent can be found at the top of this page. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amersfoort.
Frequently asked questions
What does a rental house cost in Schothorst-Noord?
In the private sector, the average rent in Schothorst-Noord over the past year was €1,212 per month, with a range of €940 to €1,485 per month. The average floor area was 74 m². These figures exclude social housing. The private sector supply is limited; most rental homes in the neighbourhood are social housing through a housing association.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Schothorst-Noord?
Schothorst-Noord has a large stock of housing association properties: 34% of all homes are social housing. The waiting time for a social housing home in Amersfoort is managed via Woningnet and can take several years, depending on the type of home and registration period. For current waiting times, you can visit the website of the municipality of Amersfoort or contact the relevant housing association.
Is Schothorst-Noord a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents rate safety a 7.2 out of 10. Several residents mention nuisance from loitering youths, especially in the evenings around school playgrounds, and indicate they would appreciate more police presence. During the day, the neighbourhood is experienced as quiet and well-organised. This is a point to consider if you are thinking of renting a home in Schothorst-Noord.
How accessible is Schothorst-Noord by public transport?
The neighbourhood has its own train station, Amersfoort Schothorst, and also bus connections nearby. Residents are positive about accessibility to the city by bike and public transport. Getting to the Emiclaer recreation area by car is considered somewhat cumbersome by residents. Accessibility scores a 7.2 in resident reviews.
Are there good schools near Schothorst-Noord?
Education is the highest-scoring category in resident reviews of Schothorst-Noord, with an 8.5 out of 10. The neighbourhood has a relatively large group of families with children (over 1,000 residents under 15), suggesting that the school supply and quality are perceived as good. For specific schools in the area, you can consult the website of the municipality of Amersfoort.
There's a relaxed atmosphere here in the neighbourhood. Everyone gets along well. Unfortunately, we do regularly have trouble with loitering youths, especially in the evenings. This gives a rather unsafe feeling, as I've also heard stories of street robberies. We would therefore like to see more police presence, as there is hardly any here. There are many schools in the area, so that's fine. There are also plenty of supermarkets, as well as snack bars and cinemas, for example. The city centre is also close by. It's reasonably clean here, but it could be better. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by car, bike, and on foot.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's great to have the park nearby. There are several supermarkets and shopping centres to choose from. The city is also very easy to reach. I just think it's difficult to get to Emiclaer by car.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood Het Gein is a positive but also a flexible neighbourhood. We have both a train station and a bus station nearby. Amersfoort Schothorst. The cycle paths are fine, set apart from the road. They are open streets, which provides a lot of overview and thus remains public.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 12 years and it's truly a beautiful neighbourhood! However, we regularly have trouble with young people hanging around the school playground. We also see very little police, which is a real shame. Our street is very cosy, but unfortunately it's not like we regularly visit each other for coffee or anything, I'd like to see more of that. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by both public transport and car. There are more than enough amenities in the area, such as supermarkets, sports clubs, playgrounds, schools, etc. As mentioned, there are many schools, both primary, secondary and higher education. Education here is actually very good. All in all, it's a very nice, well-equipped and sociable neighbourhood, but we would really appreciate seeing more police.
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