Rental homes in Soesterkwartier, Amersfoort
View the current rental property listings in Soesterkwartier, Amersfoort. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Soesterkwartier?
Soesterkwartier is predominantly a tenant neighbourhood: about 60% of the more than 5,900 homes are rental properties. Of these, 42% are owned by a housing corporation, while 18% are offered through other landlords. This means the private sector is relatively small here, and you notice that in the competition. In the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), the average rent over the past year was €1,452 per month, with a range from €445 to €2,250. The average size of those homes was 89 m². That is striking, because the WOZ value in Soesterkwartier, at €363,000, is well below the Amersfoort average of €432,000. So you pay less for a home to buy here, but on the private rental market the difference with the rest of Amersfoort is less pronounced. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and the current supply.
Working-class neighbourhood with character: how residents experience Soesterkwartier
Soesterkwartier scores a 7.1 out of 10 based on resident reviews on Buurtje.nl. That is not an exceptionally high score, and it fits a neighbourhood that honestly has two faces. Residents particularly appreciate the education (8.1), safety (7.8) and green character (7.4). One resident describes it as a "nostalgic neighbourhood" with "beautiful old trees, 1930s houses and a good atmosphere with warm people from different backgrounds." That atmosphere of an old-fashioned working-class neighbourhood, where neighbours look out for each other and you are invited to street parties, comes back in several reviews. Resident Lanikai writes: "I have lived here for 10 years and I don't have many problems with the neighbourhood. I don't have much contact with other residents, but I still always get invited to street parties."
At the same time, there are clear points for attention. The scores for accessibility (6.3) and amenities (6.3) are mediocre. At supermarkets, there is nuisance from loitering youths, something several residents mention. One reviewer puts it bluntly: "The once beautiful working-class neighbourhood is in decay, especially the part with only rental houses." That is a harsh opinion, but it shows that the experience varies greatly per street. In the Bomenbuurt and Bloemenbuurt-Oost you will find the quieter, greener parts with that characteristic 1930s architecture. Around the Gerrit van Stellingwerfstraat and towards the Noordewierweg it is messier and residents feel more social pressure.
In terms of accessibility: Soesterkwartier is within walking distance of Amersfoort Central station, which is a big plus for commuters. By bike you are in the city centre in five minutes. Yet residents do not score accessibility highly, presumably because the bus network within the neighbourhood is limited and parking is sometimes difficult. Read more about the neighbourhood, the neighbourhood scores and all experiences of residents on the neighbourhood page of Soesterkwartier. The municipality of Amersfoort has been investing in the public space of the neighbourhood in recent years, but residents notice this to varying degrees.
Renting in Soesterkwartier: for whom and for whom not?
With an average income of €36,700 and a large share of single-person households (2,625 of the more than 5,900 households), Soesterkwartier mainly attracts starters and singles looking for an affordable rental home near the centre. The neighbourhood is also suitable if you are young and want to live urban without paying the prices of the Stadskern. For families with children it is more mixed: the schools score well, but some residents miss playground equipment and complain about loitering youths. If you are looking for more peace and quiet, the nearby De Koppel is an option. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Soesterkwartier, because with a WOZ value below the Amersfoort average, it can be surprisingly accessible here.
Searching for a rental home in Soesterkwartier
On Buurtje.nl you combine current housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you can not only compare renting a house in Soesterkwartier by price, but also by liveability. Use the filters at the top to search by price, size or energy label. Want to look broader? Then compare the supply with the newer Eemkwartier or the adjacent Isselt. This way you will find the rental home that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Soesterkwartier?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,452 per month, with an average floor area of 89 m². The range ran from €445 to €2,250. This excludes social housing through housing associations.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental home in Soesterkwartier?
Approximately 42% of homes in Soesterkwartier are owned by housing corporations, which is relatively high. Waiting times for social housing in Amersfoort are managed by housing corporations such as Portaal and de Alliantie and average several years. Registration via the regional housing distribution system is necessary.
Is Soesterkwartier a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety at 7.8 out of 10, which is above average. However, several residents report nuisance from loitering youths near supermarkets. The experience varies by street: the Bomenbuurt and Bloemenbuurt are perceived as quieter than the area around the Noordewierweg.
Can I rent an apartment in Soesterkwartier near the station?
Yes, Soesterkwartier is within walking distance of Amersfoort Central station. Especially in the Puntenburg area and around the railway yard, you will find apartments close to the station. The neighbourhood is therefore popular with commuters who travel by public transport.
Are there good schools in Soesterkwartier for families looking to rent a home?
Education scores the highest of all categories in resident reviews at 8.1. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood. However, some residents indicate that more play facilities for children are needed. The green layout with old trees makes the neighbourhood attractive for families, despite the limited amenities (score: 6.3).
Fine, but there could be more playground equipment for the children. Better enforcement for the loitering youth.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful old trees, green neighbourhood in the district, 1930s houses, good atmosphere, friendly, warm-hearted people from different backgrounds. Harmony and everyone is there for each other. Good accessibility by bus, bike or car. Centrally located near the city centre and central station.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe once beautiful working-class neighbourhood is now in decay, especially the part with only rental houses. Too much "a" social control: if you sell things from your home to different people, you're already labelled a drug dealer. The Noordewierweg, what a mess; at the front near the Opidium you can already tell that the streets along this road are not doing well. Subsidence has already been recorded, also by myself. Shops are disappearing, and if something comes back, it's only "I don't understand, I'm a refugee" vibe. Activities for the youth? The municipality of Amersfoort doesn't know; nothing is done about youngsters who mess things up or destroy things. Covered bus stops have been removed. Drug dealers are present in many places in the Soesterkwartier. Everything could be better.
Auto-translated to English by AIGreen, beautiful trees, centrally located. Nice, safe neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 10 years and I don't have many problems with the neighbourhood. I don't have much contact with the other residents but I'm still always invited to street parties and stuff.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy old working-class neighbourhood. Unfortunately, trouble with youngsters (antisocial) at supermarkets. Otherwise cosy, good contact with neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone is there for each other. Houses are a bit on the old side, but that has its charm too. Lots of green spaces and schools. Plenty for children and everything nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AIHet Soesterkwartier, but especially Rivierenwijk-Oost, is a great neighbourhood to live in! Only friendly neighbours who are always there for you. There is quite a lot of green in the neighbourhood, take for example the beautiful green belt. And with the renovation plans for the Noordewierweg, the heart of the neighbourhood, it will become even better. Accessibility is fine, you can get into the neighbourhood quickly, getting out a bit less quickly ;) You can be in the city centre or at the station in a few minutes, and in the neighbourhood itself you have all the facilities you need. Nice and good primary schools for every taste, Dalton education, regular or for highly gifted children. Secondary schools are (almost) all within half an hour's bike ride. And the 1930s houses complete it all.
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