Rental homes in Steenwijk, Steenwijkerland

What does a rental property cost in Steenwijk?

Steenwijk has a remarkably balanced housing market: 48% of the more than 8,500 homes are rental properties, and 52% are owner-occupied. That is a significant share of rentals for a place of this size. Of the total housing stock, 38% belongs to housing associations, meaning the social rental sector is strongly represented here. The remaining 11% falls under private and other landlords. In the free sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €895 per month, with a range of €495 to €1,400. However, with only 18 transactions in a whole year, supply in the free sector is tight. The average WOZ value in Steenwijk is €258,000, considerably lower than the municipal average of €309,000 in Steenwijkerland. This makes renting in Steenwijk relatively affordable compared to the surrounding villages. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and available supply.

Green and quiet, but not without caveats

On the district page of Steenwijk, residents rate their living environment an 8.2 out of 10. That is a solid score, with accessibility (9.0) and the beauty of the surroundings (8.5) standing out in particular. Steenwijk has its own train station with direct connections to Zwolle and Leeuwarden, and the A32 is just a few minutes' drive away. That explains the high accessibility score. The green environment also scores well: resident Cjhc describes the Woldmeenthe neighbourhood as "a nice place to live" with plenty of greenery, water, playgrounds and well-maintained public spaces. If you want to search specifically in that area, you can look at the supply in Woldmeenthe.

Yet the picture is not entirely rosy everywhere. Resident Jesse appreciates the safety but notes that there is "slight nuisance from drug dealing" at the popular pond in the park. And Elma, who gives a 6.0, finds that people are rather reserved and that the bus connections could be better. She walks twenty minutes to the centre for an Albert Heijn or snack bar. According to her, playgrounds for young children are limited, although the schools are good. So it is worth taking a close look at which neighbourhood you end up in. The centre offers short distances to shops and restaurants, while neighbourhoods like Oostermeenthe and Clingenborgh offer more space and tranquillity.

Steenwijk is not a bustling city. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years old, and with 4,315 residents aged 65 and over, the town has a significant ageing population. At the same time, there are about 2,535 children under 15 and nearly 4,000 25- to 45-year-olds, so families are certainly present. With an average income of €31,600, slightly below the municipal average of €33,900, it is not a wealthy exception. But the combination of affordable rental properties in Steenwijk, a good train station and the proximity of the Weerribben-Wieden National Park makes it a logical choice for many people. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Steenwijkerland.

Renting in Steenwijk: for whom and for whom not?

A rental home in Steenwijk is particularly interesting for starters who want affordable housing with good train connections to Zwolle, for seniors seeking peace and greenery, and for families who value good primary schools. The large number of single-person households (3,195, the largest category) shows that many people living alone also find a place here, although renting an apartment in Steenwijk in the free sector is not always easy given the limited supply. If you are looking for a vibrant nightlife or a lot of cultural offerings, then Steenwijk is probably too quiet for you. If you prefer to buy, you can view the supply of owner-occupied homes in Steenwijk, where entry prices are relatively accessible due to the lower WOZ value.

Find a rental property in Steenwijk directly

Via Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Steenwijk in one place, including resident reviews and neighbourhood data so you know what to expect. Use the filters at the top to search by price, surface area or energy label. Would you like to explore more broadly? Then also check what is available in the rest of Steenwijkerland, or look at nearby villages like Oldemarkt and Scheerwolde.