Rental homes in Uitgeest

Renting in Uitgeest: a small municipality with limited but sought-after supply

Uitgeest is a compact municipality with around 13,400 residents in the heart of North Holland, nestled between the Uitgeestermeer and the Alkmaardermeer. Of the nearly 5,700 homes, only 27% are rental properties, the vast majority of which (21% of the total stock) are owned by housing associations. The private sector is therefore remarkably small: only about 6% of all homes fall into this category. This is reflected in the supply. Over the past twelve months, only two homes have been rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,250 per month. The range was between €1,150 and €1,350 per month. Want to see the current daily price and available supply? Check the overview at the top of this page.

The scarcity of supply is entirely due to the character of Uitgeest. This is a village where people stay for a long time. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years old, and 42% of households are married. Many homes are owner-occupied with an average WOZ value of €447,000. Nevertheless, Uitgeest is interesting for renters because of its location: Uitgeest station is an important hub where lines to Amsterdam, Alkmaar and Haarlem converge. Within half an hour you are at Amsterdam Central, making the village popular with commuters seeking peace outside the city.

Where to rent in Uitgeest? The neighbourhoods under the magnifying glass

Uitgeest as a municipality is fairly straightforward. It essentially consists of one main core, the village of Uitgeest itself, surrounded by agricultural land and water. Yet within the village there are clear differences in atmosphere and housing type. On Buurtje.nl, the Uitgeest district scores a 7.5 based on resident experiences, with notably high scores for community spirit (9.0) and beauty (9.0). That says a lot about how residents experience their village.

The old village centre, rustic and cosy

The heart of Uitgeest around the Middelweg and Langebuurt has a village character with small shops, a few catering establishments and the historic Jacobuskerk. Here you will mainly find older homes, both for sale and for rent. The atmosphere is quiet and friendly. Residents appreciate the mutual involvement: the community score of 9.0 is not without reason the highest sub-score. One resident describes it as a place where you still know your neighbours and where someone always keeps an eye on things. For those looking for a rental home with a village character, this is the place, although little becomes available.

New-build neighbourhoods on the outskirts, more spacious and modern

On the south and east sides of the village lie newer neighbourhoods with terraced houses and semi-detached homes. Many families with children live here, which fits the picture: households with children form the largest group in Uitgeest (2,242 households). The homes are more spacious, there is more greenery and you are close to the main roads towards the A9. Rental supply in the private sector occasionally appears here, but do not expect a large choice. The neighbourhood scores for safety (8.0) and accessibility (8.0) confirm that this is a pleasant place to live with a family.

What stands out in the resident rating is that amenities (6.0) and housing (6.0) receive the lowest scores. That is honest: Uitgeest has a limited range of shops (for larger groceries you go to Beverwijk or Heemskerk), and the housing supply, especially in the rental sector, is tight. Green space scores a 7.0, which may seem surprisingly low for a village, but the open polder landscape around the village is more expansive than wooded. For more reviews and experiences from residents, you can visit the municipality page of Uitgeest.

For whom is renting a home in Uitgeest a good choice?

Uitgeest best suits people who consciously choose village living with a good train connection. Think of couples or young families who work in Amsterdam or Haarlem but want peace in the evenings. With an average income of €39,800 and a labour participation rate of 69%, it is a working middle-class municipality. Renting an apartment in Uitgeest is difficult: the supply is minimal and goes quickly. If you are seriously looking, register with the local housing association (via the website of the municipality of Uitgeest you will find more information about housing allocation in the region). Prepare your documents, because when a rare rental home becomes available, you need to act fast.

Are you flexible on location? Then it is wise to also look at rental homes in Bergen or Aalsmeer for a similar village atmosphere. If you are looking for more supply and urban amenities, Amstelveen offers more possibilities. And if renting in Uitgeest does not work out, also check out the homes for sale in Uitgeest: with 73% owner-occupied homes, there is simply more choice there. Be honest with yourself: if you are looking for something in the short term, the chance in the private rental sector here is small.

Viewing the current rental supply in Uitgeest

On Buurtje.nl, we combine housing supply with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know what it is really like in the neighbourhood. At the top of this page, view the current supply of rental homes in Uitgeest, filter by price and surface area, and compare with municipalities in the region. Also take a look at the overview page of North Holland for a broader picture of the rental market in the province.