Rental homes in Veltum, Venray

Renting in Veltum: a small private sector with high prices

Veltum is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm. Of the more than 1,799 homes, 61% are owner-occupied and only 38% are rental properties. The majority of those rental properties are owned by a housing association (34%), making the private sector very small. Over the past twelve months, only 3 private-sector homes were rented out in Veltum, with an average rent of €1,475 per month and a range of €1,300 to €1,750 per month. The average size of those homes was 166 m², indicating that these are generally larger family homes. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Veltum (€314,000) is almost equal to the municipal average of Venray (€315,000). For current rental prices and the daily changing supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Veltum: a quiet neighbourhood that appeals mainly to older people

Walking around Veltum, you quickly notice that things are calm. The neighbourhood has a strongly ageing profile: the largest age group is 65-plus, with over 1,200 residents out of a total of 3,780 inhabitants. That colours the atmosphere. Veltum is not a neighbourhood where you expect much street life in the evening, but residents appreciate the peace and the manageable scale of the area. On the neighbourhood page for Veltum, you can read what residents themselves say about living here. A recurring theme in the reviews is social cohesion: people know each other, neighbours look out for one another. At the same time, criticism is also voiced: the range of shops in the neighbourhood itself is limited, and for larger groceries or going out, you have to rely on the centre of Venray. Accessibility by car is good, but those without a car find that Veltum is not the most lively base.

The neighbourhood consists of two sub-areas. In Veltum 1, you will find slightly more mixed housing, while Veltum 2 has a quieter, greener character. Both sub-areas fit the broader profile of Veltum: family homes, little high-rise, and a neighbourhood that is not intrusive. The average household income of €36,700 is slightly above the municipal average of €34,700, indicating that Veltum is a stable, middle-class neighbourhood. Renting in Veltum is therefore not a cheap choice: the private sector is scarce and prices are correspondingly high.

For those considering renting in the region but wanting more choice, there are alternatives nearby. The neighbourhood Heide and the smaller Merselo have a similar village character. Those seeking more dynamism can also look at Ysselsteyn or the more rural surroundings of Vredepeel. More information about life and living in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Venray.

Does a rental home in Veltum suit you, or should you look elsewhere?

Veltum is most suitable for renters seeking peace, who do not want to miss a car, and feel at home in a neighbourhood with a somewhat older resident profile. Families who want to live long-term and have the financial means fit in well, although the supply of rental homes in Veltum is extremely limited. For starters, young people, or those looking for an apartment to rent in Veltum as a temporary solution, the chance of availability is small. If you are considering staying in the neighbourhood but want more certainty, it is worth also looking at the supply of homes for sale in Veltum. That segment is considerably larger.

Find current rental listings in Veltum

Buurtje.nl collects the available rental listings in Veltum and surroundings daily, including neighbourhood data, resident reviews, and filters on size, price, and energy label. Because the private sector supply in Veltum is scarce, it pays to also look at rental properties in Venray as a whole via the overview of rental properties in Venray, or at the nearby Smakt. The current supply and average time to rent can be found at the top of this page.