Rental homes in Voorst

Renting a home in Voorst: between Apeldoorn and Deventer, but with its own character

The municipality of Voorst is one of the greenest municipalities in Gelderland, with villages such as Twello, Wilp, Klarenbeek and Teuge. Of the more than 10,900 homes, approximately 33% are rental properties. The largest share (23% of the total) is owned by housing associations such as Ieder1 and Mijande Wonen, which offer social housing. The remaining 10% consists of private rentals and the free sector. In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,465 per month, with a range of €400 to €3,750. This high upper limit is explained by the spacious detached houses and farmhouses that regularly come onto the market in this municipality: the average rented property was no less than 260 m². For the current daily price and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Voorst benefits from its location between Apeldoorn and Deventer. Twello station offers a direct train connection to both cities, and via the A1 you are quickly in Zwolle or heading towards the Randstad. This makes the municipality attractive for commuters who want to live more spaciously than in the city itself. At the same time, supply in the free sector is limited: only 29 homes were rented out in the past year. So anyone looking for a rental home must act quickly.

From Twello to Wilp: where is the best place to rent in Voorst?

The municipality of Voorst consists of several villages and hamlets, each with its own atmosphere. Below is an overview of the main areas for renters.

Twello-Nijbroek: the beating heart of the municipality

Twello is the largest village and the service centre of the municipality. Here you will find supermarkets, primary schools, GPs, sports clubs and the train station. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the Twello-Nijbroek district an 8.4 out of 10. Accessibility and greenery score particularly highly. One resident describes it as a village where you have everything you need, without the hustle and bustle of a city. For families, Twello is a logical choice: there are several primary schools and the education sub-score stands at 8.5. Most of the rental supply in the free sector is concentrated here, ranging from apartments to spacious single-family homes.

Voorst district: rural living with character

The village of Voorst itself is smaller and more rural than Twello. The Voorst district scores an 8.0 among residents. Here you live among meadows and estates, with the IJssel within walking distance. It is a place for people who consciously choose peace and space. Facilities are more limited than in Twello, so a car is practically indispensable here. If you want to rent a home in a truly village-like environment, you can sometimes find special properties here, such as former farmhouses or homes on estates.

Wilp and Klarenbeek-Teuge: affordable and practical

Wilp is close to the A1 and therefore attracts people who work towards Deventer or Apeldoorn. The village has its own primary school and an active club life. Klarenbeek and Teuge are the smallest centres, with Teuge known for its airfield. Klarenbeek has an industrial past and is somewhat more down-to-earth in character. In these villages, rents are generally lower than in Twello, although supply is also smaller.

What stands out in the resident figures: the municipality scores highly across the board on greenery (9.3) and accessibility (9.0), but the community score is the lowest at 6.0. This fits the picture of a commuter municipality where people work elsewhere during the day. On the municipal page for Voorst you can read all the reviews and compare the scores per category.

Who is renting in Voorst suitable for, and who is it not?

Renting in Voorst suits a number of specific target groups well. Families with children looking for space will find single-family homes with gardens, good schools and a safe environment (safety score: 8.0). Commuters working in Apeldoorn, Deventer or Zwolle benefit from the location on the A1 and the train line. And over-55s who want to move from the city to a quieter place feel at home here: more than a quarter of residents are aged 65 or over.

But let's be honest: if you are a starter looking for an affordable apartment to rent, Voorst is difficult. The free sector is expensive with an average of €1,465 per month, and supply is small. For social housing, you can register with the housing associations via WoningNet Stedendriehoek, but waiting times are long. Those looking for more urban amenities or a vibrant nightlife are better off in Apeldoorn or Arnhem. And if you are considering buying instead of renting: with an average WOZ value of €431,000, that is also not a cheap option, but definitely check out the homes for sale in Voorst as an alternative. On the website of the municipality of Voorst you will find information about housing policy and local schemes for tenants.

Practical tips: prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) before you respond. In a market with only 29 rented homes per year, every day counts. Also register with local estate agents and rental platforms, and keep an eye on supply in neighbouring municipalities.

Searching for rental homes in the municipality of Voorst

At the top of this page you will find the current rental supply in Voorst, including filters for price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines housing supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Also take a look at the supply in neighbouring municipalities such as Barneveld or Berkelland, or explore the entire province of Gelderland for more options.