Rental homes in West, Venray
Looking for a rental property in West, Venray? Check the current listings on this page and read what residents say about living in this neighbourhood.
Renting in West: a housing association neighbourhood with limited private sector supply
West is one of the most rental-oriented neighbourhoods in Venray: 61% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, the vast majority of which (57%) are owned by a housing association. This makes West a typical social housing neighbourhood, with a modest private sector. In the past twelve months, only 4 private sector homes were rented out, with an average rent of €1,337 per month and a range of €1,214 to €1,460 per month. This concerns only the private sector, excluding social housing. For current daily prices and availability, please consult the overview at the top of this page.
The WOZ value in West averages €233,000, which is considerably lower than the municipal average of €315,000. The average income of €28,800 per year is also below the Venray average of €34,700. This gives West a more accessible character than many other neighbourhoods in the municipality, but it also means that the private sector is small and supply remains limited. Anyone looking for a rental home in West will in most cases focus on the social rental market through the housing association. Also check the supply of homes for sale in West if you want to compare more options.
West from the inside: a neighbourhood you get to know
West scores an 8.5 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident experiences. That is a solid score, and reading the reviews explains why. Residents particularly appreciate the accessibility (9.6) and amenities (9.4). Margo Verstegen describes it aptly: "You are quickly on the connecting roads to Venlo, Nijmegen, Eindhoven and not far from the German border. The range of shops is excellent. It is a tidy neighbourhood." That combination of a central location and daily amenities within walking distance makes West practically attractive.
The social character of the neighbourhood is recognisable and small-scale. One resident describes their street as a place where people make very different choices in contact: one neighbour keeps to herself, the couple further down wants to help everyone but doesn't always get the space to do so. That is West: not an anonymous flat neighbourhood, but also not a perfect village community. The community score of 8.0 reflects that honestly. The greenery scores an 8.4, but not everyone is satisfied with how the municipality handles it. One resident writes regretfully about the disappearance of allotment gardens: "so lovely, so beautiful planting strawberries with our grandchildren, but unfortunately, the municipality decides: get rid of them." Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of West, where the full scores per category are also listed.
There are also less rosy sounds. A resident at the edge of the woods reports nuisance from pests and rubbish around the flat, and feels that the municipality does not intervene. Such signals are worth considering if you are thinking of renting a home in West. The neighbourhood has nice sides, but also requires realistic expectations. The neighbourhood Noordwest and the adjacent West midden each have their own atmosphere and supply, and are worth a look if you want to compare within West. West zuid also has its own character. More about the municipality can be found on the official website of the municipality of Venray.
Renting in West: who is this suitable for and who is it not?
West mainly attracts older residents: the 65-plus group, with over 1,000 inhabitants, is the largest age category. Single-person households are dominant. This makes West suitable for people seeking peace, wanting to live close to amenities, and not dependent on a busy social life in the neighbourhood. Young families and starters can also find a place, but must take into account a limited private sector supply and a waiting time for social housing. Those looking for a larger or more luxurious apartment will find little choice in West. In that case, also check rental properties in Venray more broadly, or consider neighbourhoods such as Heide or Merselo.
Searching for a rental home in West: how to find the current supply
The supply of rental properties in West is limited, especially in the private sector. At the top of this page you can see how many homes are currently available and what the current average rent is. Buurtje.nl combines this with neighbourhood data and resident reviews, so you can not only compare renting a home in West by price, but also by living environment. Want to look further? Then also check the supply in Ysselsteyn, Vredepeel or Smakt.
Frequently asked questions
What does a rental property cost in West, Venray?
In the private sector, properties in West have been rented for an average of €1,337 per month over the past twelve months. The range was between €1,214 and €1,460 per month. These are exclusively private sector properties, excluding social housing via the housing association. The current supply and daily prices can be found at the top of this page.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in West, Venray?
West has a large social housing stock: 57% of homes are owned by a housing association. The waiting time for a social rental property in Venray depends on your registration period with the housing association and the availability in the desired neighbourhood. For current waiting times, it is best to contact the housing association active in the municipality of Venray.
Is West in Venray a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
Residents rate safety in West at 8.8 out of 10, which is one of the higher scores in the district. However, there are also reports of nuisance, such as rubbish around flats and problems with pests in certain parts of the neighbourhood. Overall, West is described as a tidy and quiet neighbourhood.
How accessible is West in Venray if I rent an apartment there?
Accessibility is West's strongest asset: residents give it a 9.6 out of 10. The neighbourhood is conveniently located relative to main roads towards Venlo, Nijmegen and Eindhoven. The German border is also relatively close. Public transport and daily amenities are easily accessible from the neighbourhood.
Is West suitable for families looking to rent a house in Venray?
West has primary and secondary schools in the area, a swimming pool and sports fields within walking distance. However, the neighbourhood is heavily ageing: the largest age group is 65-plus. Families can certainly live here, but the supply of private sector rental properties is small. Those wanting more choice can also look at the broader range of rental properties in Venray or nearby neighbourhoods.
It is a good neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIAt number 2 lives an older woman who doesn't want anything to do with anyone. At number 4 live a man and a woman who do talk to other neighbours. At number 6 live an ageing couple who want to help everyone but don't always get the chance. At number 8 lives the youngest resident of the street. That's going well. I live at number 10 and am happy to help the others if needed. At number 12 live the ageing man and woman who don't get along with everyone, same as at number 6. They don't interact well with everyone. At number 14 live a man and woman whose children have already left home. They live there nicely. And at number 16 lives a whole family who just moved in. That's going well.
Auto-translated to English by AIWhat a shame and I want to bring to light once again is the removal of allotment gardens... which were in nobody's way because everything was already made of stone, it was so nice, so beautiful, we planted strawberries with our grandchildren but unfortunately the municipality decided to get rid of them..... we do have a very beautiful forest 100 steps from our front door, Vlakwaterbos.... gorgeous... but the green in the neighbourhoods is disappearing, that's a shame.... but if it's used as a dog walking field then this is a missed opportunity... for a nice piece of green
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice neighbourhood. Where you get to know many people. Close to primary and secondary education, swimming pool, centre and sports fields. You are also quickly on the connecting roads to Venlo, Nijmegen, Eindhoven and not far from the German border. The shopping options are fine. It is a tidy neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AILiving at the edge of the forest... that's very nice... only the community garden in front of our house is a big mess, no one maintains it... there are rats, the council does nothing. The flats dump their plastic and waste much too early, throw it off the balcony straight down... pests love it
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