Rental homes in Winterswijk-Zuidwest, Winterswijk

Rental prices and market figures Winterswijk-Zuidwest

Of the more than 1,537 homes in Winterswijk-Zuidwest, 34% are in the rental sector, the rest are owner-occupied. This means that rental properties in Winterswijk-Zuidwest form a relatively limited part of the housing stock. Approximately 26% of all homes are owned by a housing association, indicating a strong social housing sector. The remaining 8% are owned by private or commercial landlords. In the free sector (excluding social housing), an average rent of €1,019 per month was achieved last year, with a range of €760 to €1,225 per month. With an average surface area of 66 m², this amounts to approximately €15.40 per square metre per month. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €235,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of €258,000 and the municipal average of €286,000. This makes Winterswijk-Zuidwest one of the more affordable neighbourhoods within the municipality. For the current supply and daily rental prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Winterswijk-Zuidwest

Winterswijk-Zuidwest is a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood on the southwest side of the town of Winterswijk. The neighbourhood has a mixed character: you will find post-war terraced houses and detached houses from the 1960s and 1970s, interspersed with some later extensions. The streetscape is green and orderly, with many front gardens and quiet residential streets. It is not a bustling city district, but that is precisely what appeals to many residents. If you are looking for a rental home in an environment where it is quiet to live, close to nature and yet within cycling distance of the town centre, you will find what you are looking for here.

Facilities in Winterswijk-Zuidwest

You can do your daily shopping in the neighbourhood or a short bike ride away. The town centre of Winterswijk, with supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Aldi, is reachable within a few minutes by bike. As for schools, the neighbourhood is well equipped: primary schools are within walking distance, and you do not have to leave the municipality for secondary education either. Residents even give education a remarkably high score of 10 out of 10, indicating that school facilities are perceived as excellent. For sports, several clubs are active in and around Winterswijk, including football, tennis and swimming facilities. The De Heerenboer swimming pool is a reasonable bike ride away. Around the neighbourhood there are walking and cycling paths that connect to the extensive Achterhoek countryside.

Accessibility

Winterswijk-Zuidwest is well connected by bike to the centre of Winterswijk, about ten minutes away. Winterswijk station is on the edge of the town centre and offers train connections towards Doetinchem and Arnhem. By car, you can drive via the N18 towards Enschede or the N319 towards Doetinchem. Large cities such as Arnhem or Enschede are about 45 to 60 minutes away by car. Bus services provide local and regional connections, although the car or bike is usually the most practical choice in this region. Parking in the district is generally free and without a permit requirement, which is an advantage compared to busier city districts. Residents give accessibility a 7.5 out of 10, a solid score for a neighbourhood in a smaller town.

On the neighbourhood page of Winterswijk-Zuidwest you will find all resident reviews and detailed district data. Residents rate the neighbourhood an average of 8.1 out of 10. Safety stands out with a score of 9.5, and community spirit (8.5) and facilities (8.5) also score highly. Green spaces and cleanliness are rated slightly lower (both 7.0), indicating that the public space could use some more attention in some places. One resident describes the neighbourhood as: "Quiet, safe and nice for children. You know your neighbours and that gives a good feeling." Housing scores 6.5, which is understandable given the limited rental housing supply in the free sector.

Would you like to compare the neighbourhood with other parts of the town? Winterswijk-Noordwest has a slightly different character and may be interesting if you are looking for more urban dynamics. Winterswijk-Noordoost is also popular among renters who want to live a bit closer to the centre. If you are looking for more green space and room, you can also look at the supply in the districts outside the town.

Does renting in Winterswijk-Zuidwest suit you?

Based on demographic data, the largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old, followed by the 25 to 45 age group. Single-person households are most common, but families also live here comfortably. The neighbourhood is less suitable for those looking for a bustling nightlife or extensive urban facilities within walking distance. If you are considering renting an apartment in Winterswijk-Zuidwest or are looking for a quiet rental home with space and greenery, you are in the right place. The free sector supply is limited, with only 8 rented homes in the past year. So respond quickly if you see something suitable. For social housing, registration with a housing association is necessary; waiting times can be long. As an alternative, you can also look at the owner-occupied homes in Winterswijk-Zuidwest, because with 66% owner-occupied homes, the supply of houses for sale is considerably larger. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of municipality Winterswijk.

What residents say about Winterswijk-Zuidwest

Winterswijk-Zuidwest receives an overall score of 8.1 out of 10, based on 2 resident reviews. The highest sub-score is education with a perfect 10, followed by safety (9.5) and community and facilities (both 8.5). The lowest score is housing (6.5), reflecting the tightness of the rental market. One resident writes: "You live here quietly, the neighbourhood is clean and safe and the neighbours know each other. A nice place for families." View all experiences and the full neighbourhood scores on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Winterswijk-Zuidwest. This kind of resident data is not available anywhere else at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental properties in and around Winterswijk-Zuidwest

Are you also considering other neighbourhoods? The Central part of Winterswijk offers more urban facilities within walking distance, but usually also higher rents. Winterswijk-Zuidoost has a similarly quiet residential character and is worth exploring if you are flexible about location. For a broader overview, you can view all rental properties in Winterswijk, or explore the supply in the Stad district as a whole. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. View the available rental properties at the top of this page for the current state of affairs.