Rental homes in Withuis, Venlo

Rental prices and market figures for Withuis, Venlo

Withuis is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 57% of the 1,503 homes are rental properties. The vast majority of these are owned by a housing association, namely 46%. Only 10% are owned by other landlords, meaning the free-sector supply here is relatively limited. In the free sector (excluding social housing), 7 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,297 per month and a range of €785 to €1,750 per month. With an average surface area of 117 m², this works out at about €11.09 per m². That is modest compared to the municipal average for Venlo as a whole, which is logical given the lower WOZ value in Withuis: €211,000, compared to €244,000 in the broader district Venlo-Noord and €285,000 for the municipality of Venlo on average. This makes Withuis one of the cheaper neighbourhoods in the region. For the current supply and the daily average rent, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Withuis, Venlo

Withuis is a post-war working-class neighbourhood in the north of Venlo, built in the 1960s and 1970s as an expansion area for working families. That character is still visible: the neighbourhood largely consists of terraced houses and porch flats from that period, interspersed with some detached houses and smaller apartment complexes. The streets are spacious, there is relatively a lot of greenery between the buildings, and the atmosphere is quiet and down-to-earth. Withuis is not a trendy city neighbourhood, but an ordinary, functional area where people simply live.

The average income of €27,300 is below the Venlo average of €32,600, and the labour participation rate of 60% is comparable to other working-class neighbourhoods in the region. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old (770 people), but those aged 65 and over are also well represented with 620 residents. Single-person households form the largest category with 805 households.

Facilities in Withuis

For daily groceries, residents rely on supermarkets in the immediate vicinity of Withuis, including shops along the Hagerhofweg and in shopping areas on the edge of the neighbourhood. For a larger range of shops, Venlo city centre is within cycling distance. As for schools, there are primary schools in and directly around the neighbourhood; secondary education can be found in Venlo city centre and the adjacent districts. The resident score for education is notably low at 1.0 out of 10, indicating that residents experience the school situation as a serious bottleneck. For sports and recreation, there are green strips and playgrounds in the neighbourhood itself, and the Maasdal is accessible by bike. The score for greenery stands at 7.0, indicating that residents do appreciate the presence of nature and green spaces.

Accessibility

Withuis scores well on accessibility: residents give it an 8.0 out of 10. By car, the connection to the A73 and the N271 is quickly reached, making Venlo city centre and the border region with Germany easily accessible. By bike, Venlo city centre can be reached in about ten to fifteen minutes via through cycle paths. By bus, there are connections to Venlo city centre and other districts; Venlo railway station is some distance away but can be reached by bus or bike. Parking in the neighbourhood is generally not a problem: most streets have free parking without a permit requirement.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods in Venlo-Noord, Withuis has its own character. Craneveld has a similar structure but slightly more new-build homes. Genooy is greener and a bit quieter. Those looking for more urbanity would do better to look at Venlo-Centrum, where the range of facilities is much more extensive but rents are generally higher. 't Zand is also a neighbourhood in the same district worth comparing. More information about the neighbourhood, resident reviews and district data can be found on the neighbourhood page for Withuis.

Is a rental home in Withuis right for you?

Withuis mainly attracts tenants looking for an affordable home in a quiet, functional neighbourhood without too much fuss. Starters looking for a rental home without the high free-sector prices of the city centre, and single-person households who simply want a well-connected place to live, feel at home here. Seniors who have lived in the neighbourhood for a long time also like to stay. Families with school-age children should take into account the critical resident scores on education and facilities; this requires extra research. Because 46% of homes are owned by housing associations, it pays to register with a housing association such as Woonwenz, which is active in Venlo-Noord. Waiting lists for social housing can be long. For those who prefer to buy: check the supply of homes for sale in Withuis as an alternative. More information about living and renting in the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Venlo.

What residents say about Withuis

Based on the available resident reviews, Withuis scores a 4.9 out of 10. That is low, but the scores vary widely per category. Accessibility (8.0) and cleanliness (8.0) are seen as clear plus points, as is the greenery (7.0). However, residents are critical of the community (3.0), safety (4.0) and facilities (3.0). The score for education (1.0) is notably negative. One resident writes: "The accessibility is fine and the neighbourhood looks tidy, but in terms of community spirit and safety, Withuis still leaves a lot to be desired." All reviews and neighbourhood data can be found via the full neighbourhood page for Withuis. This concerns a limited number of reviews, so the scores give a first impression but are not representative of all residents.

Comparing rental homes in and around Withuis

Anyone considering renting a home in Withuis would do well to also explore the surrounding neighbourhoods. Genooybergen and Craneveld are in the same district and offer similar types of homes. For a broader supply in Venlo-Noord, check rental homes in Venlo-Noord as a whole. Those who want to live more urbanly will find options in Venlo-Oost-Noord or Venlo-Zuid. For the full municipal supply, see rental homes in Venlo. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident scores and district data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Check the available rental homes in Withuis at the top of this page for the current situation.