Rental homes in Zeist-Noord, Zeist
View the current rental property offerings in Zeist-Noord, including resident reviews and neighbourhood data. Find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Zeist-Noord?
Zeist-Noord is a neighbourhood where the majority of homes are rented: 59% of the more than 7,500 homes are rental properties. That is striking, because in the rest of the municipality of Zeist the ratio is different. Of the total rental stock, 44% is owned by housing associations, meaning there is a significant share of social housing. In addition, about 15% is rented out by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. The average WOZ value in Zeist-Noord is €401,000, well over a hundred thousand lower than the municipal average of €514,000. That difference is reflected in the rental prices.
In the free sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €1,794 per month, with a range of €800 to €2,800. The average rental home in the free sector has an area of about 105 m². Note: these are annual averages based on 29 rented homes. The current rental prices and available supply can be found at the top of this page. The average disposable income in Zeist-Noord is €37,700, which is lower than the municipal average of €45,300. This makes the free sector difficult to access for some residents and explains why social housing plays such an important role here.
How residents experience daily life in Zeist-Noord
On the neighbourhood page of Zeist-Noord, residents rate their neighbourhood an 8.5 out of 10, based on eight reviews. That is a solid score, and it is mainly driven by two categories that stand out: accessibility and amenities, both scoring 9.1. Residents also appreciate the greenery (8.5) and education (8.7). Resident Noa van Middendorp writes: "The neighbourhood is nice to live in, very child-friendly and lots of amenities to use." That image recurs: Zeist-Noord is a neighbourhood where families can thrive.
Yet it is not the same everywhere. The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. Around the Utrechtseweg you will find stately homes and a villa-like atmosphere, while Vollenhove has a completely different character. Resident Patrick is honest: "Vollenhove has a bad reputation in Zeist, but over the years there has certainly been improvement." He is happy with the park behind his flat and mentions accessibility by bus, bike and car as a plus, but also notes that hygiene could be better. In Patijnpark and Dijnselburg the atmosphere is different again: greener, quieter, more family homes.
What stands out in the reviews is that residents consistently mention nature and cosiness. One resident even gives a 10 and writes: "Very nice and cosy, really nice houses and beautiful nature." The neighbourhood borders forested area towards the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, and you can tell. At the same time, it is not a sleepy suburb. With bus lines to Utrecht Central (line 65 runs frequently) and the A28 within cycling distance, you are quickly in the city. The combination of greenery, good schools and accessibility makes Zeist-Noord particularly attractive as a family neighbourhood, but it also increasingly attracts young professionals looking to escape Utrecht rental prices. The municipality of Zeist is investing in the renewal of parts of the neighbourhood, including in Vollenhove, which could change the supply of rental properties in Zeist-Noord in the long term. More information about municipal plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Zeist.
Renting in Zeist-Noord: for whom and for whom not?
With 4,255 single-person households and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (nearly 5,000 residents), Zeist-Noord is popular among singles and young families. If you want to rent an apartment in Zeist-Noord, there are relatively many options in the social sector, although the waiting time for housing association homes is long. The free sector with an average of €1,794 per month requires a gross income of at least around €5,400, which is not achievable for everyone given an average neighbourhood income of €37,700. For higher incomes seeking space and greenery without the prices of Zeist-Zuid or the centre, this is a logical choice. If you are looking for more urban buzz, the centre of Zeist might suit you better. And if you are considering a home to buy, check out the supply of homes for sale in Zeist-Noord.
View the current rental supply in Zeist-Noord
At the top of this page you will find the current supply of rental properties, with filters for price, area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only see what is available, but also what it is really like. Want to search more broadly? Then also check out the rental supply in all of Zeist, or see what is available for rent in Zeist-West and Den Dolder and surroundings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a house in Zeist-Noord?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,794 per month, with an average floor area of 105 m². The range runs from €800 to €2,800 per month. This excludes social housing from housing associations.
How long is the waiting time for a social housing property in Zeist-Noord?
Zeist-Noord has a large share of housing association properties (44% of the stock). The waiting time for social housing in the Utrecht region is managed via WoningNet and averages 8 to 12 years, depending on the type of property and your preferences. Urgency can shorten the waiting time.
Is Zeist-Noord a safe neighbourhood to rent a home?
Residents rate safety in Zeist-Noord at 8.2 out of 10 based on reviews. The neighbourhood scores an overall 8.5. However, the experience varies by area: around Utrechtseweg it feels quieter than in Vollenhove, where residents see improvement but also mention points of attention.
Are there good schools nearby if I am looking for a rental home in Zeist-Noord?
Education scores 8.7 from residents, the second highest sub-score. Zeist-Noord has several primary schools spread across the neighbourhoods. For secondary education, there are schools in Zeist city centre. The neighbourhood is popular with families with children, partly due to its child-friendly layout.
How is the accessibility if I rent an apartment in Zeist-Noord?
Accessibility scores 9.1 from residents, the highest score together with amenities. Bus line 65 connects Zeist-Noord frequently with Utrecht Central. The A28 is reachable within a few minutes by car or bike. Driebergen-Zeist station is about a 10-minute bike ride away.
super cosy, accessible and nice place for the community
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice and cosy, very nice and beautiful place, very nice houses and beautiful nature
Auto-translated to English by AIvery cosy and very beautiful with the nature etc
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Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is nice to live in, very child-friendly and has a lot of facilities to use.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Vollenhove neighbourhood has a bad reputation, but over the years there has certainly been improvement, especially in the flat where I live. Happy with the little park behind the flat and easily accessible by bus, bike and car. Hygiene is up to the residents themselves; less should be thrown off the balcony or left unsafely in the stairwell.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery quiet and quite safe
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood with a shopping centre.
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