Rental homes in Zuiderenk, Lochem

Rental prices and market figures for Zuiderenk, Lochem

Zuiderenk is a neighbourhood where renting predominates: 52% of the more than 1,800 homes are rental properties, compared to 48% owner-occupied homes. This makes it one of the more rental-oriented neighbourhoods in the municipality of Lochem. Of all homes, 45% are owned by a housing association, meaning the majority of rental properties in Zuiderenk are social housing. Only 7% fall under other (private) landlords.

In the free sector, five homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,143 per month (excluding social housing). The range ran from €525 to €1,495 per month, with an average living area of 64 m². That works out to roughly €17.85 per m². By comparison, the average WOZ value in Zuiderenk is €283,000, clearly lower than the district average of Lochem kern (€363,000) and the municipal average of €457,000. Zuiderenk is thus one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the municipality, which is also reflected in the rental prices. Want to know what is currently available to rent in Zuiderenk? Then check the current overview and the daily average rent at the top of this page.

Living in Zuiderenk, Lochem

Zuiderenk is a post-war residential neighbourhood on the edge of the Lochem town centre, with a predominantly quiet and green character. The neighbourhood largely consists of terraced houses, semi-detached houses and some porch flats, built in the 1960s and 1970s. It is not a neighbourhood that impresses with architecture or liveliness, but rather a place where people simply live, in a green environment with relatively little traffic.

The population is mixed in terms of age, although the largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old. There are also relatively many over-65s (875) and single-person households (685). This gives the neighbourhood a somewhat subdued atmosphere. The average income is €30,200 per year, lower than the district and municipal averages, which fits the profile of a neighbourhood with many housing association homes.

Facilities in Zuiderenk

For daily shopping, you rely on the centre of Lochem, which is within cycling distance. In the centre you will find supermarkets, a pharmacy and various shops. In Zuiderenk itself, direct shopping facilities are limited. The same applies to schools: primary and secondary schools are located in the broader town centre of Lochem. The neighbourhood borders green areas, which explains the score for 'green' (5.0). Sports clubs, a swimming pool and recreational facilities are available in the municipality of Lochem; the municipality provides more information on the website of the municipality of Lochem.

Accessibility of Zuiderenk

Lochem has its own train station on the Zutphen-Hengelo line, within walking distance or a short bike ride from Zuiderenk. From Lochem, you can travel by train to Zutphen in about 20 minutes and to Hengelo in about 40 minutes. By car, you connect to the region via the N346 and N348; Zutphen is about 20 minutes by car. There are also bus routes through and along the neighbourhood, although public transport outside peak hours is limited. The accessibility score from residents (4.0 out of 10) reflects this: it is not an excellently accessible neighbourhood for people without a car. Cycling to the centre of Lochem is perfectly doable. Parking is generally not a problem in Zuiderenk; there is sufficient space on the street and near the homes.

Atmosphere and resident reviews

The residents of Zuiderenk give the neighbourhood an overall score of 4.7 out of 10, based on two reviews. That is honestly not a high score. The scores vary: housing scores relatively well (7.5), but community (3.5) and accessibility (4.0) score low. Resident Redwolfy writes: "It's just that you have to live there" and gives the neighbourhood a 2.8. Another resident describes the neighbourhood as "Unpleasant" and cites a lack of sociability as the main drawback. Both reviews point to a neighbourhood where people live alongside each other but have little interaction. For those who don't mind that and are mainly looking for peace and an affordable home, Zuiderenk can be fine. For those who value a lively neighbourhood community, it is fair to say that Zuiderenk provides less of that. Read more on the neighbourhood page of Zuiderenk, where all resident experiences and neighbourhood data are compiled.

By comparison, neighbourhoods like Vesting and Lochem-Oost are closer to the historic centre of Lochem and have a different character, with more liveliness but also higher WOZ values. If you are considering looking for a rental home in the broader district, you can also look at the supply in rental homes in Lochem kern as a whole.

Does renting in Zuiderenk suit you?

Zuiderenk mainly attracts residents looking for an affordable rental home in a quiet, green environment, without the hustle and bustle of the centre. The neighbourhood is interesting for people who already have a social rental home or want to register with a housing association, because 45% of the housing stock is owned by housing associations. Keep in mind waiting lists for social housing in the region; register as early as possible. In the free sector, the supply of rental homes in Zuiderenk is limited: on average, only five homes are rented out per year. So respond quickly if a home becomes available that meets your requirements. Make sure you have your income details, employer's statement and identity document at hand. Are you also open to buying? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Zuiderenk as an alternative. Do you want to rent an apartment in Zuiderenk or a home in the broader municipality? Then also compare the supply of rental homes in Lochem as a whole.

What residents say about Zuiderenk

The average resident score for Zuiderenk on Buurtje.nl is 4.7 out of 10, based on two reviews. The highest sub-score is for housing (7.5) and green (5.0); the lowest for community (3.5). Resident Ivo simply describes the neighbourhood as "Unpleasant" and emphasises the lack of social cohesion. That picture is confirmed by the other reviewer, who indicates that you don't really need to live there if you have a choice. Honest signals that are worth considering. Read all reviews and view the full scores on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Zuiderenk.

Compare rental homes in and around Zuiderenk

Zuiderenk is one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in Lochem kern, with rental prices in the free sector averaging €1,143 per month. If you also want to explore other neighbourhoods, you can check out Lochem-Noord or Molengronden for a comparison of character and available rental homes. Further away in the municipality, there are also options in Gorssel or Barchem, for those who want to live more rurally. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you.