Rental homes in Zuidpoort, Delft
Are you looking for a rental property in Zuidpoort? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
Rental prices and market figures for Zuidpoort, Delft
Zuidpoort is a mixed neighbourhood where renting and buying are balanced: 47% of the more than 571 homes are rental properties, 52% are owner-occupied. Of all homes, 34% are owned by a housing association (social housing), while 13% are with other landlords (private sector). In the private sector, five homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €2,185 per month. The range was from €1,375 to €2,500 per month, with an average living area of 87 m². That works out to about €25 per m² per month. These rental prices apply only to the private sector and exclude social housing. The average WOZ value in Zuidpoort is €388,000, slightly below the district average of Binnenstad (€408,000), but well above the Delft average of €322,000. The income level in Zuidpoort (€43,000) is higher than both the district (€38,600) and the municipality (€34,700), which partly explains the relatively high rents. For current listings and the daily average rent, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Zuidpoort, Delft
Zuidpoort is a compact neighbourhood in the southern part of Delft's city centre, nestled between the historic canals and the main roads towards The Hague. The neighbourhood has an urban but quiet character: no busy shopping streets, but also no boring residential area. The buildings consist mainly of older city houses and smaller apartment blocks, with the occasional upgraded property. The Zuidwal and the area around Phoenixstraat give the neighbourhood a recognisable Delft atmosphere, with brick facades and narrow streets alongside some wider through routes.
Facilities in Zuidpoort
The location close to the city centre means most daily amenities are within walking distance. Supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo in the centre can be reached within ten minutes. For shops and dining, Delft's city centre is the place to go, with the Markt and Choorstraat as central hubs. Primary schools are located in and around the city centre; several secondary schools are accessible by bike. Sports facilities are a bit further away, but Delftse Hout offers nature and recreation within cycling distance. The neighbourhood scores an 8.0 for facilities in resident reviews, indicating that residents are satisfied, even though Zuidpoort itself is not a neighbourhood with large shopping centres or sports complexes on the corner.
Accessibility
Delft Station is about a ten-minute walk or five-minute bike ride from Zuidpoort, providing direct connections to The Hague Central (about 15 minutes) and Rotterdam Central (about 15 minutes). Several bus routes run through or near the neighbourhood. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the A13 towards The Hague and Rotterdam, and the A4 is also quickly accessible. Parking in Zuidpoort falls under Delft's permit system; free parking is scarce. Cyclists are well catered for: Delft is a compact city with excellent cycling infrastructure, and the centre is reachable in five minutes. Residents give accessibility a notably high score of 9.0.
Resident Danisha describes Zuidpoort as a "very nice safe haven" and gives the neighbourhood an 8.1. She does mention a point of concern: around the containers on her street, there is often rubbish, which sometimes attracts pests. This is a sign that public cleanliness is not up to standard everywhere, even though the neighbourhood scores high on safety (10.0) and green spaces (9.0). Cleanliness receives a low score of 5.0, which aligns with her comment. See all experiences on the Zuidpoort neighbourhood page.
Compared to neighbouring areas, Zuidpoort has its own position. Centrum-Oost and Centrum-West are closer to the historic core and have a livelier streetscape, but also more bustle. The Stationsbuurt is more functional and geared towards through traffic. Zuidpoort sits in between: urban enough for those who love the city, quiet enough for those who want to unwind in the evening. Renting in Zuidpoort is therefore a conscious choice for people who appreciate the city centre without wanting to be in the middle of tourist crowds.
Is a rental home in Zuidpoort right for you?
The demographic composition of Zuidpoort is telling: the largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old (290 of the 965 residents), and single-person households are dominant (410 of the households). The education level is high (76%), and the labour participation rate is 59%. This makes Zuidpoort attractive for young professionals, first-time buyers, and people who want to live in the The Hague-Delft-Rotterdam region for work or study. Families are less represented, partly due to the limited availability of large family homes. Seniors (65+: 260 people) form a notably large group, indicating a stable, long-term resident neighbourhood.
Anyone looking for a rental home in the private sector should expect rents averaging around €2,185 per month. Supply is limited: only a few homes are rented out per year, so quick action is essential. Prepare your documents (payslips, employer's statement, ID) and respond immediately when something becomes available. For social housing, registering with Woonbron or Vestia is the recommended route, but waiting lists in Delft are long. Considering buying? Also check the homes for sale in Zuidpoort as an alternative.
What residents say about Zuidpoort
Zuidpoort receives an average resident score of 8.1 based on reviews submitted on Buurtje.nl. The highest sub-scores are safety (10.0) and accessibility (9.0), followed by green spaces (9.0). The lowest score is for cleanliness (5.0), which aligns with Danisha's comment: "It's often dirty there, a lot of rubbish lies on my street next to the container. That's the only bad thing, because of that we get pests in the street, mice and rats for example." Despite that, she calls the neighbourhood a "very nice safe haven". Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on Zuidpoort.
Compare rental homes in and around Zuidpoort
Are you looking for an apartment to rent in Zuidpoort or want to know how the neighbourhood compares to the rest of the city? The available rental homes in Zuidpoort are limited in number, but the location and level of facilities make the neighbourhood sought-after. Also compare the supply in the wider district via rental homes in Binnenstad, or check other neighbourhoods such as Centrum-Noord and Vrijenban for a broader picture of the Delft rental market. For a complete overview of homes for rent in the city, see rental homes in Delft. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know if the neighbourhood suits you. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Delft.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Zuidpoort, Delft?
In the free sector, the average rent in Zuidpoort over the past twelve months was €2,185 per month, with a range of €1,375 to €2,500 per month. The average living area was 87 m², which works out to about €25 per m² per month. These figures exclude social housing; for a social rented home, lower rents apply, depending on income and property type.
Are there social housing properties in Zuidpoort?
Yes, 34% of the housing stock in Zuidpoort is owned by a housing association. For a social rented home in Delft, you can register with associations such as Woonbron or Vestia via their own registration portals. Be prepared for long waiting lists; in popular city-centre neighbourhoods like Zuidpoort, the waiting time can run into several years.
What is it like to live in Zuidpoort?
Zuidpoort is a quiet, urban neighbourhood on the south side of Delft city centre, with a high level of education among residents and a strong mix of young professionals and long-term residents. The neighbourhood scores an 8.1 based on resident reviews. Safety (10.0) and accessibility (9.0) are rated highest; cleanliness (5.0) is a point of concern, particularly around containers where rubbish sometimes remains.
Is Zuidpoort suitable for starters and young professionals?
Zuidpoort is certainly attractive for young professionals: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years, single-person households are dominant, and the education level is high (76%). The proximity of Delft station and good cycle connections to the centre make the neighbourhood practical for commuters heading to The Hague or Rotterdam. However, free-sector rents are on the higher side, averaging €2,185 per month.
How is the accessibility of Zuidpoort?
Zuidpoort scores a 9.0 on accessibility. Delft station is about a ten-minute walk away, with direct train connections to The Hague Central and Rotterdam Central in about 15 minutes. By car, the A13 is easily accessible. Parking falls under the Delft permit system. Cycling is the most common way to reach the centre, just five minutes away.
What facilities are there in Zuidpoort?
Zuidpoort itself has no large shopping centres, but the Delft city centre with supermarkets, shops and catering is within walking distance. Primary schools are located in the surrounding city-centre neighbourhoods; several secondary schools are accessible by bike. Recreation and green spaces can be found towards Delftse Hout. Residents give facilities a score of 8.0.
Is Zuidpoort a safe neighbourhood?
Residents rate safety in Zuidpoort with a remarkably high score of 10.0. Resident Danisha describes the neighbourhood as a 'very nice safe haven'. The main point of criticism is not safety itself, but cleanliness: rubbish sometimes remains around containers, occasionally attracting pests. The overall resident score for the neighbourhood is 8.1.
It is often dirty, there is a lot of rubbish in my street next to the container, that is the only bad thing, that's why we get vermin in the street, mice, rats for example
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