Rental homes in Zwaag, Hoorn

What does a rental property cost in Zwaag? Free sector from €750

Zwaag is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm: 69% of homes are owner-occupied, and only 31% are rental properties. Of those rental properties, the largest share (26% of the total stock) belongs to housing associations, meaning the free sector in Zwaag is particularly small. In the past twelve months, 37 homes in the free sector have been rented out, with an average rent of €1,640 per month. The range runs from €750 to €1,940 per month, with an average floor area of 108 m². That is substantial, especially considering that the average disposable income in Zwaag is €34,500, slightly below the municipal average of €36,000 in Hoorn. The WOZ value of homes in Zwaag (€346,000) is just above the Hoorn average of €333,000, which partly explains the higher rents. Want to know what is available today and at what price? Check the current overview at the top of this page.

Zwaag: the village within the city where everyone greets each other

Zwaag does not feel like a city neighbourhood. Although it formally falls under the municipality of Hoorn, it has its own village character that residents clearly cherish. Walking through the Dorpsstraat, you notice it immediately: there are no large chain stores here, but a village church, a primary school and a handful of local businesses. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Zwaag frequently mention that the social cohesion is a major plus point. "You know your neighbours and there is always someone keeping an eye out," writes one resident. That village feel is reinforced by the fact that Zwaag is surrounded by green spaces: meadows to the south and the Julianapark towards the centre of Hoorn.

In terms of amenities, you rely on Hoorn itself for larger shopping and dining. The Grote Beer shopping centre in Grote Waal is within cycling distance. Daily groceries can be done at the supermarket on the edge of the neighbourhood. Accessibility is reasonable: by car you are quickly on the N302 towards Enkhuizen or the A7 to Amsterdam, but Hoorn NS station is about a ten-minute bike ride away. For many residents, owning a car is not a luxury but a necessity, especially in the parts further from the centre, such as the southern part of Zwaag and the outer edge towards the open countryside.

What stands out in the population composition: the largest age group is 65-plus (800 residents out of a total of 3,110). You notice this in the streetscape. It is quiet during the day, and silent in the evenings. For young couples looking for nightlife, that is a downside. But for families with children (the largest household group with 510 households), Zwaag offers exactly that peace and quiet. The primary school is around the corner, there is little through traffic in the residential streets, and children still play outside here. If you are looking for more urban buzz, you would be better off looking at rentals in the Binnenstad of Hoorn or the lively Venenlaan-kwartier.

Is Zwaag right for you as a tenant?

A rental home in Zwaag is most suitable for families who prefer peace and space over a bustling city life. With an average floor area of 108 m² in the free sector, you get relatively many square metres here, but the average price of €1,640 per month does require a solid income. For starters and singles with a smaller budget, the supply is limited: the lower end of the market starts at €750, but those homes are scarce. Students and young people are hardly represented here. If you are looking for an apartment to rent in Zwaag, the choice is small compared to larger neighbourhoods in Hoorn. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Zwaag, because with 69% owner-occupied homes, that is the common route to your own place here.

Searching for a rental home in Zwaag: how to find it fastest

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Zwaag, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Because the supply of rental homes in Zwaag is limited (only 31% of the stock is rental), it pays to also look at nearby neighbourhoods. For example, check what is available in Hoorn-Noord or Risdam-Zuid. For a complete overview of all rental homes in Hoorn you can consult the municipal page. Want to know more about the neighbourhood itself, the resident scores and the latest reviews? Then check the detailed neighbourhood page of Zwaag. The municipality of Hoorn also provides information about parking policy and permits.