Find Rental Housing in Deventer
Deventer is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands with a beautiful historic city center. The city is known for the Dickens Festival and the Deventer Koek cookie. Saxion University attracts many students and the city is becoming increasingly popular as an affordable alternative to the Randstad.
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Source: automatically collected data via Kijkie. Last updated: December 28, 2025
How the rental market in Deventer really is
Deventer offers a unique combination of history, affordability and accessibility.
Prices by property type
A room costs €375-500 per month on average. Studios are available from €700-900. Apartments start at €900-1,100.
The reality of searching
Deventer is relatively easy. On average, you'll find something within 3-6 weeks. The city center is more competitive but still accessible.
Student housing
Saxion has a campus in Deventer with thousands of students. There are specific student complexes and the university has housing advice.
Historic city center
The medieval city center with the Bergkwartier is beautiful. Many monumental buildings. Popular but limited supply.
Industrial heritage
Deventer has a rich industrial past. Former factory buildings are being converted into housing. This offers unique living opportunities.
Neighborhoods in Deventer
Binnenstad
ExpensiveHistoric center with Bergkwartier. Monumental, lively, more expensive.
Rivierenwijk
AverageNeighborhood north of center. Varied, good accessibility.
Keizerslanden
AverageNewer neighborhood in the east. Spacious, lots of green, families.
Borgele
AffordableResidential area in the west. Affordable, quiet, good for starters.
Colmschate
AffordableExpansion area in the south. Lots of new construction, own station.
Best strategy for Deventer
Budget < €550
Rooms in Borgele, Colmschate, or student complexes. Easy to find.
Budget €550 - €900
Studios or small apartments in various neighborhoods. Good choice.
Budget > €900
Apartments in city center or renovated monuments. Unique opportunities.
Scam advice for Deventer
Saxion-studenten
Students are targets around study start. Use official channels.
Monumentfraude
Fake offers for popular monumental buildings in city center.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay without having seen the property.
Tijdsdruk
Scammers create false urgency. Always take your time.
Tips for Deventer
Deventer is relatively easy - start 3-4 weeks in advance
City center is beautiful but limited - consider Borgele or Rivierenwijk
Saxion has housing advice for students
Zutphen is 15 min by train as cheaper alternative
Look at renovated industrial buildings for unique housing
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Is Deventer a good city to live in?
Yes, Deventer has a beautiful historic city center, is affordable and well connected. Ideal for those seeking peace and culture.
How long does it take to find something in Deventer?
On average 3-6 weeks. Deventer is more accessible than larger cities. The city center is slightly more competitive.
Which neighborhood is the best in Deventer?
City center is the nicest but limited. Borgele is affordable and nearby. Rivierenwijk offers good balance.
Is Deventer well connected?
Good - direct trains to Zwolle (15 min), Apeldoorn (15 min), Utrecht (55 min), Amsterdam (80 min).
What is the Dickens Festival?
Annual Christmas event in December where the city center transforms into Victorian England. Very popular and atmospheric.