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Doetinchem is the largest city in the Achterhoek and functions as a regional center. The city has a cozy center, good facilities, and a hospital. Doetinchem offers affordable living in a green, rural environment.

Center of the Achterhoek with limited supply
Affordable alternative to Arnhem
Growing demand due to regional function
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How the rental market in Doetinchem really is

Room
€475/m
Studio
€800/m
Search time
2-4 weeks
Competition
Low

Doetinchem is the heart of the Achterhoek.

Prices by property type

A room costs €400-550 per month on average. Studios are available from €700-900. Apartments start at €900-1,100.

The reality of searching

Doetinchem has a quiet rental market. On average, you'll find something within 2-4 weeks.

Regional center

As the largest city in the Achterhoek, Doetinchem has a hospital, shopping center, and higher education (Graafschap College).

Achterhoek

The Achterhoek is known for nature, tranquility, and Low Saxon culture. Hospitable population.

De Graafschap

Football club De Graafschap (the Superboeren) is important for local identity.

Neighborhoods in Doetinchem

Centrum

Average

City heart with shops and restaurants. Cozy, all amenities.

0 min

De Huet

Affordable

Residential area near De Graafschap stadium. Diverse, affordable.

7 min fiets

Dichteren

Average

Quiet neighborhood in the west. Families, green.

8 min fiets

Overstegen

Average

Neighborhood near hospital. Practical, well accessible.

10 min fiets

Gaanderen

Affordable

Village to the east. Rural, quiet.

15 min fiets

Best strategy for Doetinchem

Budget < €550

Rooms in De Huet or Gaanderen. Relatively easy.

Budget €550 - €900

Studios or small apartments. Various options available.

Budget > €900

Spacious apartments or homes in Dichteren.

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Scam advice for Doetinchem

Vooruitbetaling

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Onbekende verhuurders

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Te goedkoop

Offers well below market price are suspicious.

Online oplichting

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Tips for Doetinchem

Doetinchem is quiet - you'll find something within 2-4 weeks

The Achterhoek is green and hospitable

Arnhem is 30 minutes by car

Graafschap College offers higher education

De Graafschap football matches are enjoyable

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FAQ about Doetinchem

Is Doetinchem a good place to live?

Yes, Doetinchem offers affordable living with all amenities of a regional center in a green environment.

How long does it take to find something?

On average 2-4 weeks. The market is quiet with less competition than large cities.

What is the Achterhoek?

A region in East Gelderland known for nature, tranquility, and Low Saxon culture. Hospitable population.

Is there good public transport?

Train to Arnhem and bus connections. Car is useful for the rural surroundings.

Who is De Graafschap?

The local football club, nicknamed the Superboeren. Important for local identity and atmosphere.

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