Find Rental Housing in Heerde

Heerde is a cozy Veluwe village in Gelderland, located between Zwolle and Apeldoorn. The municipality also includes Wapenveld and Veessen. Known for the annual King's Day celebration and rural character. Ideal for families and nature lovers.

Popular Veluwe village with scarce supply
Close-knit community, networking important
Properties go through word of mouth

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How the rental market in Heerde really is

Room
475/m
Studio
750/m
Search time
2-4 months
Competition
Medium

Heerde is a close-knit community with limited housing supply.

Prices by property type

A room costs €400-550 per month on average. Apartments are available from €750-950. Family homes start at €1,000-1,200.

The reality of searching

Supply is scarce and much goes through local networks. On average, it takes 2-4 months. Local connections help enormously.

Close-knit community

Heerde is known for its strong community feeling. Many associations, churches, and local initiatives. Networking is important.

King's Day

Heerde is famous for having the largest flea market in the Netherlands on King's Day. Attracts tens of thousands of visitors.

Veluwe edge

The municipality is on the edge of the Veluwe. Forests and heathlands are within cycling distance.

Neighborhoods in Heerde

Heerde centrum

Average

Village center with facilities. Shops, churches, restaurants.

0 min

Wapenveld

Affordable

Second village, smaller. Own character, close community.

10 min fiets

Veessen

Affordable

Small village on the IJssel. Rural, floodplains nearby.

15 min fiets

Hoorn

Affordable

Hamlet near Heerde. Very quiet, agricultural.

10 min fiets

Heerde-Noord

Average

Newer neighborhood toward Veluwe. Family-friendly, green.

5 min fiets

Best strategy for Heerde

Budget < €600

Rooms in Heerde or Wapenveld. Scarce, networking helps.

Budget €600 - €950

Apartments in village centers. Reasonably available.

Budget > €950

Family homes in the village or countryside.

Scam advice for Heerde

Kleine gemeente

Scammers also operate in small villages. Stay alert.

Via-via-fraude

Not all informal offers are reliable. Verify.

Vooruitbetaling

Never pay without viewing and official contract.

Te goedkoop

Offers far below market value are suspicious.

Tips for Heerde

Local networks are crucial - ask around at associations

Housing corporation Triada manages social housing here

Zwolle and Apeldoorn are within 20 min - consider those too

King's Day (April 27) is a good time to meet villagers

The Veluwe is within cycling distance - ideal for nature lovers

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FAQ about Heerde

Is Heerde suitable for commuters?

Yes, Zwolle and Apeldoorn are within 20 minutes by car. Bus connects Heerde with both cities. Ideal for working in the city.

How long does it take to find something?

On average 2-4 months. Much goes through local networks. Being active in the community helps.

Why is Heerde famous?

Heerde has the largest flea market in the Netherlands on King's Day. It's also known for its close-knit community feeling.

Is there much nature in Heerde?

Heerde is on the edge of the Veluwe. Forests, heathland, and IJssel floodplains are within cycling distance.

Are there social housing options?

Yes, housing corporation Triada manages social housing. Waiting lists are shorter than in big cities.