Find Rental Housing in Lochem
Lochem is a historic municipality in the western Achterhoek with a beautiful old town center. The municipality also includes the towns of Gorssel, Laren, and Barchem. Lochem offers affordable living in a green environment with good accessibility to Zutphen and Deventer.
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How the rental market in Lochem really is
Lochem is a historic municipality in the Achterhoek.
Prices by property type
A room costs €400-550 per month on average. Studios are available from €700-900. Apartments start at €850-1,050.
The reality of searching
Lochem has a quiet rental market. On average, you'll find something within 2-4 weeks.
Historic center
The old town center of Lochem has medieval origins with the Great Church and characteristic streets.
Surrounding villages
The municipality also includes Gorssel (artists), Laren (rural), and Barchem. Each village has its own character.
Accessibility
Lochem train station on the Zutphen-Hengelo line. Car via A1 quick to Deventer or Hengelo.
Neighborhoods in Lochem
Centrum
AverageHistoric city heart. Characteristic, shops, restaurants.
Zwiep
AverageResidential area in the north. Quiet, families.
Gorssel
ExpensiveArtist village. Characteristic, green, slightly more expensive.
Laren
AffordableRural village. Quiet, affordable.
Barchem
AffordableSmall village near the forest. Nature, tranquility.
Scam advice for Lochem
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay without seeing the property.
Onbekende verhuurders
Check if the landlord is legitimate.
Te goedkoop
Offers well below market price are suspicious.
Vakantieverhuur
Some offers are actually vacation rentals.
Tips for Lochem
Lochem is quiet - you'll find something within 2-4 weeks
The historic center is beautiful
Gorssel is known for artists
Zutphen and Deventer are nearby by train
The Achterhoek is hospitable
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Is Lochem a good place to live?
Yes, Lochem offers historic character, nature, and affordable living. Ideal for those seeking tranquility.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 2-4 weeks. The market is quiet with little competition.
What is special about Gorssel?
Gorssel is an artist village with galleries and studios. Characteristic and green.
Is there good public transport?
Train to Zutphen and Hengelo. For the villages a bike or car is useful.
How is the accessibility?
Good - Lochem train station and A1 nearby. Zutphen and Deventer within 15-20 minutes.