Find Rental Housing in Meerkerk
Meerkerk is a village in Vijfheerenlanden municipality with its own train station on the Utrecht-Dordrecht line. The village offers a rural living environment with relatively good public transport accessibility. Popular with commuters seeking tranquility outside the city.
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How the rental market in Meerkerk really is
Meerkerk is a village with a train station in the Alblasserwaard.
Prices by property type
A room costs €425-600 per month on average. Studios are available from €750-950. Apartments start at €900-1,150.
The reality of searching
The rental supply is limited. On average, it takes 2-3 months. The station makes it more attractive than comparable villages.
Station advantage
Meerkerk station is on the Utrecht-Dordrecht line. This makes commuting to Utrecht (30 min) and Rotterdam (45 min) possible.
Rural Alblasserwaard
The village lies in the Alblasserwaard, a water-rich polder area. Typical Dutch landscape with windmills and cows.
Vijfheerenlanden
Part of the municipality since 2019. Regional developments and cooperation with Vianen and Leerdam.
Neighborhoods in Meerkerk
Dorpskern
AverageCenter with shops and amenities. Cozy, compact.
Stationsbuurt
AverageAround the station. Practical for commuters.
Nieuwbouw Noord
AverageNewer neighborhood in the north. Families, modern.
Zuid
AffordableOlder residential area in the south. Quiet, affordable.
Buitengebied
AffordablePolder area around the village. Rural, spacious.
Best strategy for Meerkerk
Budget < €650
Rooms in various neighborhoods. Available but limited.
Budget €650 - €950
Studios in village center or station area. Regularly available.
Budget > €950
Apartments or small homes. New construction in the north.
Scam advice for Meerkerk
Station-aantrekkingskracht
The station makes Meerkerk more attractive - scammers know this.
Landelijke locaties
Be alert to remote homes in the rural area.
Te lage prijzen
Prices far below market value are suspicious.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay before you have viewed the property.
Tips for Meerkerk
The station is a big advantage - 30 min to Utrecht
Meerkerk is rural but with good public transport connection
The Alblasserwaard is beautiful for cyclists
Gorinchem is 10 min by train for more amenities
Local agents in Gorinchem also serve Meerkerk
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Is Meerkerk suitable for commuters?
Yes, the station has connections to Utrecht (30 min) and Rotterdam (45 min). Frequency is reasonable.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 2-3 months. Supply is limited but the station makes it attractive.
What are the amenities?
Basic amenities in the village - supermarket, doctor. For more go to Gorinchem or Vianen.
Is Meerkerk suitable for families?
Yes, quiet environment, good schools, safe. Rural character ideal for children.
How is public transport?
Station on Utrecht-Dordrecht line. Trains 2x per hour. Bus to surrounding villages limited.