Find Rental Housing in Noordwijk
Noordwijk is a sophisticated beach resort on the North Sea coast, known for its beach, tulip fields, and ESA-ESTEC. The municipality attracts both tourists and international knowledge workers.
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How the rental market in Noordwijk really is
Noordwijk is an exclusive beach resort with international influences.
Prices by property type
A room costs €600-850 per month on average. Studios are scarce and cost €950-1,250. Apartments start at €1,250-1,600.
The reality of searching
Noordwijk has limited permanent supply - many properties are vacation rentals. Search time is 2-3 months.
ESA-ESTEC influence
The European space agency center attracts many international employees. This increases demand for quality housing.
Noordwijk aan Zee
The beach resort with boulevard and hotels. Permanent living here is expensive and scarce.
Noordwijk-Binnen
The village center is quieter and more affordable. More permanent supply available.
Neighborhoods in Noordwijk
Noordwijk aan Zee
ExpensiveBeach resort with beach and boulevard. Exclusive, touristic.
Noordwijk-Binnen
AverageVillage center with shops. More affordable, more permanent.
Zeeburg
ExpensiveModern residential area near beach. New construction available.
Offem
AverageResidential area in the south. Quiet, family-friendly.
De Zilk
AverageSmall village near dunes. Very quiet, limited supply.
Best strategy for Noordwijk
Budget < €900
Rooms in Noordwijk-Binnen or shared. Limited availability.
Budget €900 - €1.400
Apartments in Noordwijk-Binnen or Offem. Patience needed.
Budget > €1.400
More choice including Noordwijk aan Zee. Expat market.
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Scam advice for Noordwijk
Vakantie vs permanent
Many properties are only for vacation rental. Check zoning plan.
Expat-targeting
ESA employees and international workers are targeted.
Boulevard-fraude
Fake offers for apartments by the sea. Always verify.
Seizoensfraude
More scammers active in tourist season.
Tips for Noordwijk
Noordwijk-Binnen offers more permanent supply than aan Zee
ESA network can help finding housing
Katwijk and Leiden are cheaper alternatives
Watch for vacation rental vs permanent living
The tulip region is beautiful but living is expensive
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Is Noordwijk suitable for ESA employees?
Yes, many ESA employees live in Noordwijk. The rental market is geared towards it but competitive and not cheap.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 2-3 months. Note that much supply is vacation rental - permanent living is scarcer.
What is the difference with Katwijk?
Noordwijk is more exclusive and expensive. Katwijk is more village-like and affordable with similar beach access.
How is public transport?
Bus to Leiden and Schiphol. No train station - car is handy but not necessary.
Are there many international residents?
Yes, due to ESA-ESTEC. There is an international community with English-language services and shops.