Rental homes in Zoetermeer
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Renting in Zoetermeer
Zoetermeer is a planned city that grew rapidly from the 1970s as an overflow town for The Hague. Today it offers more space for the money than The Hague, Leiden or Delft, and a quick connection to all three. Most homes are apartments and terraced houses built between the 1970s and 1990s, set around canals, lakes and green areas. The central Stadshart has a large shopping centre with apartments nearby.
Seghwaert and Buytenwegh are established residential areas, while Rokkeveen and Oosterheem are newer and popular with families. Palenstein and Meerzicht, the older districts, are more affordable, and parts of Palenstein have been rebuilt in recent years.
RandstadRail light rail lines 3 and 4 run from several neighbourhoods directly into central The Hague, and there is also a train station with services to The Hague and Gouda. The city has a smaller private rental market than The Hague, so there are fewer listings but also less competition. Zoetermeer is home to Snow World, one of the largest indoor ski slopes in Europe, and many sports facilities.
Tip: if you work at a ministry or international organisation in The Hague, check the RandstadRail stop closest to the listing, since that largely determines your commute.
Zoetermeer is cheaper than The Hague and Leiden, and the same rent often gets you a larger home with outdoor space.
Neighbourhoods in Zoetermeer
Questions about renting in Zoetermeer
Three questions about renting in this city, answered briefly.
All frequently asked questionsHow do I commute from Zoetermeer to The Hague?
RandstadRail lines 3 and 4 run from many Zoetermeer districts straight into central The Hague, including stops near the ministries. There is also a train from Zoetermeer station to Den Haag Centraal. The A12 motorway connects both cities but is often congested in rush hour.
Which areas are best for families?
Rokkeveen, Oosterheem and Seghwaert are popular with families thanks to their family homes, schools, playgrounds and water. Oosterheem is the newest district with its own shopping centre. Rokkeveen is close to Zoetermeer station and the A12, which is convenient for commuters.
Is Zoetermeer suitable for expats without a car?
Yes. The RandstadRail network, buses and cycle paths make daily life easy without a car. Shops, schools and parks are usually within cycling distance. Many residents only use a car for weekend trips, and car sharing options are available in several neighbourhoods.
Photo: Zoetermeer station gallery bridge 3 by Ymblanter, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped.
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What if I find nothing within 60 days?
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Can I search several cities at once?
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