Rental homes in Arnhem

Arnhem is the capital of Gelderland and a green city on the Rhine, ringed by the hills and woods of the Veluwezoom. It pairs a lively city centre with nature right on the doorstep, and thanks to the University of Applied Sciences Arnhem and Nijmegen (HAN) and the ArtEZ art academy it also has a clear student population. With intercity connections to the Randstad and to Germany, Arnhem is attractive for commuters too — and the strong English-speaking demand around the academies means landlords are used to international tenants.

The rental market here is less extreme than in the Randstad, but it is far from relaxed: in the private sector, well-kept apartments are snapped up quickly and popular homes draw plenty of applicants. Listings are scattered across local agents and national rental sites. HuurScanner brings them together in a single overview and alerts you the moment something new appears, so you do not have to comb through ten separate websites and can apply in time.

Popular neighbourhoods in Arnhem

Arnhem offers a varied mix of neighbourhoods, from a buzzing centre to green, hilly districts.

• Centrum & Spijkerkwartier — the Spijkerkwartier is loved for its 19th-century townhouses, pavement cafes and creative vibe; sought-after and on the pricier side.
• Arnhem-Noord (Burgemeesterswijk, Sint Marten, Klarendal) — Klarendal is known as the 'fashion quarter' and is firmly on the rise; Sint Marten feels village-like and lively.
• Schuytgraaf & Rijkerswoerd (Arnhem-Zuid) — more spacious and modern, with lots of new-build and family homes; Schuytgraaf has its own railway station.
• Presikhaaf & Malburgen — the most affordable parts of the city, with plenty of post-war housing and renewed districts on the south bank of the Rhine.
• Alteveer & Hoogkamp — green and popular up against the woods, towards the Veluwezoom; relatively expensive.

Students often look around the centre, Klarendal and Sint Marten; those after more space look at Arnhem-Zuid or the surrounding towns.

Rental prices in Arnhem

Arnhem is clearly more affordable than the Randstad and sits around or just below the national average. In the private sector, apartment rents run roughly between € 950 and € 1,450 per month, depending on size, condition and neighbourhood. Studios and student rooms are more widely available here than in many bigger student cities, although cheap listings remain scarce.

Social housing below the liberalisation threshold is allocated through Entree (the regional social-housing system run by Arnhem's housing associations). Waiting times have grown but are usually shorter than in Amsterdam or Utrecht. If you need something quickly — which is often the case for expats arriving on a deadline — the private sector is normally the way to go.

When comparing, watch the service charges and whether a home is unfurnished, part-furnished (with floors and curtains) or fully furnished. Since the Affordable Rent Act (2024), more mid-range rentals fall under the points system (WWS), which caps the rent. Not sure the rent is fair? You can request a rent check through the Huurcommissie (the national Rent Tribunal).

Finding a rental home in Arnhem faster

In Arnhem too, the rule holds: whoever applies quickly and completely stands the best chance.

1. Create a search profile with your neighbourhood, maximum rent and minimum number of rooms, so you only receive relevant alerts.
2. Apply immediately and in full. Keep a short introduction message, a recent payslip or employer's statement and a copy of your ID (with the BSN shielded) ready to go.
3. Stay flexible on location. Presikhaaf, Malburgen and Arnhem-Zuid are cheaper and more spacious, and are quickly connected to the centre by city bus or train.
4. Look beyond the city limits. Velp, Westervoort, Duiven and nearby Nijmegen often offer extra listings with good connections.

HuurScanner pulls together the listings of local agents and national rental sites in and around Arnhem into one overview and alerts you the moment something new appears. That way you are among the first to apply instead of at the back of the queue.

Frequently asked questions about renting in Arnhem