Apartments and flats for Rent in Blaricum, Netherlands
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Blaricum apartments average €1,807/month
Blaricum sits at the quieter end of the Gooi region in Noord-Holland, but its apartment market is anything but modest. Based on over 100 listings tracked in Blaricum by RentHunter, the average monthly rent for a flat lands at €1,807, with a wide spread running from €715 up to €6,950. That range reflects a market that genuinely spans compact one-bedroom apartments at the affordable end and spacious, high-end flats in the more exclusive parts of the village.
What makes renting an apartment here distinctive is the scale. Blaricum has just over 10,000 residents, so the rental supply is tight and turnover is slow. Apartments at the entry level, averaging around €1,527/month for a one-bedroom, tend to go quickly. Two-bedroom flats average €1,788/month across 77 tracked listings, while three-bedroom apartments push to roughly €2,169/month. If you need space for a family, four-bedroom flats have averaged €3,775/month. Furnished apartments account for 37% of the market, which makes Blaricum reasonably expat-friendly for corporate relocations, even if only 9% of listings are explicitly expat-targeted.
One practical advantage: 63% of apartments in Blaricum allow gemeente registration, which matters if you need to register with the municipality for work permits, healthcare, or schooling. Parking is well covered too, with 45% of listings including a parking spot, a reflection of Blaricum's car-oriented layout. If you're also considering houses, browse houses for rent in Blaricum for a comparison.
Where apartments actually are in Blaricum
Blaricum is a compact village, and apartment supply is concentrated in a handful of distinct pockets. Unlike larger Dutch cities, there are no student quarters or high-rise clusters here. Instead, flats are scattered among low-rise residential blocks and mixed-use streets, often near the village center or along the edges where Blaricum borders the Goois Natuurreservaat.
Village center: older flats near the historic Brink
The area around the Brink, Blaricum's central square, holds most of the village's older apartment stock. These are typically modest flats in low-rise blocks from the 1960s and 1970s, often without a lift, and priced closer to the lower end of the market. The location is walkable to the butcher, the bakery on the Torenlaan, and the weekly Wednesday market. Suits renters who want to be embedded in the daily rhythm of the village and don't mind stairs.
Residential outskirts: newer flats with parking and garden access
On the quieter residential streets toward the edges of the village, you find Blaricum's newer apartment blocks, built mostly from the 1990s onward. These tend to be better insulated, often come with a parking spot (explaining why 45% of listed apartments include parking), and occasionally offer a small private garden or terrace, though only 16% of all listings include a garden. Rents here lean toward the mid-to-upper range. The surroundings feel genuinely green, with the Goois Natuurreservaat often just a short walk away, a real draw for couples and small families.
Tip: register early to unlock your apartment search:
63% of apartment listings in Blaricum allow gemeente registration. Confirm this early in your negotiations, landlords here are used to being asked, and having a written confirmation in your lease protects you if your employer or insurer needs proof of address.
Blaricum flats cost 10% more than Almere: is it worth it?
At an average of €1,807/month, apartments for rent in Blaricum run about 10% above the average in nearby Almere (€1,638/month). That gap reflects a clear difference in character: Almere is an urban planned city with a much larger and faster-moving rental market, while Blaricum offers low density, green surroundings, and a more selective supply. If you're drawn to the Gooi area but want a broader choice of apartments in Almere, or specifically furnished apartments in Almere, the comparison is worth running.
The average surface area of a Blaricum apartment sits at 79 m², which is solid for this price tier. Deposits average 1.64 months' rent, so on a €1,807/month flat that's roughly €2,960 upfront before any agency fees. Budget accordingly. Furnished flats, which make up 37% of listings, tend to push toward the higher end of each bedroom band, so if you're an expat or on a short-term contract and need a furnished apartment in Almere as an alternative, factor in that the unfurnished Blaricum market generally offers better value per square metre.
Practically, most landlords in Blaricum expect recent payslips (typically 3 months), proof of employment or a signed contract, and a copy of your ID or residence permit. The market is slow-moving enough that rushing a decision is rarely necessary, but good apartments do get multiple applicants, especially two-bedroom flats in the €1,700–€2,000 range.
Commuting from Blaricum
Blaricum itself has no train station. The nearest rail access is at Hilversum or Naarden-Bussum, both reachable by bus from the village. Bus line 320 and similar regional services connect Blaricum to the broader OV network. For daily commuters, owning a car or a well-maintained bike is a practical reality here, which also explains the high share of parking-equipped apartments.
Utrecht (37 min): government and university jobs
Utrecht is the closest major city at roughly 37 minutes by public transit over 30 km. It's home to Utrecht University, UMC Utrecht hospital, and a large cluster of government ministries and financial institutions. Commuting from Blaricum to Utrecht is entirely feasible for a five-day work week, especially if you transfer at Hilversum station. Many professionals in healthcare, education, and public administration make this route regularly.
Amsterdam (45 min): finance, tech, and creative sectors
Amsterdam is about 45 minutes by public transit from Blaricum, covering roughly 32 km. For professionals working in the Zuidas financial district, Schiphol area, or the city's tech and media companies, this commute is manageable. It also means you can rent a flat in Blaricum at a fraction of what you'd pay for comparable space in Amsterdam South or Amstelveen. Browse apartments in Utrecht if you're weighing a third option between the two cities.
Bike to Naarden-Bussum: fastest access to the rail network:
Cycling from Blaricum to Naarden-Bussum station takes around 15–20 minutes on flat terrain. Many regular commuters find this faster and more reliable than waiting for a bus connection. Naarden-Bussum is on the Amsterdam–Amersfoort intercity line, which means direct trains to both cities without a transfer. Secure bike storage is available at the station.
Frequently asked questions about renting in Blaricum
Why are Blaricum apartments more expensive than Almere?
Blaricum sits in the Gooi region, historically one of the most sought-after residential areas in the Netherlands, associated with high-income households and low construction density. Supply is simply very constrained in a village of 10,000 people, while demand from professionals commuting to Amsterdam or Utrecht keeps prices elevated. Almere, by contrast, is a much larger planned city with ongoing new construction and a correspondingly larger rental supply, which keeps its average closer to €1,638/month.
Is parking usually included in Blaricum apartment rentals?
Yes, more often than in most Dutch cities. 45% of apartment listings in Blaricum include a parking spot, reflecting the village's car-dependent layout and the absence of a train station within walking distance. When parking is not included, most landlords can point you to a private spot nearby for an additional monthly cost. Street parking in the village is generally less pressured than in urban centers.
How high is the deposit and can I negotiate it?
The average deposit for Blaricum apartments is 1.64 months' rent, which on the average flat works out to roughly €2,960. Some landlords, particularly for higher-end flats above €2,500/month, ask for 2 months. Negotiating the deposit down is possible but uncommon in Blaricum's tight market. A stronger approach is to offer solid documentation upfront, a strong employment contract, recent payslips, and a reference from a previous landlord, which reduces the perceived risk and sometimes leads landlords to be more flexible on deposit terms.
Are there furnished apartments for rent in Blaricum?
Yes, furnished flats represent 37% of the Blaricum apartment market, which is meaningful share. These are mostly aimed at professionals on medium-term contracts or people relocating for work who don't want to invest in furniture right away. Fully furnished apartments in Blaricum tend to sit in the upper half of the pricing range for each bedroom category. If you need furnished options but want more choice, furnished apartments in Almere offer a comparable alternative in the same regional commuting orbit, with a larger and faster-moving supply.
Flats and apartments in Blaricum
In the Netherlands, 'flat' and 'apartment' are often used interchangeably. Both refer to self-contained units in multi-story buildings.