Apartments, rooms and studios for rent in Vlissingen

Vlissingen sits at the mouth of the Western Scheldt, where the province of Zeeland meets the North Sea. Based on over 900 listings tracked on RentHunter, this former naval city offers genuine value at an average €1,045 per month across all housing types. That's 45% cheaper than Rotterdam, making it attractive to families and professionals willing to trade urban buzz for coastal calm and lower housing costs.

The rental market here reflects the town's dual character: historic boulevards like Badhuisstraat house period apartments, while newer developments around Souburg provide modern family housing. Most renters are either locals staying put, commuters to Antwerp or Rotterdam, or retirees drawn to the seaside lifestyle. With apartments dominating 65% of the market at around €997 monthly, and houses averaging €1,669, the choice depends largely on whether you value space or budget.

• Apartments (619 listings at €997)The dominant segment, averaging 73m² and €997 monthly. Apartments in Vlissingen range from period flats along Boulevard de Ruyter with sea views to modern developments in Souburg. Most include basic furnishing and allow registration, with about a quarter offering balconies.
• Houses (180 listings at €1,669)Family-sized properties averaging 110m², mostly concentrated in neighborhoods like Lammerenburg and around Oost-Souburg. Houses in Vlissingen often come with gardens (23% citywide) and parking spaces. Expect terraced houses from the postwar boom and newer builds near the Kanaalpark area.
• Rooms (138 listings at €482)Budget-conscious option averaging 23m² and €482 monthly, mostly in shared houses near the city center or student areas. Only 6% of Vlissingen's listings target students specifically, reflecting the limited student population compared to university cities. Most rooms cater to young workers or recent graduates starting their careers.