Binnenstad Oost, Tilburg
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Alexanderstraat sits in a monumental building from 1907, with high ceilings and large windows that flood the space with light. At 99 m² it is spacious for a rental in the city centre. The energy label A+++ means it is exceptionally efficient, so heating costs will be low. At €1,950 per month the rent is 33% above the neighbourhood average, which puts it on the high side, but you are paying for a well-insulated home in a prime spot. For context, the average rent for apartments in Tilburg is €1,464.
Binnenstad Oost is the historic heart of Tilburg, with a very high density of 5,681 addresses per km², one of the most urban areas in the city. The population is young: most residents are between 25 and 45, and two-thirds live alone. One resident describes the area as "Impassable and petrified" compared to Breda, noting little greenery and poor parking. That is a fair warning if you are used to a greener, more car-friendly environment. On the plus side, everything is on your doorstep: restaurants, shops and the train station are all within a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood Binnenstad Oost has a mixed housing stock, with mostly apartments and a small share of family homes.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Jumbo are a couple of streets away. There are several schools within walking distance: the Odulphuslyceum (both havo and vwo) is a five-minute walk, and two primary schools, Montessoribasisschool De Elzen and Openbare Basisschool Panta Rhei, are about ten minutes away. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants and cafés are literally on your doorstep. The municipality Tilburg has invested in making the centre more liveable, though parking remains a challenge.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Rotsvast Tilburg.
Details of this home
Alexanderstraat 2B, Tilburg
Satisfactory · 1 resident
Compared to my previous place of residence Breda, very little greenery, poor parking facilities, and a lot of (unnecessary) one-way traffic
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About Alexanderstraat 2B, Tilburg
The rent is 33% above the neighbourhood average of €1,464, which makes it one of the more expensive rentals in Binnenstad Oost. However, the apartment is large (99 m²) and has an A+++ energy label, so running costs will be low. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value space and efficiency in a central location.
Binnenstad Oost is very urban and densely built, with a young population. One resident finds it 'impassable and petrified' compared to Breda, citing little greenery and poor parking. It is a lively area with many singles and few families, so expect a city-centre vibe rather than a quiet suburb.
Tilburg station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach other cities without needing a car.
Albert Heijn is 352 metres away, Ekoplaza at 470 metres, and Jumbo at 522 metres, all within a few minutes' walk. There is also an AH to go at 618 metres for quick bites.
The listing does not mention a parking spot, and the neighbourhood review notes poor parking facilities. On-street parking is likely limited and may require a permit. You would need to check the local parking regulations.
Secondary schools Odulphuslyceum (havo and vwo) are about 650-690 metres away. Primary schools Montessoribasisschool De Elzen and Openbare Basisschool Panta Rhei are around 760-770 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
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