A practical apartment in Vaartbroek
This apartment on de Koppele in Eindhoven's Vaartbroek neighbourhood is a no-nonsense home with a sensible layout. The last known asking price of €249,000 was 43% below the neighbourhood average of €440,174, which made it a keen entry point into the Eindhoven market. For context, apartments in Eindhoven vary widely in price and size. This home has not been online since 30 October 2026.
The Vaartbroek neighbourhood
Vaartbroek is a family-oriented area with a mix of housing: 68% single-family homes and 32% apartments. The neighbourhood feels safe and protected, according to one resident, who also appreciates the nice neighbours. With 5,355 residents, it is a moderately sized community. The average household size is 2.1, and there are many families with children. The Vaartbroek neighbourhood has a strong sense of community.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are also Aldi and Jumbo within a ten-minute walk. Primary school De Bijenkorf is a five-minute walk, and SALTO basisschool De Groene Vlinder is also nearby. For secondary education, Stedelijk College Eindhoven is a short walk. The area is well served by amenities, all within the municipality of Eindhoven.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Arnout Verheij Woningmakelaardij.
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Frequently asked questions
About de Koppele 261, Eindhoven
Was €249,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 43% below the average asking price in Vaartbroek (€440,174), but the apartment was also smaller than average (48 m² vs 117 m²). The price per square metre worked out at about €5,188, which was higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,857 per m². So while the total price was low, you were paying a premium per square metre.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is below average for homes in Vaartbroek. In the neighbourhood, 12.5% of homes have label A, 25% label B, 33.3% label C, and 29.2% label D or lower. An E label means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher gas and electricity bills.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 4.8 km away, which is about a 12-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Vaartbroek is a family-friendly neighbourhood with many households with children (895 out of 2,575 households). One resident describes it as 'very safe and protected for my children, with nice neighbours'. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area has parks and playgrounds nearby.
How long do homes typically stay on the market in Vaartbroek?
In the past year, sold homes in Vaartbroek had an average listing time of 34 days. This suggests a fairly active market, but not extremely fast. The current supply of 23 homes for sale gave buyers some choice.
What is the urbanity level of Vaartbroek?
Vaartbroek has an address density of 2,294 addresses per km², which classifies it as strongly urban (level 2 on a scale of 1 to 5). This means it is a built-up area with good access to amenities, but still with green spaces nearby.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, Albert Heijn is 288 metres away (a five-minute walk), and Lidl is 342 metres away. Aldi and Jumbo are also within a ten-minute walk. So daily shopping is very convenient.





