A modern apartment in the heart of Valkenswaard
This apartment on Draaiboom 5 sits in the lively centre of Valkenswaard, a town where daily life unfolds on foot. Built in 2018, it offered a fresh, contemporary feel with an energy label A, so running costs should stay pleasantly low. At €1,315 per month, the rent sat 28% below the neighbourhood average of €1,839, which made it a keen option for the size and age. For context, the 70 m² floor area is 60% smaller than the local average of 176 m², so you are paying for efficiency rather than space. Compared with other [apartments in Valkenswaard]( /huurwoningen/valkenswaard/appartementen/ ), this one stands out for its modern build and central position. This home has not been online since 27 October 2026.
The Centrum neighbourhood
Centrum is a compact, walkable area where most residents live alone, with 51% of households being single-person. The average household size is 1.7, and a notable 42% of residents are aged 65 or over, giving the streets a calm, settled rhythm. There are no resident reviews available yet, so the picture here comes from the numbers rather than personal stories. The mix of ages and household types means you will find a quiet, mature atmosphere rather than a bustling student scene. For a sense of what the area offers, [the Centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-valkenswaard/ ) is a good starting point.
Life on the street
Your daily errands are wonderfully close. A Lidl is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, so picking up bread or groceries takes minutes. For a wider choice, a Jumbo is a five-minute walk. Families with children have several primary schools within easy reach, including Openbare Basisschool 't Smelleken and De Pionier. The nearest secondary school is 1.8 km away, and a train station is 10.4 km from the door, so car or bus will be your main links to the wider region. [The municipality of Valkenswaard]( /gemeente/valkenswaard/ ) covers all of this and more.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Rosendaal Makelaardij.
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About Draaiboom 5, Valkenswaard
Was €1,315 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent was 28% below the neighbourhood average of €1,839, which made it a keen price for a modern apartment. The floor area of 70 m² is smaller than the local average of 176 m², so you are paying less per square metre than many nearby rentals. Given the 2018 build and energy label A, the price looked competitive for what was on offer.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is designed to keep energy consumption low, so you can expect modest heating and electricity bills compared with older properties. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance as certified.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A Lidl is just 153 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 194 metres from the door, so daily shopping is a quick walk. A Jumbo is 580 metres away, and a Nettorama is 689 metres, giving you several options within a few minutes on foot. For a bigger trip, an Aldi is 1.1 km away.
What schools are nearby for children?
There are several primary schools within a short walk, including Openbare Basisschool 't Smelleken at 679 metres, De Pionier at 701 metres, and De Smelen at 778 metres. The nearest secondary school is 1.8 km away, so older children will need a short journey. A child daycare centre is 400 metres from the home.
How is the neighbourhood for daily living?
Centrum is a compact, walkable area with a high proportion of single-person households, at 51%, and a large share of residents aged 65 or over, at 42%. The average household size is 1.7, which gives the streets a quiet, mature feel. Most daily needs are within a few minutes on foot, from shops to schools.
What is the public transport situation?
The nearest train station is 10.4 km away, so rail links are not on your doorstep. For local travel, you would rely on bus services or a car. The town centre itself is very walkable, with most amenities within a few hundred metres.
