A social rental on Kerkstraat
This apartment on Kerkstraat 84 sits in the heart of Gilze, a village where daily life moves at a relaxed pace. It was a social housing rental, so the rent reflected that status. At €654 per month, the price was well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which at the time stood at €2,950. The floor area of 59 m² is about 60% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 146 m², which is typical for an apartment. For context, apartments in Gilze en Rijen are a common sight in this part of the municipality. This home has not been online since 7 September 2026.
The Centrumgebied Zuid Gilze neighbourhood
Centrumgebied Zuid Gilze is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of ages, though older residents make up a notable share. Around 40% of the population is 65 or over, and many households are single-person, at 39%. The area has a quiet, settled feel, with a low crime rate of 18 incidents in the latest figures. It is a place where neighbours tend to know each other, and the streets are calm. The Centrumgebied Zuid Gilze neighbourhood is one of the smaller residential areas in Gilze, with just over 1,200 residents.
Daily life on the street
For daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools are within a couple of streets: Kindcentrum Pinokkio & De Bolster and Openbare basisschool De Wildschut. A child daycare centre is on your doorstep, and the GP practice is also just around the corner. The nearest park is a bit further out, but the village centre itself offers plenty of everyday amenities. The municipality of Gilze en Rijen covers a rural area with several villages, each with its own character.
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About Kerkstraat 84, Gilze
Was €654 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €654 per month, this social housing rental was significantly below the average asking rent in the neighbourhood, which was €2,950. The average rent per square metre in the area was €20.21, while this home worked out at about €11.08 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is an official registration from EP-Online, and it indicates the home's energy efficiency on a scale from A to G. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its energy performance.
How big is this apartment?
The floor area is 59 m². That is about 60% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 146 m², which reflects the fact that this is an apartment rather than a family home. The listing did not state how many rooms the apartment had, so the layout was not specified.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Centrumgebied Zuid Gilze is a quiet, settled neighbourhood with a high proportion of older residents, around 40% are 65 or over. Many households are single-person, and the crime rate is low. It is a compact area with a village feel, where daily amenities like a supermarket and schools are within walking distance.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 6.6 km away. That is a reasonable distance, so you would likely need a bike or car for train travel. The listing did not specify which station it was, only the distance.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this was a social housing rental, which meant the rent was set at a level intended to be affordable. The monthly rent of €654 was well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which was €2,950. Social housing typically had eligibility criteria, but those were not detailed in the listing.
