A practical apartment in Textielbuurt Oost
This rental apartment on Lakenstraat 13B sits in Textielbuurt Oost, a neighbourhood with a working-class history and a lively, mixed feel. The home is part of the social housing stock, which means the rent is set at a level that reflects that. At €730 per month for 86 m², the price is in line with what you would expect for a social rental in this part of Tilburg. For context, apartments in Tilburg generally command a range of rents, and this one sits comfortably within it.
The neighbourhood
Textielbuurt Oost is a compact area with around 1,260 residents, and the housing stock is mostly rental. One resident describes it as an "Average Neighbourhood", noting that there is "often a lot of trouble with youngsters on fat bikes or cars driving the wrong way or speeding" and that "too few parking spaces" are a recurring issue because "many people have 2 or even 3 cars." That is the only review so far, so it gives a snapshot rather than a full picture. The age mix is fairly even, with a slight concentration in the 25-45 bracket, and about half of households are single-person. The Textielbuurt Oost neighbourhood has a distinct character, shaped by its textile past and its current mix of residents.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from here. For groceries, the nearest Jumbo is just around the corner, with an Aldi a couple of streets away. For schools, Basisschool Hasseltse Poorten is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool Hubertus is about a ten-minute walk in the other direction. The train station is roughly two kilometres away, which is a manageable distance for a commute. The municipality of Tilburg offers a wider range of amenities, from secondary schools to larger shopping areas, all within a short trip.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Lakenstraat 13B, Tilburg
Is €730 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €730 per month for an 86 m² apartment is in line with the social housing segment in Tilburg. The property has an energy label B, which is efficient, so heating costs should be relatively modest. Given the size and the label, the price appears reasonable for the area, though the neighbourhood's single review does mention some noise and parking issues.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home, meaning you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo at about 620 metres, which is roughly a five-minute walk. An Aldi is a bit further at around 730 metres. For a wider choice, there are several other supermarkets within about 1.2 kilometres, including a PLUS and an Albert Heijn.
What schools are nearby?
The nearest primary school is Basisschool Hasseltse Poorten at about 550 metres, a five-minute walk. Basisschool Hubertus is about a kilometre away, and Basisschool De Vijf Hoeven is just over a kilometre. For secondary education, De Rooi Pannen Tilburg Vmbo is at about 1.1 kilometres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
There is one resident review, which gives an average score of 6.29 out of 10. The resident describes it as an "Average Neighbourhood" and mentions trouble with youngsters on fat bikes or cars driving the wrong way or speeding, as well as a shortage of parking spaces because many households have two or three cars. It is a single perspective, so it may not reflect the whole picture.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment is part of the social housing stock. That means the rent is regulated and typically lower than the free-market rate. The monthly rent of €730 reflects that status, and it is listed via, which handles social housing allocations.
