A new-build apartment in the heart of Helmond
This apartment on Oostende sits right in the middle of Helmond's lively centre, a spot where the city's energy is literally on your doorstep. Built in 2023 and carrying an A+++ energy label, it is as efficient as homes get, which keeps running costs pleasingly low. At €1,595 per month, the rent sits about 19% above the neighbourhood average of €1,345, but you are paying for a much larger home than the norm. With 87 m² of floor space, it is 26% bigger than the typical Centrum rental, and that extra room is reflected in the price. For context, this is on the high side compared with other apartments in Helmond, but the size and new-build status explain the premium.
The Centrum neighbourhood
The Centrum neighbourhood is a compact, urban area where most residents live alone, with two-thirds of households being single-person. It is a place with a strong mix of ages, from students and young professionals to a substantial group of over-65s, giving the streets a varied, lived-in feel. The density is high, with over 3,000 addresses per square kilometre, so there is always something happening outside the door. Shops, cafes and restaurants are woven into the fabric of the area, making daily life remarkably convenient. It is a busy, sociable part of town rather than a quiet retreat, and that suits anyone who likes being in the middle of things.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, the AH XL is just around the corner, barely a couple of streets away, which makes a quick shop for bread or milk effortless. A few other supermarkets, including Zapolski and Ekoplaza, are within a short walk, so there is plenty of choice for everyday needs. Families with children have several schools nearby, with KC Wilhelmina for primary education a short stroll away and Vakcollege Helmond for secondary schooling just a bit further. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre's restaurants and cafes are practically on the doorstep. Everything you might need on a regular basis is within easy reach, which is the real draw of living here. This is all part of what the municipality of Helmond offers as a whole.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through Lemon Suites and is also available via Funda, so it is being marketed through several channels.
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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 Oostende 179, Helmond
Is €1,595 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is about 19% above the neighbourhood average of €1,345, which puts it on the high side for Centrum. However, the apartment is also 26% larger than the typical rental in the area, at 87 m² compared with the average of 69 m². The new-build status and A+++ energy label also set it apart from much of the older stock in the neighbourhood, so the premium reflects a more modern and efficient home.
What does the A+++ energy label mean for my energy bills?
An A+++ label is the most efficient rating a home can achieve, so you can expect very low energy costs compared with most properties. This is a new-build apartment from 2023, and the label reflects that modern construction. While exact monthly figures depend on your usage, the label itself indicates the home is designed to be highly energy-efficient, which is a significant advantage in keeping running costs down.
How big is this apartment compared with others in the neighbourhood?
At 87 m², this apartment is 26% larger than the average rental in Centrum, which comes in at 69 m². That is a substantial difference, giving you noticeably more living space than most homes available in the area. The extra square metres are part of what justifies the higher rent, along with the new-build quality and the efficient energy label.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
Centrum is a densely populated urban area with a high address density of over 3,000 per square kilometre. Two-thirds of households are single-person, and there is a broad age mix, from young adults to a large group of over-65s. The area is busy and sociable, with restaurants, a library and a park all within a short walk, making it a convenient place to live without needing to travel far.
How close are the shops and schools?
The AH XL supermarket is just 143 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep for daily groceries. Several other supermarkets, including Zapolski and Ekoplaza, are within a few hundred metres. For schools, KC Wilhelmina primary school is about 464 metres away, and Vakcollege Helmond secondary school is roughly 496 metres, both within an easy walk. The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
Is this a new building?
Yes, the apartment was built in 2023, so it is a recent new-build. That means the construction is modern, and the A+++ energy label confirms it meets the highest efficiency standards. You are getting a home that is only a couple of years old, with all the benefits that come with contemporary building practices and materials.
