Rental homes in Attelaken, Etten-Leur
Discover available rental properties in Attelaken and view current rental prices, neighbourhood scores, and resident reviews on this page.
Rental prices and market figures for Attelaken, Etten-Leur
Attelaken is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: of the 137 homes, 70% are owner-occupied and only 30% are rented out. There are no social housing units from a housing association; all rental properties in Attelaken are owned by private or commercial landlords. This makes the neighbourhood exclusive for tenants looking for a free-sector home.
The average WOZ value in Attelaken is €491,000, significantly above the district average of Noord woongebied (€354,000) and well above the municipal average of Etten-Leur (€343,000). This higher property value is directly reflected in the rental prices. In the free sector (excluding social housing), three homes changed tenants in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €2,367 per month and a range of €1,950 to €3,200 per month. With an average surface area of 269 m², this works out to approximately €8.80 per m² per month. That is considerably higher than what you typically pay for rental properties in Noord woongebied or elsewhere in Etten-Leur. For the most up-to-date rental prices and available rental properties in Attelaken, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Attelaken, Etten-Leur
Attelaken is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the north side of Etten-Leur with a distinctly residential character. The neighbourhood has around 345 residents and is modest in size, contributing to its peaceful, orderly atmosphere. The housing stock mainly consists of spacious detached and semi-detached owner-occupied homes, which immediately explains why the average surface area of rented homes is 269 m². Renting in Attelaken therefore generally means living spaciously, but at a corresponding price.
The residents are relatively affluent: the average income per household is €40,300, slightly above the district average and clearly above the municipal average of €36,700. Labour participation is high (79%) and the largest age group is 45 to 65-year-olds. Families with children are the most common household type.
Facilities in and around Attelaken
Attelaken itself has no supermarket or shopping centre within the neighbourhood boundaries, but the facilities of Etten-Leur are within a short bike or car ride. The Zwartenberg shopping centre and the centre of Etten-Leur are a few minutes' drive away. For daily groceries, you can go to supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo in the nearby centre area. As for schools: resident Sunshine rightly notes that schools are not directly in the neighbourhood. Primary and secondary schools are available in Etten-Leur, but as a family you will have to travel a bit. Sports and recreation are well represented in the municipality: there are football clubs, tennis clubs and a swimming pool in Etten-Leur. The green surroundings of Attelaken itself offer space for walking and cycling.
Accessibility
Accessibility by car is excellent. Via the N640 and the nearby junction with the A58, you can quickly reach Breda (about 15 minutes) or Bergen op Zoom. This makes Attelaken attractive for commuters who want to live outside the city. Public transport in the immediate vicinity is more limited: bus lines connect Etten-Leur with Breda, but for train connections you are dependent on Etten-Leur station or Breda station. Accessibility therefore scores highest in resident reviews, with a 9.0. By bike, the centre of Etten-Leur is easily accessible. Parking is not a problem in Attelaken: most homes have their own driveway or garage and there is no permit requirement.
Atmosphere and residents
The neighbourhood is described by residents as quiet and tidy. On the neighbourhood page of Attelaken, resident Sunshine gives an overall score of 7.5 and describes the neighbourhood as follows: "It is a quiet, tidy neighbourhood, schools are not really in the immediate vicinity." That characterises Attelaken well: pleasant living for those seeking peace, but you are dependent on the car or bike for daily facilities and certainly for school-going children.
Compared to neighbourhoods such as Noord 1 or Noord 2, which also fall under the district Noord woongebied, Attelaken has a higher price level and a more exclusive housing supply. If you are looking for a larger home and are willing to pay more for peace and appearance, Attelaken offers a suitable alternative. If you are looking for more urban vibrancy or a wider rental supply, the Midden woongebied of Etten-Leur may offer more choice.
Does a rental property in Attelaken suit you as a tenant?
Attelaken mainly appeals to dual-income couples, expats and families who want to live spaciously in a green, quiet environment and are willing to pay a higher rent for it. The free-sector supply is limited: on average, only a handful of homes are rented out per year. So respond quickly as soon as a property becomes available for rent in Attelaken. Make sure you have income statements, employer declarations and identification ready, as landlords in this segment generally select strictly. There are no social housing units in Attelaken, so registering with a housing association is pointless for this neighbourhood. If you are considering buying a home, you can also look at the supply of homes for sale in Attelaken, given the predominantly owner-occupied character of the neighbourhood.
What residents say about living in Attelaken
Attelaken receives an average resident score of 7.5 out of 10, based on submitted reviews via Buurtje.nl. Accessibility scores highest with a 9.0, followed by community, green space, housing, beauty and facilities, all scoring 8.0. Safety is rated at 7.0. Education scores lowest with a 4.0, which aligns with resident Sunshine's comment: "Schools are not really in the immediate vicinity." View all reviews and the full reviews and neighbourhood data of Attelaken for a complete picture.
Compare rental properties in and around Attelaken
Want to know how Attelaken compares to other neighbourhoods in the area? In addition to the neighbourhoods Noord 3 and Noord 4, Midden landelijk gebied also offers a green living environment, but usually at different price levels. For a broad overview of all available rental properties in Etten-Leur, you can visit the page rental properties in Etten-Leur. More information about the municipality can be found on the page Etten-Leur or directly on the website of the municipality of Etten-Leur. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so that as a tenant you not only find a home, but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Attelaken, Etten-Leur?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Attelaken is €2,367 per month, with a range of €1,950 to €3,200 per month. With an average living area of 269 m², this works out to about €8.80 per m² per month. There are no social housing units in Attelaken, so the entire rental supply falls within the free sector.
Are there social housing units in Attelaken?
No, Attelaken has no housing association properties. The share of social housing from a housing corporation is 0%. All rental properties in the neighbourhood are owned by private or commercial landlords and therefore fall entirely within the free sector. Those seeking social housing in Etten-Leur can register with housing association Alwel, but for Attelaken itself, that is pointless.
What is it like to live in Attelaken?
Attelaken is a quiet, neat residential neighbourhood on the north side of Etten-Leur with spacious homes and a green character. Residents appreciate the tranquillity and accessibility, which scores 9.0. The neighbourhood scores an average of 7.5 out of 10. One point of attention is that schools are not directly nearby, which residents also mention in their reviews.
Is Attelaken suitable for families with children?
Attelaken has 60 households with children, the largest household group, and 46% married residents, giving the neighbourhood a family-friendly character. The homes are spacious and the surroundings are quiet and green. However, keep in mind that schools are not within walking distance; primary and secondary schools in Etten-Leur can be reached by bike or car.
How is the accessibility of Attelaken?
Accessibility of Attelaken scores 9.0 in resident reviews. By car, the neighbourhood is excellently accessible via the N640 and the nearby junction with the A58 towards Breda and Bergen op Zoom. Public transport is more limited; for the train, you rely on Etten-Leur or Breda station. Parking is not a problem: most homes have their own parking space and there is no permit requirement.
What facilities are there in Attelaken?
Attelaken itself has no supermarket or shopping centre within its boundaries. Daily amenities such as Albert Heijn, Jumbo and various shops can be found a short bike or car ride away in the centre of Etten-Leur and at Zwartenberg shopping centre. For sports, there are football clubs, tennis clubs and a municipal swimming pool in Etten-Leur. Schools are outside the immediate neighbourhood, which residents experience as a disadvantage.
Is Attelaken a safe neighbourhood?
Attelaken receives a safety score of 7.0 out of 10 from residents. The neighbourhood is described as quiet and tidy, which usually goes hand in hand with a low feeling of insecurity. With 345 inhabitants, it is a small-scale neighbourhood where residents know each other, contributing to social control. No specific safety issues have been reported in resident reviews.
It is a quiet, tidy neighbourhood. Schools are not really in the immediate vicinity.
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