Rental homes in Bakel, Gemert-Bakel
Looking for a rental property in Bakel? Check the current listings on this page, including neighbourhood data and resident reviews.
Renting in Bakel: a small free-sector market with high prices
Bakel has traditionally been an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 2,290 homes in this village in the municipality of Gemert-Bakel, only 24% are rental properties. That share is split between housing association homes (12%) and other landlords (12%), meaning the supply for free-sector tenants is limited. The WOZ value of homes in Bakel averages €409,000, clearly above the municipal average of €386,000, which partly explains the higher rents. In the free sector (excluding social housing), six homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €2,648 per month and a range of €1,225 to €3,500 per month for an average floor area of 88 m². These are annual averages; the current supply and daily average rent can be found at the top of this page. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the homes for sale in Bakel, as that is by far the most common segment here.
Bakel: tranquillity, green surroundings and an active village community with caveats
Anyone looking for a rental home in a quiet, green village will quickly end up in Bakel. On the neighbourhood page for Bakel, residents give the village a 7.6 out of 10. The high scores for safety (9.0), green spaces (9.0) and beauty (9.0) paint a picture of a village that looks good and where people feel safe. The greenery around the village is not just marketing talk: Bakel is nestled between farmland and nature, and you notice that in the daily living environment.
Yet the picture is not entirely rosy. Jennifer, who gives the village a 7.6 and describes it as "a small, calming neighbourhood," also points out the downside of village life: gossip is part of it, she says, and little is done for young people. Accessibility scores the lowest of all categories at 5.0, and that is noticeable. There is one bus per hour which, according to her, is mostly full in the mornings, and the neighbourhood bus to Gemert is unreliable. Those without a car will find that Bakel is somewhat isolated. Amenities score a 6.0: there are a few cafés, but no extensive shopping options or urban facilities. For that, you have to rely on Gemert or further afield.
The immediate surroundings of Bakel also include scattered housing outside the village centre. For example, there are remote residential areas such as Verspreide huizen Grotelse Heide en Esp and Verspreide huizen ten zuidwesten van Bakel, where it is even quieter than in the centre itself. For those seeking true tranquillity, that can be appealing, but accessibility is correspondingly more limited. The community score of 7.0 and the education score of 8.0 show that there is indeed social cohesion and that primary education is well organised, but Bakel is not a village where you will feel at home as a young person or urbanite if you depend on public transport or are looking for a lively nightlife scene.
Renting in Bakel: who is this village suitable for and who is it not?
Bakel mainly attracts families and middle-aged people who appreciate peace and space. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years old, and the share of married households is 42%. Renting in Bakel in the free sector is pricey: with an average of €2,648 per month, it is not an option for those on a tight budget. Those considering renting an apartment in Bakel will find little supply and pay market-conforming prices. For starters or young people without a car, Bakel is less suitable, given the limited public transport connections. Those looking for more urbanity or better accessibility might also consider Gemert-Centrum or Gemert-Noord.
Finding rental homes in Bakel: how to go about it
The supply of rental homes in Bakel is limited and variable. Buurtje.nl collects the current supply on this page, including filters for price, floor area and energy label. Want a broader picture of the region? Then also check out the overview of rental homes in Gemert-Bakel or explore neighbouring villages such as Handel and De Mortel. For municipal information about housing, permits and social housing, you can visit the website of the municipality of Gemert-Bakel.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Bakel?
In the private sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Bakel over the past twelve months was €2,648 per month, with an average living area of 88 m². The range was from €1,225 to €3,500 per month. This is a small market: only six homes were rented out in this period.
Is social housing available in Bakel?
Approximately 12% of the housing stock in Bakel is owned by a housing association. Waiting times for social housing in the Gemert-Bakel region can be long. For up-to-date information on registration and waiting times, you can contact the municipality of Gemert-Bakel or the local housing association.
How is the accessibility of Bakel if you want to rent a home there?
The accessibility of Bakel scores 5.0 out of 10 in resident reviews, which is the lowest of all rated categories. There is one bus per hour and a neighbourhood bus to Gemert, but these are not always reliable or have limited capacity. Anyone looking to rent a home in Bakel would do well to have their own car.
Is Bakel safe to live in?
Residents rate safety in Bakel at 9.0 out of 10, one of the highest scores. It is a quiet village with little nuisance. The overall resident score is 7.6 out of 10, with greenery and beauty also scoring highly.
Are there schools in Bakel for families looking to rent a home?
Bakel scores 8.0 out of 10 for education in resident reviews, indicating that primary education in and around the village is well organised. For secondary education, children rely on Gemert or surrounding towns. Families with young children looking for a rental home in a safe, green environment will find a suitable base in Bakel.
There is a lot of gossip, which usually happens in a village, sometimes things that aren't true. There are a few cafes but nothing is done for the youth, there is only one bus per hour and it's mostly always full in the mornings, there is also one neighbourhood bus to Gemert which is always late or doesn't come.
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