Rental homes in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving, Bergen op Zoom
View the current rental property supply in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surroundings. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in the Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom?
The Oude Stad and its surroundings is one of the few neighbourhoods in Bergen op Zoom where the majority rents: 52% of the more than 7,600 homes are rental properties. About 34% are owned by housing associations and 18% are offered by other landlords. This means that both social housing and private sector housing can be found, although the waiting time for a social rental home in this sought-after neighbourhood is considerable. In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,355 per month, with a range of €560 to €2,270. The average size at those prices is 74 m², which works out to about €18 per square metre. That is steep for Bergen op Zoom, but logical given the central location. By comparison, the average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €259,000, well below the municipal average of €304,000. Buying here is therefore relatively more affordable than renting in the private sector. At the top of this page, check the current rental prices and letting times, as they fluctuate considerably by season.
Working-class neighbourhood with fortress walls: what is life like in the Oude Stad?
Residents on Buurtje.nl give the Oude Stad and its surroundings a 7.8 out of 10. That average does not tell the whole story, as opinions vary. What stands out: accessibility (8.4), green spaces (8.4) and education (8.4) score highly. The beauty and maintenance of public spaces lag behind with a 6.4. Resident Annemarie de Jong, who has lived there for 45 years, sums up the atmosphere: "Really a neighbourhood where social control is number one. People look out for each other, care for each other and have respect for each other." You often hear about that mutual involvement. Rina calls it "a cosy neighbourhood where everyone is there for each other."
At the same time, there is a downside. Sandra gives the centre a 5.6 and points to nuisance from confused individuals. That is a real issue, especially around the shopping streets and the station area. It is fair to say that the Oude Stad has the character of a lively city centre, with everything that entails: events like Carnival and the Kinderspelen, but also the hustle and bustle and sometimes nuisance that come with a city centre. Ms. Becht notes that in recent years investments have been made in the Rijtuigweg with new trees, flower beds and bicycle racks. Read more resident reviews and neighbourhood data of the Oude Stad for a complete picture.
The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. In the Centrum you are right in the middle of the restaurants and shops around the Grote Markt. The Havenkwartier has its own atmosphere with the old harbour and more space. Towards Het Glacis it becomes greener and quieter, while the Vestinggronden embrace the historic fortress walls. The CKB (Cultural Artistic Bergen) is around the corner for music and painting lessons. There are several primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity. Bergen op Zoom station is within walking distance, which explains the score of 8.4 for accessibility. With the intercity train you are in Roosendaal or Breda in half an hour. The municipality of Bergen op Zoom has been investing in the redevelopment of the centre in recent years, which you can see in the renewed public spaces.
Renting in the Oude Stad: suitable for singles and couples, more difficult for families
With 3,770 single-person households as the largest group and an average home size of 74 m² in the private sector, this neighbourhood is especially popular with singles and couples. The age group 25-45 is well represented (3,780 residents), as are those aged 45 and over. If you are looking for a spacious rental house with a garden for a family, you will find more options in the adjacent neighbourhood Bergen op Zoom-Noord or the greener Halsteren. With an average income of €35,000 and rents up to over €2,000 in the private sector, renting an apartment in the Oude Stad is not for everyone. If you would rather consider buying? The WOZ values here are below the municipal average, then check the supply of homes for sale in the Oude Stad.
Searching for a rental property in the Oude Stad and surroundings
At the top of this page you will find the current supply of rental properties in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surroundings, with filters on price, size and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know where you will end up. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in the whole of Bergen op Zoom or see what is available in the quieter neighbourhood Bergen op Zoom-Oost.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surrounding area?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €1,355 per month. The range runs from €560 to €2,270, depending on size and location. The average floor area is 74 m².
Is the Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety a 7.3 out of 10. Most residents feel comfortable, but around the shopping area, nuisance from confused individuals is sometimes reported. Social control in the residential areas is cited as a strong point.
How is the accessibility if you want to rent a home in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surrounding area?
Accessibility scores an 8.4 among residents. Bergen op Zoom station is within walking distance and offers intercity connections to Roosendaal, Breda and beyond. The A4 and A58 are reachable within minutes by car.
Are there enough schools in the area for families looking for a rental property?
Education scores an 8.4 out of 10. There are several primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity. The CKB also offers cultural lessons for children and adults. For families, the property size in the free sector (average 74 m²) is a point of attention.
Can I rent an apartment in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surrounding area through social housing?
Approximately 34% of homes in the district are owned by housing corporations, so social rental properties are available. However, waiting times are long due to the popular location. Of the total housing stock, 52% is rental, but the free sector forms a smaller part of that (18% other landlords).
Very many so-called confused people in the neighbourhood under the influence of something. I think they should look at how to keep these kinds of people out of the neighbourhood as much as possible.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe trees on Rijtuigweg have been renewed and flower beds have been added. Also bicycle racks. There are primary and secondary schools in the neighbourhood. You can often experience activities in the centre. Children's games and Carnival, theatre and music. The CKB is nearby. Music, painting lessons.
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived here for 45 years now, truly a neighbourhood where social control is number one. People look out for each other, care for each other, have respect for each other. And very importantly, we take care of our elderly together so they can continue living in our neighbourhood for a long time. Together we make our neighbourhood as cosy as possible.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly people live in the neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are also plenty of activities in the city
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood and everyone is there for each other
Auto-translated to English by AINice little square with a playground, but often nuisance from teenagers in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AII really enjoy living here, I've only been living here for a short while. But strangely enough, I don't really feel very safe or anything. Maybe because I've been living here for 3 weeks and my license plates were already stolen.. oh well. The accessibility is okay but there are a lot of one-way streets which is a bit annoying because you have to take a detour. You have to pay for parking almost everywhere, so that's a bit of a downside. On the other hand, there are many shops and facilities within easy reach. And there are nice parks and bits of nature. There are many different cultures in one city.
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