Rental homes in Best

Renting a home in Best: a realistic look at the rental market

Best is a municipality with over 31,000 residents where the vast majority of homes are owner-occupied. Only 29% of the housing stock is rental, of which about 20% is owned by housing associations and 9% by other landlords. This makes the rental market relatively tight, especially in the private sector. In the past twelve months, 65 homes have been rented in the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), at an average rent of €1,514 per month. The range runs from €900 to €2,395, with an average floor area of 100 m². That is steep, but in line with the average WOZ value of €404,000 and the proximity of Eindhoven. Want to know what is available today? At the top of this page you will find the current listings with daily prices and rental times.

The location of Best, right next to Eindhoven and with its own train station on the Tilburg-Eindhoven line, makes the municipality attractive for people who work in the Brainport region but prefer a quieter place to live. Major employers such as ASML and Philips are within twenty minutes' reach. At the same time, supply is limited: anyone looking for a rental home in Best needs to act quickly. The municipality itself provides information about housing policy and registration with housing associations via the municipal website.

Neighbourhoods and districts: where do you want to live in Best?

Best is compact as a municipality, but there are certainly differences between neighbourhoods. On Buurtje.nl, residents rate their district, and those scores give an honest picture. Below is an overview of what you can expect.

Best-centrum, the core with amenities around the corner

The core of Best scores a 7.7 from residents based on 7 reviews. What immediately stands out: amenities score a 9.0 and accessibility an 8.3. That makes sense, because here you have shopping centre De Besterd, the train station, supermarkets and restaurants within walking distance. The beauty of the surroundings is rated 8.6, which is remarkably high for a centre. Residents rate safety as good (8.0), although community spirit scores a lower 6.4. One resident described it as "a place where you have everything you need, but you don't necessarily know your neighbours." That fits the character: functional, tidy, but not overly village-like.

Living around Wilhelminapark and Naastenbest

The green areas towards Naastenbest and Wilhelminapark mainly attract families. The green score of 7.0 for the municipality as a whole is partly due to these neighbourhoods, where you are quickly in the countryside. Housing scores a 7.3, indicating that residents are reasonably satisfied with the quality of the homes. Here you will find more single-family homes, both rental and owner-occupied. Those considering renting an apartment in Best will find that they are mainly available in and around the centre, while the suburbs offer more space.

Batadorp, a district with its own story

Batadorp is a special district in Best with an industrial past: it was built in the 1930s for employees of the Bata shoe factory. The characteristic workers' houses give the neighbourhood a recognisable appearance that you won't find anywhere else in the region. It is a quiet, green district with a close-knit atmosphere. Rental homes rarely become available here, but when they do, they are often unique properties. On the municipal page of Best you will find all resident reviews and more information about the different neighbourhoods.

The education score of 7.0 is relevant for families: Best has several primary schools and the Heerbeeck College for secondary education. For higher education, you travel to Eindhoven or Tilburg, which is quick via the station. The combination of a relatively high labour participation rate (68%) and an average income of €39,600 indicates that Best is a working municipality, not a commuter town.

Who is renting in Best suitable for, and who is it not?

Best is mainly interesting for dual-income couples and families who work in the Brainport region and are looking for a quieter living environment than Eindhoven itself. With 43% married and the largest group of households with children (5,000), it is clearly a family municipality. Expats working at ASML or other tech companies sometimes find a rental home here through their employer or relocation agency.

For starters and singles, it is more difficult. Supply in the private sector starts at €900, but the average of €1,514 is steep. Social housing through the association requires long waiting times, so register early. Those looking for more affordable options can also look at rental homes in Bergeijk or the municipality of Asten, where prices are sometimes a bit lower. Prefer to buy? Then check out the homes for sale in Best, because with 71% owner-occupied homes, supply is larger there. Prepare well: make sure you have your payslips, employer's statement and a BRP extract ready. In a tight market like Best, speed makes the difference.

Searching the rental listings in Best

On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know what it is really like. Want to search more broadly in the region? Then also look at Bergen op Zoom, Alphen-Chaam or other municipalities in the province of North Brabant. This way you will find the neighbourhood that truly suits you.