Rental homes in Binnensingelgebied, Enschede
View the current rental property supply in Binnensingelgebied, Enschede. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Binnensingelgebied?
Binnensingelgebied is par excellence a renter's neighbourhood: no less than 67% of the more than 14,965 homes are rental properties. Of these, 39% are owned by housing associations and 29% by other landlords, meaning both social housing and the private sector are well represented. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €1,284 per month, with a range from €385 to €6,950. The average size of those homes was 102 m². That is substantial for an inner-city area, but the spread is wide: from compact studios to spacious apartments above shops in the City. The WOZ value of €271,000 is just below the Enschede average of €284,000, which translates into slightly lower housing costs. Want to see what is available today? At the top of this page you will find the current listings with daily prices.
Binnensingelgebied: lively city life with rough edges
Residents of Binnensingelgebied give their neighbourhood a 7.0 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on ten reviews. That score tells the honest story of a vibrant city district that has a lot to offer, but also its drawbacks. What immediately stands out: amenities score the highest at 8.2. That makes sense, because you literally live in the centre of Enschede. Supermarkets, restaurants, the market on Oude Markt, the Muziekkwartier and the Wilmink Theatre are within walking distance. Accessibility also scores well (7.6): Enschede Centraal station lies on the edge of the neighbourhood, and bus routes run throughout the area.
Resident Carlijn, who lives above her own shop, is enthusiastic: "The neighbourhood is very friendly and tidy. Many new buildings are being built for students and starters! Everything is very close by and that is super nice." That is true: in neighbourhoods like Lasonder-Zeggelt and Horstlanden-Stadsweide, quite a few new-build projects have been realised in recent years. At the same time, not everyone is equally positive. Maureen, whose family has run a shop in the centre for 83 years, sees the city centre changing: "Demolition of beautiful buildings, many empty shop premises." And K. van der Vegt calls it a "fairly comfortable living environment", but warns of bicycle thefts and car break-ins in the immediate vicinity.
The scores for green space (5.8) and sense of community (6.2) are the weakest points. That is recognisable: Binnensingelgebied is densely built-up and real parks are scarce, although the Volkspark on the edge of De Bothoven offers some relief. Social contact varies greatly from street to street. Where Micha in Zeggelt brings cookies to the neighbours every morning, José notes that "people hardly talk anymore". Those who want to see the atmosphere and all resident reviews can find them on the neighbourhood page of Binnensingelgebied.
Does Binnensingelgebied suit you as a tenant?
With 6,240 residents between 15 and 25 years old and 11,200 single-person households, this is par excellence a neighbourhood for students, starters and singles who want to be in the middle of city life. Renting an apartment in Binnensingelgebied is therefore the most common form of housing. Are you looking for a quiet, green family neighbourhood? Then the honest advice is: look further. Neighbourhoods like Ribbelt-Stokhorst or Boswinkel-Stadsveld offer more space and greenery. Families with children make up only a small part of the population here, and only 23% of households are married. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the listings for owner-occupied homes in Binnensingelgebied, although 32% owner-occupied is relatively limited for a neighbourhood of this size.
Searching for rental properties in Binnensingelgebied
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental listings in Binnensingelgebied, including filters on price, size and energy label. Combine that with the resident reviews and neighbourhood data on this page to make an informed choice. Want to search more broadly? Then also check out the listings in all of Enschede, or see what is available for rent in the adjacent neighbourhood Hogeland-Velve. More information about municipal regulations and permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Enschede.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental house in the Binnensingelgebied?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €1,284 per month. The range is wide: from €385 for a small apartment to €6,950 for the most expensive homes. The average floor area is 102 m².
Is the Binnensingelgebied a safe neighbourhood to rent a home?
Residents rate safety at 7.2 out of 10. That is reasonable, but several residents report bicycle thefts and car break-ins. Petty crime occurs especially around the Lasonder-Zeggelt and City areas. Locking your bike properly is no luxury here.
How is the accessibility if you rent a house in the Binnensingelgebied?
Accessibility scores a 7.6 among residents. Enschede Central Station is on the edge of the district with trains towards Hengelo, Zwolle and Münster. Several bus routes cross the area. By car, you are quickly on the A35, although parking in the centre is limited and often paid.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in the Binnensingelgebied?
Approximately 39% of homes in the Binnensingelgebied are owned by housing corporations. Waiting times for social housing in Enschede can run up to several years, depending on the type of home and your registration period with Samen Wonen (the regional housing allocation system). For renting a home in the free sector, no waiting time is required.
Who is renting in the Binnensingelgebied most suitable for?
The Binnensingelgebied is especially popular among students, starters and singles. Over 11,200 of the households are single-person households and the largest age group is 25 to 45 years old. If you are looking for a rental home in the middle of city life with all amenities within walking distance, this is a good fit. For families looking for space and greenery, other districts in Enschede are more suitable.
It's a nice neighbourhood with plenty of amenities, there are many different family compositions and the residents are approachable and pleasant to interact with. However, in my immediate vicinity there is crime such as theft (bicycles/scooters/items) and (car) break-ins. It's a fairly green neighbourhood close to Volkspark, which is of course pleasant, but it could also use some improvement in aesthetics. In my immediate area, street hygiene could certainly be improved, especially the amount of litter on the streets. Overall, the neighbourhood is easily accessible, but to get to places more central in the district you usually have to take a detour.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for over 2 years now. Above a shop (our own shop). The neighbourhood is very friendly and tidy. Many new buildings are being built for students and first-time buyers! Everything is very close by, which is super convenient. There are many rubbish bins and also racks for deposit bottles. Great neighbourhood!!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have a shop in the city centre... 83 years in the family. Over the years, the inner city has changed a lot! And not for the better. Demolition of beautiful buildings, many empty shop premises where unfortunately only the so-called "fortune seekers" often settle. The result is that they are empty again after a while! It is often made difficult for shopkeepers because of all the rules from the municipality. Rules thought up by gentlemen somewhere in a warm office who don't even seem to know the whole situation in the city themselves. Streets are closed, the car park in our neighbourhood closed, and that, as they say, for a higher purpose! No, it is certainly not a pleasure to be a small independent business in a city like Enschede where there is only room for large worthless chains like Primark, Sissy Boy XL and Action. No more appreciation for a decent butcher, fish or fruit shop. Very unfortunate but that is the reality in Enschede.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoor contact with each other. People hardly talk anymore
Auto-translated to English by AII have always felt at home here. From the moment I was born, I already screamed “Het Zeggelt, that's where I feel at home!”. Every morning when I wake up here, I bring cookies to all the residents of our street. Often no one opens the door, but then I just throw them over the fence.
Auto-translated to English by AIwould rather live somewhere else
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a safe neighbourhood, where a lot of diverse people live. That can sometimes clash a bit and because of that, in my opinion, there isn't really a sense of community. The neighbourhood is also very close to the city, which makes it very accessible and close to everything, but apart from a few trees and grassy patches, there is no nature.
Auto-translated to English by AIEnschede is not really my place to live. There are a lot of junkies, people really live for themselves and there is no social cohesion. The house is easily accessible by public transport, as it is a 7-minute walk from the station. However, if you drive into the city centre by car, you can only do so between 7 and 11 o'clock. If you have your own car, you can't park it anywhere; it can be a 20-minute walk. School is very close, you have the UT, ROC van Twente and Saxion. Living in the city centre is convenient because everything is close by in terms of shops. There is also a lot of crime in the neighbourhood, young people walking around with weapons (apparently) and many junkies arguing over money and drugs. The houses in the centre are old and poorly insulated; you pay an arm and a leg for rent and gas, water, electricity. There is little greenery, although there is the city park.
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