Rental homes in Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo
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Rental prices and market figures Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo
Binnenstad-Centrum is pre-eminently a tenant neighbourhood: as many as 79% of the 742 homes are rental properties. Strikingly, only 5% of these are owned by a housing association. The vast majority, around 74%, are rented out by private landlords and investors. This means that the supply of social housing in Binnenstad-Centrum is very limited and you often have to wait a long time on a waiting list for an affordable rental home.
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €821 per month, with a range from €596 to €995. The average floor area was 49 m², which works out at around €16.75 per square metre. That is steep, but logical for the heart of the city where you mainly find compact apartments. The WOZ value here is €217,000, significantly lower than the average for the district Binnenstad (€263,000) and the municipality of Hengelo (€292,000). The average income of €28,400 is also lower than the municipal average of €34,000. That fits the profile of the neighbourhood: many single people, starters and students. At the top of this page you can see the current daily prices and available rental properties in Binnenstad-Centrum.
Living in Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo
Binnenstad-Centrum is the beating heart of Hengelo. You live here right among the shops of the Enschedesestraat and the Brinkstraat, within walking distance of the Markt with its terraces and the weekly market on Saturdays. It is a neighbourhood with an urban character, where there is always something going on. The housing stock mainly consists of apartments above shops and newer apartment complexes from recent decades. You will hardly find any detached houses or terraced houses here. If you want to rent an apartment in the centre, you will find the most supply here.
Facilities within walking distance
You are well set for daily groceries: the Albert Heijn at Thiemsbrug square and the Jumbo in the Thiemsbrug passage are within a five-minute walk. Along the Enschedesestraat you will find various specialist shops, from the Turkish supermarket to the cheese shop. There is plenty of hospitality, with restaurants and cafés around the Markt and along the Langestraat. For sports you can go to the Twentebad, the indoor swimming pool that is within cycling distance. The FBK stadium and various sports clubs are a bit further away in the district Hengelose Es. There are no primary schools directly in Binnenstad-Centrum itself, but in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Binnenstad-West and Binnenstad-Oost there are several primary schools. Secondary schools such as the Bataafs Lyceum are within cycling distance in the Noord district.
Accessibility from Binnenstad-Centrum
Hengelo station is less than a ten-minute walk from the Markt. From there you have direct trains to Enschede (10 min), Almelo (10 min), Deventer and even the Intercity to the Randstad. Several bus lines stop at the station and along the Burg. Jansenplein. By car, you can quickly reach the A1 and A35 via the Deldenerstraat and Bornsestraat. Parking in the centre is a point of attention: you are dependent on paid parking in garages such as the Beurs garage or street parking with a parking disc or permit. There is no free parking. By bike you can reach almost any district of Hengelo within a quarter of an hour.
Atmosphere and residents
The neighbourhood mainly attracts young people and single people. Of the 1,170 residents, the 25 to 45 age group is by far the largest (480 people), followed by 15 to 25 year olds (280). As many as 665 of the households are single-person. Only 15% are married. This gives the neighbourhood a dynamic, young character, but it also means there is a lot of turnover. Residents appreciate the liveliness and the convenience of having everything within reach. At the same time, there are critical comments about noise nuisance from hospitality, especially at weekends, and about the limited parking options. One resident writes: "Everything is close by, from shops to the station. But on Friday and Saturday nights you have to like noise." See more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Binnenstad-Centrum where residents share their reviews.
Compared to the adjacent neighbourhoods, Binnenstad-Centrum is the most urban. In Binnenstad-West you find a bit more peace and green, while Binnenstad-Oost is more of a residential neighbourhood with larger homes. If you are looking for rental properties in the broader Binnenstad district, it is a good idea to compare all three neighbourhoods.
Is Binnenstad-Centrum right for you as a tenant?
Are you a starter, student or young professional and do you want to rent a home in Binnenstad-Centrum? Then this is a logical choice: you have everything within walking distance and the rents are relatively affordable for centre homes compared to larger cities. However, the supply is limited and homes go quickly. Prepare your documents (income statement, employer's statement) in advance and respond quickly when something becomes available for rent. For social housing you can register with housing association Welbions, but expect long waiting lists given the minimal association ownership of 5% here. If you are looking for more space or a garden, a rental house in the suburbs is more realistic. Also consider homes for sale in Binnenstad-Centrum as an alternative, because with a WOZ value of €217,000 the purchase prices here are lower than elsewhere in Hengelo.
What residents say about Binnenstad-Centrum
Residents of Binnenstad-Centrum give the neighbourhood an average satisfactory score, with the highest scores for facilities and accessibility. The lowest scores go to parking and night-time noise. "During the day it is a nice neighbourhood to live in, in the evenings it sometimes gets a bit busy due to the nightlife crowd," says one resident. Do you want to read all the reviews and see the scores per category? Then go to the reviews of Binnenstad-Centrum.
Compare rental properties in Binnenstad-Centrum with surrounding neighbourhoods
Are you unsure between renting in Binnenstad-Centrum or an adjacent neighbourhood? In Binnenstad-Oost you generally find slightly larger homes, while the district Groot Driene is popular with families looking for more space and greenery. Also Hasseler Es and Noord offer alternatives with often lower rents. On Buurtje.nl you can compare neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current supply from more than 1,500 sources, so you can make an informed choice. Also see the overview of rental properties in Hengelo. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Hengelo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo?
The average rent in the free sector in Binnenstad-Centrum is €821 per month, with a range from €596 to €995. The average floor area is 49 m², which works out to about €16.75 per m². Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but supply is very limited (5% association-owned).
Are there social housing properties in Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo?
Only 5% of homes in Binnenstad-Centrum are owned by a housing association. For social housing, you can register with Welbions, the largest association in Hengelo. Expect long waiting times, as supply in the centre is minimal. The remaining 74% of rental properties are let by private landlords.
What is it like to live in Binnenstad-Centrum?
Living in Binnenstad-Centrum means everything within walking distance: shops, restaurants, the station and the weekly market. The neighbourhood has a young, dynamic character with many singles and starters. Residents appreciate the convenience, but mention noise from hospitality venues at weekends and limited parking options as downsides.
Is Binnenstad-Centrum suitable for starters and students?
Yes, Binnenstad-Centrum is popular with starters and students. The largest age group is 25-45 years (480 people) and 665 of the households are single-person. There are many compact apartments for rent in the free sector. The proximity of Hengelo station also makes it attractive for students travelling to Enschede or other cities.
How accessible is Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo?
Hengelo station is a ten-minute walk away, with direct trains to Enschede, Almelo and the Randstad. Bus routes stop at the station and in the centre. By car, you are quickly on the A1 and A35. Parking is paid, via car parks or street parking with a permit. By bike, you can reach any neighbourhood in Hengelo within a quarter of an hour.
What facilities are there in Binnenstad-Centrum, Hengelo?
In Binnenstad-Centrum you will find supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo), various specialist shops along the Enschedesestraat, restaurants around the Markt and the Langestraat, and the Twentebad within cycling distance. Primary schools are located in the adjacent neighbourhoods Binnenstad-West and Binnenstad-Oost. Secondary schools are within cycling distance.
How quickly are rental properties let in Binnenstad-Centrum?
Rental properties in Binnenstad-Centrum go relatively quickly, partly due to high demand from starters and singles. Last year, 27 properties were let in the free sector. Prepare your documents (income statement, ID) in advance and respond quickly when a property becomes available. Check the current letting time at the top of the page.
