Rental homes in Binnenstad, Eindhoven

Rental prices and market figures Binnenstad, Eindhoven

Binnenstad in Eindhoven is pre-eminently a tenant neighbourhood: no less than 82% of the 2,338 homes are rental properties. Only 18% are owner-occupied. Within that rental stock, 20% is owned by a housing association (social housing), while 62% is rented out by private and commercial landlords. This means the free sector is dominant here, which is reflected in the rental prices.

In the free sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,586 per month, with a range from €482 to €2,995. With an average floor area of 93 m², this works out at about €17 per m². Some 281 homes were rented out in that period, indicating significant turnover. The average WOZ value in Binnenstad is €360,000, equal to the Eindhoven average and slightly higher than the district average of Centrum (€340,000). Compared to neighbourhoods such as Bergen or Fellenoord, you generally pay a premium in Binnenstad for the central location. At the top of this page you can see the current daily supply and the most recent average rent.

Living in Binnenstad, Eindhoven

Binnenstad is the beating heart of Eindhoven, but living here is fundamentally different from just shopping or going out. The area within the Ring (Vestdijk, Keizersgracht, Emmasingel, Wal) is compact, stony and lively. Don't expect gardens or ample parking spaces, but everything is within walking distance. The housing stock consists mainly of apartments: from renovated upper-floor homes above shops on Rechtestraat and Demer, to modern new-build complexes such as the residential towers around Stationsplein and 18 Septemberplein. Older porch flats from the 1960s and 1970s can be found on the edges, towards Dommelkwartier. Single-family homes are rare here.

Facilities in Binnenstad

For daily groceries, you have the Albert Heijn at Piazza Center and the Jumbo City on 18 Septemberplein within a few minutes' walk. For larger shopping trips, many residents go to supermarkets just outside the centre. Shops and restaurants are abundant: Rechtestraat, Kleine Berg and Stratumseind (the longest pub street in the Netherlands) are literally around the corner. The weekly market on Markt is held every Wednesday and Saturday. There are hardly any primary schools in the immediate vicinity. Parents rely on primary schools in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Witte Dame or in Oud-Stratum. Sports facilities can be found at, among others, Tongelreep (swimming centre, 10 minutes by bike) and Stadswandelpark offers a green escape route for runners. The municipality of Eindhoven is investing in more green spaces and public areas in the centre in the coming years.

Accessibility of Binnenstad

Eindhoven Central Station is located on the northern edge of Binnenstad, a five-minute walk away. From there, you can take the train to Amsterdam in just over an hour, to Tilburg in half an hour, and to Helmond in twenty minutes. Bus lines depart in all directions from the station and Neckerspoel. By car, you can reach the A2 and A67 within ten minutes via the Ring, but parking is a pain point. Street parking costs up to €4.50 per hour and a resident's permit has a waiting list. Most new-build complexes have their own parking garage, but that quickly costs €100 to €150 per month on top of the rent. Cycling is by far the most convenient way to get around: everything in Eindhoven is within a quarter of an hour's reach.

Residents of Binnenstad particularly appreciate the liveliness and the convenience of having everything within walking distance. At the same time, noise pollution (especially around Stratumseind at weekends) and crowds are frequently mentioned drawbacks. One resident writes: "You live right in the middle of life here, but on Friday and Saturday nights you notice that too." More experiences can be read on the neighbourhood page of Binnenstad where residents share their reviews. Compared to the quieter TU-terrein, Binnenstad is emphatically a place for those who love city life, not for those seeking peace and quiet.

Is Binnenstad right for you as a tenant?

With 1,860 residents aged 25 to 45 and 1,140 residents aged 15 to 25, this is clearly a neighbourhood for young adults, starters and students. No fewer than 2,325 households are single-person households and only 16% are married. If you want to rent an apartment in Binnenstad and want to respond quickly, prepare your documents: employer's statement, payslips and ID. The rental time can be seen at the top of this page, but rental homes in the centre go quickly. For social housing, you can register with Woonbedrijf, but expect years-long waiting lists. Looking for more space or a lower rent? Then also check the supply of owner-occupied homes in Binnenstad or look at available rental properties in districts such as Kortonjo or Putten, where you get more square metres for your money.

What residents say about Binnenstad

Residents rate Binnenstad on various categories, from facilities to feeling of safety. The proximity of shops and restaurants generally scores highest, while parking and nighttime noise receive the lowest scores. "During the day it's fantastic, everything is close by. At night at weekends you need strong nerves," says one resident. View all ratings and scores on the review page of Binnenstad to see if this neighbourhood suits your wishes.

Compare rental homes in Binnenstad with surrounding neighbourhoods

Unsure whether Binnenstad is the right place to rent a home? It pays to compare. Witte Dame offers a similar central location but with slightly more peace towards Stadswandelpark. Fellenoord on the north side of the station is more business-like in character, with many new-build properties. And the TU-terrein mainly attracts students and knowledge workers. For a broader picture, you can also look at the rental supply in all of Eindhoven. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.