Rental homes in Boekel

Renting in Boekel: a small private sector with steep prices

Boekel has traditionally been a home-owning municipality. Of the more than 3,850 homes, only 27% are rental properties, the majority of which are owned by a housing association (16%). The private sector is therefore limited: only 10% of the housing stock falls under other landlords. This has consequences for those looking for a rental home outside the social sector. Over the past twelve months, 8 homes were rented out in the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), with an average rent of €2,165 per month. The range ran from €1,171 to €4,500 per month, with an average living area of no less than 249 m². This suggests that the private sector supply in Boekel mainly consists of larger family homes, not small apartments. The WOZ value of €397,000 is almost equal to the municipal average of €398,000, indicating that Boekel as a whole has a stable housing market. For current rental prices and the daily changing supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Boekel: a family village with a strong sense of community, but limited amenities

Those who live in Boekel live in a village built primarily for families. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but young families are also well represented: over 1,450 households with children make Boekel a place where the neighbour's bike is on the pavement and the neighbourhood barbecue is no exception. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.2 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on two reviews. Community spirit and accessibility both score an 8.0, and the greenery in and around the village is also appreciated with an 8.0. This matches the image of a village bordering the Peel region, with plenty of space, tranquillity and nature in the immediate vicinity.

Residents are less enthusiastic about the amenities, which score a 6.0, and about the housing itself (6.5). One of the reviewers describes Boekel as a village where everyone knows each other, but where you quickly get in the car for major shopping or a night out, heading towards Veghel or Uden. That honest picture fits what the figures show: Boekel has basic amenities, but is not a self-sufficient centre. Want to know more about what it's like to live here? On the neighbourhood page of Boekel you can read all resident experiences and see the full neighbourhood data.

Outside the centre of Boekel, there are several scattered residential areas, each with its own character. For example, people live in the rural area around Arendnest and Zijp, or further away towards Logt and Berkhoek, where the distance to amenities is greater but the tranquillity all the more. The nearby Venhorst is also an option for those seeking a bit more village peace within the municipality. Safety scores a 6.5, which is on the low side for a small municipality, but residents themselves qualify this: it is more about the lack of lighting on certain rural roads than about crime.

Renting in Boekel: for whom does this work, and for whom not?

Boekel is most suitable for families or dual-income couples who consciously choose a quiet, green village with strong social cohesion, and who are not dependent on public transport or an extensive range of amenities within walking distance. The average income of €34,800 and a labour participation rate of 71% show that Boekel is a working community. For those looking to rent an apartment in Boekel, or seeking an affordable rental home in the private sector, the supply is narrow and the price high. Starters and people without a car are less at home. Considering buying? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Boekel, because 73% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes.

Searching for a rental home in Boekel: how to find the current supply

The supply of rental homes in Boekel is limited and changes regularly. Buurtje.nl shows the current supply at the top of this page, including filters for price, surface area and energy label. Want to broaden your search area? Then also check the supply in Molenwijk, Elzen and Neerbroek, or explore all rental homes in the municipality of Boekel. More background on the municipality can be found on the page of Boekel or directly on the website of the municipality of Boekel.