Rental homes in Boswinkel - Stadsveld, Enschede
Check the current rental property supply in Boswinkel - Stadsveld and discover if this affordable Enschede neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Boswinkel - Stadsveld?
Boswinkel - Stadsveld is one of the neighbourhoods in Enschede where renting is the norm: 56% of the more than 10,800 homes are rental properties, and as many as 42% are owned by housing associations. This means the private sector is relatively small here. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €1,629 per month, with a huge range from €450 to €7,950. That spread says a lot: you'll find both compact apartments and larger family homes here, with an average floor area of 93 m². The WOZ value, at €249,000, is below the Enschede average of €284,000, as is the average income (€29,600 versus €31,200 city-wide). This makes the neighbourhood financially more accessible for many tenants than, for example, the Binnensingelgebied. Want to know what's available today and at what price? Scroll to the current overview at the top of this page.
How do residents experience life in Boswinkel - Stadsveld?
With a resident score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 11 reviews, Boswinkel - Stadsveld scores reasonably well, but opinions vary. Accessibility scores 8.3, and rightly so: you're quickly on the ring road around Enschede, and Stadsveld shopping centre is within walking distance. Resident Wouter writes that you have "many amenities within walking distance" and are "quickly out of Enschede." The greenery is also appreciated (7.9): gardens full of colour, parks, and the proximity of the countryside towards 't Zwering give the neighbourhood a village character on the west side of the city.
At the same time, there is another side. Damian warns: "The junkies are on every corner and everything gets stolen." That's an experience not everyone shares, but the safety score of 7.3 is the lowest sub-score. Resident Herma also mentions the uninhabitable and boarded-up homes that blight the streetscape in some places. This is particularly visible in the Pathmos area and parts of Boswinkel-De Braker. Litter and water damage during heavy rain are also mentioned as drawbacks.
Nevertheless, many longer-term residents feel warmly about it. Pieter Buma, who has lived there for 32 years, says: "It's a pleasant environment for child and parent, everyone is respected, and new residents are easily accepted." This social cohesion is especially noticeable in the Stadsveld-Zuid and Elferink-Heuwkamp areas, where neighbours still greet each other. The scores for community (7.5) and education (7.7) confirm that picture. Read more experiences and view all neighbourhood statistics on the residents' page for Boswinkel - Stadsveld.
Renting in Boswinkel - Stadsveld: suitable for starters, less so for those seeking peace and quiet
The neighbourhood mainly attracts single-person households (5,000 of the approximately 10,800 households) and young people aged 25 to 45. If you're a starter or young professional looking for an affordable rental home close to the centre of Enschede, then Boswinkel - Stadsveld is worth considering, especially given the lower WOZ values and the large share of rental properties. Families with young children will find schools and playgrounds here, although in some streets you may have to contend with nuisance and mess. If you're looking for maximum peace and a well-maintained streetscape, neighbourhoods like Enschede-Noord or Ribbelt - Stokhorst might suit you better. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the homes for sale in Boswinkel - Stadsveld.
Searching for a rental property in Boswinkel - Stadsveld
On Buurtje.nl you'll find the current rental offering in Boswinkel - Stadsveld, including filters for price, floor area, and energy label. You can compare the rental properties with the offering in surrounding neighbourhoods such as Twekkelerveld or Hogeland - Velve. Combine the housing offering with the resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics on this page, so you choose not just a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. For more information on municipal regulations and permits, visit the Enschede municipality website.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Boswinkel - Stadsveld?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,629 per month, with an average floor area of 93 m². The range runs from €450 to €7,950, depending on the type of property. Social housing via housing associations (42% of the stock) falls outside this.
Is Boswinkel - Stadsveld a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety a 7.3 out of 10. Most residents feel comfortable, but there are reports of nuisance and theft in certain streets. Experiences vary, especially around Pathmos and Boswinkel-De Braker. Check the individual reviews to get a good picture.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Boswinkel - Stadsveld, Enschede?
Boswinkel - Stadsveld has a large share of housing association homes (42%). The waiting time for social housing in Enschede varies, but averages between 3 and 6 years, depending on your registration period and urgency. You can register via housing associations such as Domijn or De Woonplaats.
Can I rent an apartment in Boswinkel - Stadsveld as a starter?
Yes, the neighbourhood is popular among starters and single people. Over 5,000 households are single-person households. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years. Due to the large rental share (56%) and the lower WOZ value compared to the Enschede average, affordable options are regularly available.
How is the accessibility if I rent a home in Boswinkel - Stadsveld?
Residents rate accessibility an 8.3 out of 10, the highest sub-score. Stadsveld shopping centre is within walking distance, and via the Westerval and Hengelosestraat you are quickly on the ring road. Bus lines to the city centre and Enschede station run frequently. Moreover, you are quickly in the countryside.
It's not a nice neighbourhood to live in, junkies are on every corner and everything gets stolen.
Auto-translated to English by AIHello, I have lived here for 32 years with my wife, my children were born here, it's a pleasant environment for child and parent, everyone is respected and appreciated, all new residents are easily integrated into the neighbourhood in my experience!
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the moment it's a mess due to uninhabitable and boarded-up houses
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have a neighbourhood where you feel safe, where children feel at home and can also play freely, and people are happy that they can live in such a beautiful part of Enschede. The accessibility of the neighbourhood is good, people have a lot of green and colour in their gardens, and there are rubbish bins everywhere that are emptied regularly!
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Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant neighbourhood to live in. Many amenities within walking distance and you're quickly out of Enschede. However, there is a lot of litter which attracts rats. The neighbourhood also floods regularly. The shopping centre is a 10-minute walk away and therefore very close. There is also plenty of greenery, which enhances the appearance.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe nice thing about the neighbourhood is that there are many shops nearby. In addition, a number of things have been improved recently, such as more greenery in the area and the demolition of very old houses. But there is often a lot of rubbish on the street, which attracts many rats. I see them regularly. Also, there is quite often a lot of noise in the street, for example scooters constantly racing back and forth along the Rembrandtlaan. Furthermore, I don't always feel safe because there are often people 'hanging around' on the street that I don't feel very comfortable with, for example because they seem tipsy/drunk. Also, the drainage in the area is not very good. When it has rained, large puddles immediately form on the street. The pavement on the Rembrandtlaan is also very poor: many tiles are loose.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood. The motorway is easily accessible and the city centre is a 10-minute drive away. Also good connections with public transport.
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