Rental homes in Boxtel-Oost, Boxtel
Check the current rental property listings in Boxtel-Oost and discover what this neighbourhood has to offer for tenants, including neighbourhood data and resident reviews.
Rental prices and market figures Boxtel-Oost, Boxtel
Of the more than 3,966 homes in Boxtel-Oost, 36% are rental properties. This is a relatively modest rental segment: the majority of homes (64%) are owner-occupied. Of all homes, 32% are owned by a housing association, meaning the vast majority of rental properties in Boxtel-Oost are social housing. Only 4% fall under other (private) landlords.
In the free sector, one property was rented out in Boxtel-Oost last year, for a rent of €1,275 per month. That property had an area of 125 m², which works out at a price of around €10.20 per m². These figures exclude social housing. Because the sample size is small, this only gives an indication of the free sector market here.
The average WOZ value in Boxtel-Oost is €325,000, which is lower than the district average for Boxtel (€345,000) and clearly below the municipal average of €376,000. This reflects a neighbourhood with relatively affordable property values by Boxtel standards. For current listings and daily rental prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Boxtel-Oost, Boxtel
Boxtel-Oost is a predominantly residential neighbourhood on the eastern side of Boxtel, with a mixed character of post-war terraced houses, detached homes and a limited number of rental apartments. The neighbourhood has a quiet, green-suburban feel without being the bustling centre of Boxtel-Centrum. It is a neighbourhood where many families and elderly people live: the largest age group is 65-plus (over 2,300 residents), followed by those aged 45-65. This gives the neighbourhood a certain established character, with little turnover and relatively stable streets.
Facilities in Boxtel-Oost
Boxtel-Oost has access to the basic facilities you would expect in a residential neighbourhood of this size. For daily shopping, the centre of Boxtel is within cycling distance, where supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo are located. The neighbourhood scores a 6.0 for facilities in resident reviews, indicating that the offering is adequate but not exceptional. For education, the neighbourhood scores a notably high 7.0, the highest score of all categories. Primary schools are accessible in and around the neighbourhood, and for secondary education you can go to Boxtel itself or the region. Sports and recreational facilities are available in the wider municipality of Boxtel, including sports clubs and green areas in the vicinity. The municipality of Boxtel has more information about local facilities and activities on the website of the municipality of Boxtel.
Accessibility of Boxtel-Oost
Boxtel has its own train station, which from Boxtel-Oost is easily reachable by bike in about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on your exact location in the neighbourhood. From Boxtel station, trains run towards 's-Hertogenbosch (about 15 minutes) and Eindhoven (about 20 minutes), making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters. By car, the A2 is quickly accessible, providing connections towards Utrecht and Eindhoven. Residents give accessibility a 5.2 out of 10, which suggests that not everyone is equally satisfied, possibly due to limited public transport frequency outside peak hours or the distance to the station for residents on the edge of the neighbourhood. Parking is free and without a permit requirement in most streets of Boxtel-Oost, which is a practical advantage compared to busier neighbourhoods.
Atmosphere and safety
Residents of Boxtel-Oost give the neighbourhood an average of 5.8 out of 10, based on 6 reviews. The scores range from 3.8 to 7.6. Safety is the biggest pain point, with a score of 5.2. Several residents point to the bicycle roundabout in the evening hours as a problem location. Sjors writes: "In the evening there is a drug market on the bicycle roundabout. Otherwise it's fine but safety is something else." Another resident confirms this and advises caution at that same roundabout after dark. At the same time, there are also positive voices: Damon gives the neighbourhood a 7.6 and describes it as "a lot of cosiness and especially fun things", and Luuk Brunschot simply calls it "nice people". The community score (6.3) and the score for beauty (6.2) are relatively the strongest points. Green space scores the lowest of all with a 5.0, indicating that the neighbourhood does not look particularly green. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Boxtel-Oost.
Compared to Boxtel-Noord or Munsel-Selissen, Boxtel-Oost has a more established, older character with a relatively high proportion of seniors. If you are looking for a livelier or more central alternative, you can also look at the offerings in Boxtel-Centrum.
Is renting in Boxtel-Oost right for you?
Boxtel-Oost mainly attracts families and older residents. With 1,450 households with children and a large proportion of over-65s, this is not a typical young people's neighbourhood. First-time buyers and students looking for a rental home in a quiet environment with good train connections to Den Bosch or Eindhoven can find something here, but must take into account limited free sector supply. For social housing, registration with a housing association is necessary; 32% of the housing stock is owned by associations, but waiting lists in the region are generally long. If you are considering buying, you can also look at homes for sale in Boxtel-Oost as an alternative.
What residents say about Boxtel-Oost
Boxtel-Oost receives an average resident score of 5.8 out of 10, based on 6 reviews. Education scores the highest (7.0), while safety (5.2) and accessibility (5.2) receive the lowest scores. Resident Sjors makes a specific comment about safety around the bicycle roundabout in the evening hours. Others, like Damon (7.6), emphasise the cosiness and social character of the neighbourhood. In short: a neighbourhood with two faces, depending on where and when you are. Read all experiences on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Boxtel-Oost.
Comparing rental properties in and around Boxtel-Oost
Would you like to compare renting a home in Boxtel-Oost with other parts of the municipality? Then also look at the offerings of rental properties in the district of Boxtel or explore the available rental properties in Boxtel-Oost and surroundings via the total overview of rental properties in Boxtel. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also compare with adjacent districts such as Liempde or Esch for a broader picture of the rental landscape in the municipality of Boxtel.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Boxtel-Oost, Boxtel?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), a rental property in Boxtel-Oost was rented out last year for €1,275 per month, with an area of 125 m². That works out to approximately €10.20 per m². Social housing through a housing association is usually considerably cheaper, but there are waiting lists and income requirements for that.
Are there social housing properties in Boxtel-Oost?
Yes, 32% of the housing stock in Boxtel-Oost is owned by a housing association, which accounts for a significant portion of rental properties in the neighbourhood. For a social housing property, you need to register with a housing association active in the municipality of Boxtel. Be prepared for waiting lists; the demand for social housing in the region is high.
What is it like to live in Boxtel-Oost?
Boxtel-Oost is a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood with an established character. The neighbourhood has relatively many elderly people and families. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 5.8 out of 10. Strengths are education (7.0) and community spirit (6.3); points for attention are safety (5.2) and green spaces (5.0), particularly around the bicycle roundabout in the evening hours.
Is Boxtel-Oost suitable for families with children?
Boxtel-Oost has relatively many families: 1,450 households with children live there. The neighbourhood scores well on education (7.0 out of 10), indicating sufficient school provision in the area. The quiet residential environment and the relatively low WOZ value (€325,000) compared to the municipal average make the neighbourhood affordable for families, although the free-sector rental market is limited in size.
How is the accessibility of Boxtel-Oost?
Boxtel station is accessible from Boxtel-Oost by bicycle in about 10 to 15 minutes. From the station, trains run to 's-Hertogenbosch (approximately 15 minutes) and Eindhoven (approximately 20 minutes). By car, the A2 is easily reachable. Residents give accessibility a 5.2 out of 10, suggesting that connections outside peak hours are perceived as less ideal. Parking is free and without a permit on most streets.
What facilities are there in Boxtel-Oost?
Boxtel-Oost has access to primary schools in the immediate vicinity and scores highly on education (7.0). For daily groceries, supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo are within cycling distance in the centre of Boxtel. Sports clubs and recreational areas are present in the wider municipality. The overall facilities score is 6.0 out of 10, indicating a sufficient but not extensive range within the neighbourhood itself.
Is Boxtel-Oost a safe neighbourhood?
Residents give safety in Boxtel-Oost a 5.2 out of 10, the lowest sub-score. Several reviews point to the bicycle roundabout in the evening hours as a point of concern, where nuisance occurs according to residents. During the day and on the residential streets themselves, the neighbourhood is perceived as quiet and normal. It is wise to take this into account when choosing a specific location within the neighbourhood.
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Auto-translated to English by AIIn the evening there is a drugs market at the bicycle roundabout at location: 51°35'17"N 5°20'17"E. Other than that it's fine, but safety is something else.
Auto-translated to English by AIWatch out at the bicycle roundabout in the evening. It's dangerous there then.
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