1 rental home in neighbourhood Budel, Cranendonck

Rental prices and market figures in Budel, Cranendonck

Of the more than 3,745 homes in Budel, 34% are rental properties. That amounts to around 1,270 rental homes, of which 21% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 13% by other landlords (private sector). This ratio makes Budel a neighbourhood where you have both options as a tenant, although the private-sector supply is limited. In the past 12 months, 19 homes were rented out in the private sector at an average rent of €1,617 per month. The range ran from €1,050 to €2,750 per month, with an average floor area of 129 m². That works out at around €12.50 per m². Note: these prices exclude social housing. The average WOZ value in Budel is €321,000, which is lower than the district average (€341,000) and the municipal average of Cranendonck (€354,000). This also translates into slightly lower rental prices compared to other parts of the municipality. See the current supply and daily prices for available rental homes in Budel at the top of this page.

Living in Budel: village character with everything within reach

Budel is the largest centre in the municipality of Cranendonck, located in the southeast of North Brabant, near the Belgian border. It is a real Brabant village with a compact centre around the Markt and the Sint-Willibrorduskerk. The atmosphere is friendly and village-like, with a strong sense of community among residents. Coby v.d. Schoot, a resident, describes it aptly: "Still the old-fashioned village feeling. Here you are still someone and not a number. One for all, all for one." That sense of community is something you won't easily find in larger places.

The housing stock mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1960s to 1980s, supplemented by newer expansions on the outskirts. The rental homes of housing association Wooninc. (formerly Woningstichting Compaen) are spread across the village, with concentrations around the Nieuwstraat and the Raadhuisplein. Resident Hanneke does warn: "The rental houses are of poor quality because they are old. But otherwise it's a nice neighbourhood." That is honestly a point to consider if you rent an older association home.

Facilities in the centre of Budel

The village centre offers more than you might expect. There is an Albert Heijn on the Markt and a Jumbo on the Randweg, both within walking or cycling distance from almost any corner of the village. Along the Hoofdstraat and the Marktplein you will find a bakery, butcher, pharmacy, GP practice and various catering establishments. For primary education, there are De Vonder and De Regenboog. Secondary school students usually go to the Pius X College in Bladel or schools in Weert. For sports, there is football club RKSV Budel, tennis club De Slagen and swimming pool De Hoge Heide. The Ringselven, a nature area west of the village, is popular with walkers and cyclists.

Accessibility from Budel

Resident Marc Saanen gives accessibility a 9 out of 10 and writes: "Within 10 minutes you are on the motorway, so the exit roads are close by." Via the N284 towards Reusel or the N69 towards Veldhoven you are indeed quickly on the A67 or A2. Eindhoven can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Public transport is more modest: bus line 171 (Arriva) connects Budel with Weert and Eersel, with a stop in the centre. Budel does not have its own train station; the nearest station is Weert (15 minutes by car) or Eindhoven. Parking is never a problem in the village and is free everywhere. By bike you are quickly in the countryside or in neighbouring centres such as Keunenhoek and Broekkant or Heikant and Meemortel.

Budel scores an 8.3 out of 10 from residents. Accessibility (9.0) and beauty (9.2) score notably high. The lowest score is for housing (7.5), which ties in with the comment about the quality of older rental homes. Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Budel. Compared to neighbourhoods like Verspreide huizen Berg en Toom, the centre of Budel is more compact and has more facilities, while the outlying areas offer more space and greenery.

Who is a rental home in Budel interesting for?

The largest age group in Budel is 45-65 years, but with 1,355 single-person households there is also a sizeable group of singles. Renting a home in Budel is especially attractive for people seeking peace and community spirit, but not too far from Eindhoven or Weert. For starters and seniors who qualify for social housing, it pays to register with Wooninc., although waiting lists are long. In the private sector, you need to react quickly: supply is limited and homes are snapped up quickly. Make sure you have your income statement and employer's declaration ready. If you prefer to buy, you can look at the page with homes for sale in Budel, because with 66% owner-occupied homes, the supply there is larger. Also consider renting an apartment in Budel if you are flexible in terms of living space.

What residents say about renting in Budel

Budel receives an 8.3 out of 10 from residents based on 4 reviews. The highest sub-scores go to beauty (9.2) and accessibility (9.0). Safety scores an 8.8. The lowest scores are for housing (7.5) and greenery (7.8). Willie Scheffers writes: "It is very good, I currently have no nuisance and if possible we help each other." Hanneke adds a note: she misses some social control. View all reviews and sub-scores on the review page of Budel.

Compare rental homes around Budel

Looking for a rental in Budel but also want to see what is available in the surrounding area? The neighbouring centres each have their own character. Maarheeze is slightly smaller and quieter, while Soerendonk feels even more village-like. Also view the broader supply via the rental supply in the municipality of Cranendonck or compare districts via the district overview of Budel. On the website of the municipality of Cranendonck you will find information about zoning plans and new construction projects. 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 suits you.