Rental homes in Centrum, Oosterhout
Discover rental properties in Centrum, Oosterhout. View the current listings on this page, including neighbourhood data and resident scores.
Rental prices and market figures Centrum, Oosterhout
Almost half of the homes in Centrum, Oosterhout are rental properties: 47% of the 3,427 homes are rented out. This is a relatively high proportion, especially compared to the municipality of Oosterhout as a whole. Of these rental homes, the majority are owned by a housing corporation (33%), while 14% are offered via other landlords. The average WOZ value is €299,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €354,000. This reflects the type of housing in the centre: more apartments and smaller units than in the suburbs.
In the private sector (excluding social housing), six homes were rented out in Centrum over the past twelve months. The average rent was €1,412 per month, with a range of €1,175 to €1,850 per month. The average floor area was 152 m², which works out at around €9.30 per m² per month. Bear in mind that the number of transactions is limited, so these figures are indicative. For the most up-to-date rental prices and available rental properties in Centrum, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Centrum, Oosterhout
The centre of Oosterhout is compact, recognisable and has a distinct character of its own. Anyone looking for a rental home here is choosing a neighbourhood with a village scale but urban amenities within walking distance. The buildings largely consist of homes from the 1950s and 1960s, supplemented by apartments above shops and a few newer complexes. It is not a neighbourhood with wide green avenues, but rather a mix of retail premises, narrow streets and older porch flats around the town centre.
Facilities in Centrum
The location right in the town centre means you have almost everything within walking distance. The Arendshof, the covered shopping centre on Heuvelstraat, is the core of the retail offering with supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo, clothing shops and a wide range of hospitality venues. The market on Slotjesveld and Markt brings extra bustle every week. For healthcare, GPs, pharmacies and dentists are available nearby. Primary schools can be found in and around the centre, and there are several secondary schools within the municipality. Sports facilities are slightly less prominent directly in the neighbourhood itself, which is also reflected in the residents' score for green space and recreation.
Accessibility
Oosterhout does not have its own train station, but bus connections from the centre take you to Breda station or Dordrecht station, from where you can travel further. By car, you can quickly reach Breda (around twenty minutes) or Utrecht via the A27. Parking in the centre is paid or permit-based, which is a point of attention for some tenants. By bike, the centre is easily accessible from surrounding neighbourhoods, and distances within Oosterhout are manageable. The residents' score for accessibility is 7.0 out of 10, indicating that residents rate the connections reasonably well.
In terms of character, Centrum clearly differs from surrounding neighbourhoods. Slotjes is greener and quieter, with more family homes and a lower building density. West has a more mixed living environment with post-war terraced houses. Anyone who wants to combine the advantages of central living with more peace and quiet could also look at the offering in Leijsenakkers. For a broader picture of rental properties in the area, the offering of rental properties in Oosterhout-Centrum as a whole is also worth a look.
The residents' score for Centrum is 6.3 out of 10, based on resident reviews. Safety, accessibility and sense of community all score 7.0. Green space scores the lowest at 5.0, which is logical for a town centre without large parks. Resident Pieta Gerritse gave the neighbourhood a 6.3 and said: "Don't know." An honest answer that perhaps also says something about how neutral the centre comes across: it is functional, but evokes few strong feelings. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Centrum.
Is renting in Centrum right for you?
Centrum mainly attracts single-person households (1,710 of the approximately 3,400 homes) and a notably large proportion of over-65s (nearly 2,200 of the 5,625 residents). This makes it not a typical student neighbourhood or family area, but rather a neighbourhood for people who value comfort and proximity to amenities over space and greenery. For starters considering renting an apartment in Centrum, the offering is limited: only six homes were rented out in the private sector in the past year. Respond quickly when something becomes available for rent, and make sure you have documents such as payslips and an employer's statement ready immediately. For social housing, registration with a housing corporation is necessary; allow for waiting lists. Anyone buying instead of renting can view the offering of homes for sale in Centrum as an alternative.
What residents say about Centrum
Based on resident reviews, Centrum scores 6.3 out of 10. The highest scores go to safety (7.0), accessibility (7.0) and sense of community (7.0). Green space scores the lowest (5.0), followed by housing (6.0) and beauty (6.0). Resident Pieta Gerritse described her neighbourhood feeling briefly but honestly: "Don't know." It is a score that fits a centre that offers a lot but surprises little. Read more experiences from residents on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Centrum. Buurtje.nl collects these reviews to give tenants a fairer picture than a standard property listing.
Comparing rental properties in and around Centrum, Oosterhout
Anyone unsure whether Centrum is the right choice would do well to compare. Strijen offers a quieter living environment outside the centre. Slotjes has more greenery and family homes. For an overview of all the offering in the municipality, you can visit rental properties in Oosterhout. More background on the district can be found on the page of Oosterhout-Centrum. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from multiple sources with resident scores and demographic data, so you not only find a home but also know what you are choosing. The available rental properties in Centrum are at the top of this page, updated daily. Want to know more about living in Oosterhout as a whole? The municipal page provides a complete overview. Current information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Oosterhout.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Centrum, Oosterhout?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Centrum over the past twelve months was €1,412 per month. The range ran from €1,175 to €1,850 per month, with an average area of 152 m². That works out to about €9.30 per m² per month. Social housing is considerably cheaper, but waiting lists and income requirements apply.
Are there social housing units in Centrum, Oosterhout?
Yes, 33% of the housing stock in Centrum is owned by a housing association, which amounts to a substantial part of the approximately 3,400 homes. For a social housing unit, you must register with the relevant housing association active in Oosterhout. Expect waiting lists, which are typically longer in popular central locations. Information on registration can be found via the website of the municipality of Oosterhout.
What is it like to live in Centrum, Oosterhout?
Centrum scores a 6.3 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Residents appreciate the accessibility and safety (both 7.0), but are less enthusiastic about green spaces (5.0) and the neighbourhood's appearance (6.0). It is a functional, compact city centre with many amenities within walking distance, but without much green space or a distinct residential atmosphere.
Is Centrum, Oosterhout suitable for seniors?
Centrum is notably popular among those aged 65 and over: nearly 2,200 of the 5,625 residents belong to this age group. The proximity of shops, healthcare and public transport makes the neighbourhood attractive for people who want to be less dependent on a car. The large proportion of single-person households also matches the housing needs of many seniors.
How accessible is Centrum, Oosterhout?
Residents give accessibility a 7.0 out of 10. Oosterhout does not have its own train station, but buses connect the centre with Breda station and Dordrecht station. By car, Breda is reachable via the A27 in about twenty minutes. Within Oosterhout, distances by bike are short. Parking in the centre is paid or regulated by permit.
What amenities are there in Centrum, Oosterhout?
The centre of Oosterhout offers a wide range of amenities. Shopping centre de Arendshof on Heuvelstraat houses supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo, shops and eateries. There is a weekly market on the Markt and at Slotjesveld. GPs, pharmacies and dentists are nearby. Primary schools can be found in and around the centre; several secondary schools are available within the municipality.
How quickly are rental homes let in Centrum, Oosterhout?
The free sector supply in Centrum is limited: only six homes were rented out in the past twelve months. That small supply means that homes that become available are usually snapped up quickly. Anyone wanting to rent a home in Centrum would be wise to respond quickly and have documents such as payslips and an employer's statement ready immediately.
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