Rental homes in Centrum, Roosendaal

What does a rental property cost in the Centrum of Roosendaal?

The Centrum of Roosendaal is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are almost evenly split: 48% of homes are rental properties, 51% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock of 3,924 homes, 21% is owned by a housing association, while 27% is offered through other landlords. This makes the private rental sector relatively large here compared to many other neighbourhoods in Roosendaal. The average WOZ value is €257,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €292,000. This is also reflected in rental prices: in the private sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,163 per month, with a range of €375 to €2,750. The average floor area of rented homes was 161 m², indicating that both compact apartments and more spacious homes come onto the market. At the top of this page you will always see the current daily prices and the current supply.

Living between the station and the shopping street: how do residents experience the Centrum?

The Centrum of Roosendaal is not a quiet suburb. It is a neighbourhood that lives, sometimes buzzes, and occasionally chafes. With 7,060 residents and an overweight of single-person households (2,445 of the total), the neighbourhood mainly attracts singles and younger working people. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, which you notice in the atmosphere: there are restaurants, shops, and the station ensures a constant flow of people. On the neighbourhood page of Centrum, residents give the neighbourhood a 6.9 out of 10. That is an honest score that fits a neighbourhood with clear plus points and areas for improvement.

Resident Rick aptly describes it as a "varied neighbourhood in terms of safety." He mentions the involvement of neighbours and the active neighbourhood watch as positive, but also points to the bustle from the traffic around the station. That nuance is important: the Stationsbuurt has a different character than, for example, Vrouwenhof, which is slightly more sheltered. The safety score of 6.0 confirms that the Centrum does not feel equally quiet everywhere, especially around the station in the evenings. On the other hand, accessibility (8.0), amenities (8.0), and education (8.0) score highly. You have the Roselaar and the Markt within walking distance, the NS station takes you quickly to Breda or Bergen op Zoom, and there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity.

What residents appreciate less is the lack of green space: a score of 5.0 is the lowest sub-score. The Centrum is simply paved over, with narrow streets and few parks. If you need a garden or a park on your doorstep, you are better off looking at Centrum-Oud on the edges or at neighbourhoods like Oost or Noord, where there is more space. The housing score of 6.0 indicates that the quality of homes varies: there are both renovated apartments above shops and older buildings in need of maintenance. Information about ongoing centre plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Roosendaal.

Renting in the Centrum: for whom, for whom not?

A rental home in the Centrum best suits singles and couples who value accessibility and amenities. With an average income of €34,900 in the neighbourhood and a labour participation rate of 64%, it is a neighbourhood for working people with a moderate budget. If you are a starter and want to rent an apartment in Centrum without a car, the proximity to the station is a major advantage. For families with young children, the neighbourhood is less obvious: the limited green space and the bustle around the station make neighbourhoods like Langdonk or Groot Kroeven more attractive. Prefer to buy? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Centrum, where the lower WOZ value compared to the rest of Roosendaal can offer opportunities.

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On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in the Centrum of Roosendaal, including filters on price, floor area, and energy label. Compare homes, read resident reviews, and view neighbourhood statistics in one place. Want to broaden your search? Then also check what is for rent in West or explore the full overview of rental properties in Roosendaal. The Centrum-Nieuw neighbourhood also regularly offers interesting options for those who want to live centrally.