Rental homes in Centrum, Valkenswaard

Rental prices and market figures Centrum, Valkenswaard

In Centrum, Valkenswaard, almost half of the homes are rented: 49% rental homes versus 51% owner-occupied homes. This makes it a neighbourhood with a relatively large rental segment for Valkenswaard standards. Of those rental homes, 24% are owned by a housing association (social housing) and 25% belong to other landlords (private sector and private rental).

The average WOZ value in Centrum is €338,000. This is lower than the district average of Valkenswaard (€353,000) and also lower than the municipal average of €360,000. This reflects the mixed housing stock in the centre, with older apartments and smaller homes alongside more recent new builds.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 42 homes were rented out in Centrum over the past twelve months. The average rental price in the private sector was €1,522 per month, with an average area of 94 m². This amounts to approximately €16.20 per m². The range runs from €874 to €2,490 per month, depending on the type, size and condition of the home. For the current supply and the daily updated average rental price, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Centrum, Valkenswaard

Centrum, Valkenswaard is the compact, lively heart of the municipality. The Markt and Eindhovenseweg form the beating heart, with a mix of shops, terraces and catering establishments that give the neighbourhood a village-urban character. It is not an anonymous city, but also not a quiet residential area: you live here right in the middle of Valkenswaard life.

The housing stock in Centrum is varied. You will find upper-level homes and apartments from the 1950s and 1960s, but also more recent apartment complexes built in recent years on former retail or business sites. Single-family homes are also present, but they are in the minority compared to apartments. This partly explains why single-person households (1,190 of the approximately 2,486 homes) are the largest household group, and the 65-plus group with 1,725 residents is the dominant age group.

Facilities in Centrum

For daily groceries, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. There is an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo within walking distance, and the weekly market on the Markt attracts residents from the entire municipality every week. For specialist shops, clothing and personal care, the Eindhovenseweg offers a wide range. In terms of healthcare, there are several GP practices, a dentist and a pharmacy in or directly next to the centre. Primary schools such as De Horizon and several other schools in the immediate vicinity also make the neighbourhood accessible for young families, although the proportion of families with children (0-15 years: 330) is limited compared to surrounding residential areas. The Eurocircuit, the well-known motorsport track, lies outside the centre but is a striking feature of Valkenswaard as a whole for enthusiasts. In the centre itself, Wilhelminapark is a green spot to catch your breath.

Accessibility

Valkenswaard does not have its own train station, but bus line 171 connects the centre directly with Eindhoven Central, with a travel time of approximately 35 to 45 minutes. For those travelling by car: the A2 towards Eindhoven is accessible via the N69 in about ten minutes, and Eindhoven itself is about 15 to 20 minutes' drive away. By bike, Eindhoven city centre is accessible via the F-route cycle highway in about 45 minutes. Within Centrum itself, parking is regulated via paid parking during the day at the central car parks. Residents with a permit have more options in the adjacent streets, but parking pressure is a frequently mentioned issue, especially on shopping Saturdays.

Atmosphere and residents

The neighbourhood attracts a mix of older residents who have lived in the centre for years, and younger renters who appreciate the central location and facilities. On the neighbourhood page of Centrum you will find resident experiences and neighbourhood data that give a good picture of daily reality. One resident writes: "The location is ideal, everything is within walking distance, but on Friday and Saturday evenings it is quite busy and noisy in some streets around the catering establishments." That is an honest picture: the liveliness that some find attractive is for others a reason to look further.

Compared to surrounding neighbourhoods, Centrum has a different character. Turfberg-Noord and Turfberg-Zuid are quieter residential areas with more single-family homes and a greener streetscape, and generally lower rental prices in the private sector. Hoge Akkers is a new-build district with more modern homes but fewer direct shopping facilities. If you want to rent centrally in Valkenswaard and don't mind the daily hustle and bustle, Centrum is the place for you. If you are looking for peace and space, you are better off looking in one of the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Is a rental home in Centrum right for you?

Centrum is most suitable for singles and couples who prefer a central location over space and quiet. The large group of 65-plussers in the neighbourhood indicates that many residents have lived here for a long time and appreciate the proximity of care and shops. For starters considering renting an apartment in Centrum: the private sector rental prices are on the higher side with an average of €1,522 per month. Social housing is available via housing association Wooninc. or Trudo; registration via the regional platform Wooniezie is necessary, and be prepared for waiting times. If you buy instead of rent, you can also view the supply of homes for sale in Centrum. Respond quickly to available rental homes: the supply in the centre is limited and popular homes are snapped up quickly. Make sure you have income documents, an employer's statement and possibly a reference letter from a previous landlord at hand.

What residents say about Centrum, Valkenswaard

Residents particularly appreciate Centrum for the accessibility of facilities and the cosy atmosphere on and around the Markt. Less positive are some residents about parking pressure and night-time noise near the concentration of catering establishments. On the resident experiences and scores of Centrum on Buurtje.nl you can see per category how the neighbourhood scores on safety, liveability, green spaces and facilities. That combination of honest resident voices and up-to-date district data is information you will not find at neighbourhood level on any other housing platform.

Compare rental homes in and around Centrum, Valkenswaard

Would you like to know how Centrum compares to other neighbourhoods in the municipality? Kerkakkers and Het Gegraaf are neighbourhoods with a different type of housing and a quieter character. Further away are Kloosterakkers en Dommelen and Borkel en Schaft, which offer a more rural atmosphere. For a complete picture of the rental supply in the municipality, you can also look at all rental homes in Valkenswaard. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also view the municipal page of Valkenswaard for more context about living in this municipality, or consult the official website of the municipality of Valkenswaard for information about permits, parking and local regulations.