Rental homes in Doornakkers, Eindhoven
Check the current rental property supply in Doornakkers, Eindhoven. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and discover if this green neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Doornakkers?
Doornakkers is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 61% of the nearly 3,900 homes are rental properties, and as much as half of the total housing stock is owned by housing corporations. This makes the private sector relatively small. In the past twelve months, only 28 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,615 per month. The range runs from €541 to €2,495, with an average floor area of 112 m². This is striking, because the WOZ value in Doornakkers, at €325,000, is below the Eindhoven average of €360,000. Yet private sector rents are not necessarily low, precisely because supply is scarce. The average income of €34,100 is also below the municipal average of €38,200, meaning many households depend on the social rental sector. Check the overview at the top of this page for the current daily price and available supply.
Green, quiet and involved: how residents experience Doornakkers
On the neighbourhood page for Doornakkers, residents rate the neighbourhood an 8.0 out of 10. What immediately stands out are the high scores for green space (9.0) and beauty (9.0). That is no coincidence. Doornakkers borders the Tongelreep area and has notably many green strips, playgrounds and wide avenues with mature trees. Residents explicitly describe the neighbourhood as a place where you can still take a quiet walk in the evening without feeling unsafe (safety score: 8.0). Community spirit also scores an 8.0. You notice this in the neighbourhood initiatives and contact between neighbours, something you don't always find in larger Eindhoven neighbourhoods.
Yet Doornakkers is not a neighbourhood without caveats. Accessibility scores the lowest at 7.0. Buses run through the neighbourhood towards the city centre and Eindhoven station, but there is no own train station. By car, you can quickly reach the ring road via the Eisenhowerlaan and John F. Kennedylaan, but this can be disappointing during rush hour. Education scores a 7.0, which fits the picture: there are primary schools in the area, but for secondary education you have to go to other parts of Eindhoven. Amenities score an 8.0. Along the Woenselse Markt and in shopping centre Woensel you will find everything for daily groceries, and the Albert Heijn and Lidl on the Boschdijk are also nearby.
The neighbourhood consists of clearly different districts. In Doornakkers-West you will mainly find post-war porch flats and terraced houses, while the eastern part is laid out slightly more spaciously with more single-family homes. Tongelresche Akkers has its own character with newer housing and lies closest to the green space along the Tongelreep. The neighbourhood feels like a village in the city, with the advantages and limitations that entails. More information about life here, including all resident reviews, can be found on the comprehensive neighbourhood page.
Renting in Doornakkers: for starters, families or not?
With 2,025 single-person households, Doornakkers is popular among singles, but the largest age group (25-45 years, 2,880 people) also points to many young families. Renting a home in Doornakkers is interesting if you are looking for relatively affordable space in a green, quiet environment. For expats and tech workers who want to rent an apartment in Doornakkers, the private sector supply can be tight: with 28 rented homes per year, you need to act quickly. If you are looking for a vibrant city life with nightlife within walking distance, the Centre is probably a better fit. If you prefer to buy, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Doornakkers, where WOZ values are relatively favourable. For those considering the social rental sector: half of all homes are owned by corporations, but waiting times in Eindhoven are long. Information about registration and waiting times can be found on the website of Eindhoven municipality.
View the current rental supply in Doornakkers
At the top of this page you will find the current overview of rental properties in Doornakkers, with filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Want to search more broadly? Then also check what is available for rent in Oud-Stratum, the nearby neighbourhood Kortonjo or compare the supply via all rental properties in Eindhoven.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Doornakkers?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,615 per month, with an average area of 112 m². The range runs from €541 to €2,495. Social housing through housing associations falls outside this and is significantly cheaper, but has long waiting times.
How safe is Doornakkers for tenants?
Residents give Doornakkers an 8.0 for safety on Buurtje.nl. The neighbourhood is known as quiet, with little nuisance in the evenings. However, it is wise, as in any urban neighbourhood, to lock your bike properly and not leave valuables visible in your car.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental property in Doornakkers?
Approximately 50% of all homes in Doornakkers are owned by housing associations, but waiting times for social housing in Eindhoven can run up to several years. You register via WoningNet. For urgency or specific schemes, you can contact the municipality of Eindhoven.
Is Doornakkers well accessible by public transport?
Accessibility scores a 7.0 among residents. Several bus routes run through the neighbourhood towards Eindhoven station and the city centre, but Doornakkers does not have its own train station. By car, you can quickly reach the ring road around Eindhoven via the Eisenhowerlaan and John F. Kennedylaan.
Are there primary schools nearby if I am looking for a rental home in Doornakkers?
Yes, there are several primary schools in and around Doornakkers. Education scores a 7.0 among residents. For secondary education, students rely on schools in other Eindhoven neighbourhoods, such as in the city centre or Woensel. The travel time there is manageable by bike or bus.
It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood with many amenities. There are playgrounds for children, which is very nice. The only downside is that motorists race through the Tonglresestraat very fast.
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