Rental homes in Gestelse Ontginning, Eindhoven
Looking for a rental property in Gestelse Ontginning? Check the current listings on this page, including neighbourhood data and resident reviews.
Renting in Gestelse Ontginning: a tight private sector with high prices
Gestelse Ontginning is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood. Of the 3,692 homes, 62% are for sale, while 38% are rented out. The majority of those rental properties are owned by housing associations, particularly Woonbedrijf, which manages about 33% of the total stock. The private sector is therefore limited: in the past twelve months, 27 private sector rental homes were let, with an average rent of €1,730 per month and a range of €895 to €2,295 per month. The average floor area was 47 m², meaning you won't get a spacious home for that price. These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For the current supply and daily rental prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Compared to the municipal average of Eindhoven, the WOZ value in Gestelse Ontginning is slightly higher at €369,000 than the city average of €360,000. This reflects a neighbourhood that is seen as attractive, partly due to its proximity to nature. If you are considering renting an apartment or looking for a rental house here, it is a good idea to also look at the broader supply of rental properties in Eindhoven, as the private sector supply here is limited.
Green and quiet, but community spirit under pressure
Gestelse Ontginning scores a 7.3 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on six resident reviews. What immediately stands out in those scores: green space gets a 9.0 and education also a 9.0, while community scores only a 5.0. That contrast tells you everything about the neighbourhood. The location near the Klotputten nature reserve and the greenery in the area are appreciated by several residents, but social cohesion leaves something to be desired. Resident Sonja writes in multiple reviews that people are increasingly living for themselves and that there is little social contact. She describes the neighbourhood as a place where community spirit is being lost. That is not an isolated incident, as she repeats it in several contributions. Merhawit, on the other hand, gives the neighbourhood a 9.0 and describes it as cosy and safe.
A recurring theme in the reviews is the allocation of social housing. Several residents criticise Woonbedrijf, which they say allocates emergency cases that are not always justified. Whether that criticism is objectively justified is difficult to assess from the outside, but it shows that there is tension in the neighbourhood regarding the composition of residents. Furthermore, in the Hanevoet area, parking problems around charging points are reported, and there are signs of groups of young people in the park after 10 pm. Safety scores a 7.3, which is reasonable but not outstanding. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Gestelse Ontginning, where the full scores per category are also listed.
Accessibility scores a 7.5. Gestelse Ontginning is located in the southeast of Eindhoven and is well connected by bus to the city centre. If you commute to the centre daily, you won't have much trouble with that. Amenities score a 6.7, indicating that you have to leave the neighbourhood for extensive shopping or dining. The Genderbeemd and Ooievaarsnest areas also fall under Gestelse Ontginning and each have their own character, so it pays to look at them separately if you are considering renting a home in Gestelse Ontginning.
Renting in Gestelse Ontginning: who is this suitable for and who is not?
The neighbourhood mainly appeals to families and those aged 45 and over, given the population composition with the largest group between 45 and 65 years old. The proximity of nature and the available schools make it attractive for parents with children. For starters or young people looking for a lively social neighbourhood life, Gestelse Ontginning is less obvious, especially given the low community score. If you are looking for an affordable rental home in the private sector, you will also have to accept that supply is limited. As an alternative, the owner-occupied homes in Gestelse Ontginning are worth considering, or you can look at adjacent neighbourhoods such as Oud-Stratum or De Laak.
Searching for rental properties in Gestelse Ontginning: how to go about it
The current rental supply in Gestelse Ontginning changes quickly, especially in the tight private sector. At the top of this page, via Buurtje.nl, you will find a daily updated overview of available rental properties, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Would you like to broaden your search area? Then also look at the supply in Eindhoven city centre, the Kortonjo neighbourhood or Putten. For more information about living and permits in the municipality, you can also visit the website of the municipality of Eindhoven.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Gestelse Ontginning?
In the private sector, an average of €1,730 per month was paid for a rental home in Gestelse Ontginning over the past twelve months. Rents ranged from €895 to €2,295 per month, with an average floor area of 47 m². These figures exclude social housing and rooms. The supply in the private sector is limited, with 27 rentals in the past year.
Is social housing available in Gestelse Ontginning and how long is the waiting time?
Approximately 33% of the housing stock in Gestelse Ontginning is owned by housing corporations, of which Woonbedrijf is the largest. For a social rental home, you must register with Woonbedrijf or another Eindhoven corporation. Waiting times in Eindhoven can run up to several years, depending on the type of home and location. Information on registration can be found on the website of Woonbedrijf or the municipality of Eindhoven.
How safe is Gestelse Ontginning?
Residents rate safety in Gestelse Ontginning a 7.3 out of 10. The neighbourhood is generally experienced as quiet and reasonably safe. Some residents do report that young people are present in the park at late hours, and there are signs of weed smell in the area. For an urban neighbourhood, the safety score is acceptable, but it is not a top scorer in this area.
Are there good schools near Gestelse Ontginning?
Education scores a 9.0 in resident reviews of Gestelse Ontginning, indicating that parents are generally satisfied with the school offerings in the area. The neighbourhood has a relatively large proportion of families with children. For specific information about primary and secondary schools in the area, you can visit the website of the municipality of Eindhoven.
Is renting a home in Gestelse Ontginning suitable for starters?
Renting a home in Gestelse Ontginning as a starter is not a given. The private sector supply is limited and the average rent of €1,730 per month is relatively high for a home averaging 47 m². Moreover, the community score is low (5.0), meaning the neighbourhood is socially less lively than some other Eindhoven neighbourhoods. Starters looking for more dynamism and a broader rental market could also consider neighbourhoods such as Oud-Stratum or the Centre of Eindhoven.
People are becoming increasingly distant. More and more (sometimes) unjustified urgent cases. Not good. The neighbourhood is being taken over by too many nationalities, who don't seek contact. Parking problems due to charging stations.
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Auto-translated to English by AIPeople live very much to themselves these days. Little social activity. Homes are given undeserved urgent cases. Vals and Woonbedrijf are very blind to this. Not right. Social facilities are mainly for 'the elderly'. For the age group of 45/55, little to nothing is offered.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople don't really look out for each other. Urgency cases are often not fair and correct (failure of Woonbedrijf). Regular weed smell. Park many young people at late hours after 10 p.m.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is located near a beautiful nature area. Houses are being crammed with incorrect emergency cases. The housing association is blind in that regard. People are living less and less socially with each other. Strange that, given the natural location (the Klotputten), the housing association increasingly allows people on this edge to put up sheds and wooden fences. This was not the intention of the nature area. Climate change will cause a lot of water nuisance, and gardens are being replaced by stone. Neighbourhood prevention patrols during the day, while it is often needed in the evening. The housing association does not take the smell of weed seriously. The housing association does not draw a fair line regarding the admission of residents. One person gets everything done, the other nothing. This beautiful neighbourhood and location is rapidly deteriorating.
Auto-translated to English by AI- Few amenities - Plenty of green space
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