Rental homes in Graafsebuurt noord, Den Bosch

Rental prices and market figures for Graafsebuurt noord, Den Bosch

Graafsebuurt noord is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 62% of the housing stock of approximately 1,075 homes is rented out, compared to 38% owner-occupied homes. This makes renting in Graafsebuurt noord the norm rather than the exception. About half of all homes are owned by a housing association (50%), meaning social housing forms a significant part of the supply. The remaining 12% falls under private or commercial landlords, and together with the housing association homes above the liberalisation threshold, they form the free sector.

In the free sector (excluding social housing), rental prices in Graafsebuurt noord over the past year averaged €1,228 per month, with a range of €695 to €1,550 per month. The average surface area of rented homes was 311 m², which works out at a price of approximately €4 per m² per month. Over the past twelve months, 9 free-sector homes were rented out, indicating that supply is limited. The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €400,000, slightly above the municipal average of €398,000 and clearly above the district average of Graafsepoort (€351,000). For current rental prices and available rental homes, see the overview at the top of this page. If you prefer to buy, you can also view the supply of homes for sale in Graafsebuurt noord.

Living in Graafsebuurt noord, Den Bosch

Graafsebuurt noord is a mixed urban neighbourhood on the southeastern side of the centre of Den Bosch. The neighbourhood borders the Graafseweg, one of the busy arterial roads heading south, and has a distinctly urban character. The buildings largely consist of post-war housing, with porch flats, terraced houses and some older properties along the main streets. It is not a picturesque city centre, but neither is it an anonymous new-build estate: it has the scale and rhythm of an ordinary residential neighbourhood in Den Bosch where people have been living and working for decades.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

The neighbourhood scores remarkably high on facilities (10/10 in resident reviews), and for good reason. Along the Graafseweg and surrounding streets, daily shopping is easy, with supermarkets within walking distance. The Jeroen Bosch Hospital is a short bike ride away, making the neighbourhood attractive for healthcare staff. For sports and recreation, the 's-Hertogenbosch Stadium (Dieze Park) is nearby, and resident Harold van Duijn mentions it in his review as the "most beautiful stadium" in the Netherlands. The neighbourhood centre also scores well in his eyes. For schools, the picture is more mixed: the resident score for education stands at 5.5, indicating that the supply of primary schools in the immediate vicinity is perceived as limited or of variable quality. Parents with children would do well to explore which schools are accessible in advance. The municipality of Den Bosch offers an overview of schools and neighbourhood facilities per district via denbosch.nl.

Accessibility

Accessibility is the absolute strongest asset of Graafsebuurt noord: residents give it a perfect score of 10/10. Den Bosch station is within cycling distance (roughly 10 to 15 minutes pedalling), and from the station you can reach Eindhoven or Utrecht in about 25 minutes. The Graafseweg provides quick access to the A59 towards Waalwijk and the A2 towards Eindhoven and Amsterdam. By bike, you can reach the centre of Den Bosch in a quarter of an hour. Bus services run along the Graafseweg and connect the neighbourhood with the station and other parts of the city. Parking in the neighbourhood is partially regulated through permit zones, so check this carefully if you have a car.

Atmosphere and what residents think

The neighbourhood receives an average resident score of 7.1 out of 10, based on 2 reviews. Green spaces (10/10) and accessibility (10/10) are the standout highs. Safety (6.5) and community (6.0) score somewhat lower, which fits the picture of an urban transit neighbourhood where people are not necessarily deeply rooted. Resident Harold van Duijn is enthusiastic about the neighbourhood but has reservations about the infrastructure: he points out a road that splits the park in two, thereby limiting the view of the IJzeren Vrouw (a striking artwork in Den Bosch). "Would also have a nice view of the IJzeren Vrouw if that bloody road hadn't split the bloody park in two," he writes. Another reviewer is considerably less kind and gives the neighbourhood a 4.2, although the tone of that review is not very informative. Read all reviews on the neighbourhood page of Graafsebuurt noord.

Compared to the neighbouring Graafsebuurt zuid, the northern part has a slightly more urban and busier character due to its proximity to the Graafseweg. Aawijk noord and De Hinthamerpoort are also neighbourhoods in the same district worth considering if you want to compare the area in terms of atmosphere and rental price.

Is renting in Graafsebuurt noord right for you?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts young workers and dual-income couples: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (645 out of 2,165 residents), and single-person households are the most common (540 units). The high proportion of highly educated residents (42%) fits with the proximity of hospital care, education and business services in Den Bosch. Families with young children are less represented, and the education score suggests this may be a conscious choice. For starters and young professionals who want to live in the city quickly with good accessibility, a rental home in Graafsebuurt noord is a realistic option, provided you respond to listings in time. The free-sector supply is limited (9 rentals in 12 months), so available rental homes are snapped up quickly. For social housing, register with a housing association such as Zayaz, active in Den Bosch, but expect waiting lists. Also check the broader supply of rental homes in Den Bosch as an alternative.

What residents say about Graafsebuurt noord

Graafsebuurt noord scores a 7.1 out of 10 based on 2 resident reviews. The highest scores go to accessibility (10/10), green spaces (10/10) and facilities (10/10). Education (5.5) and community (6.0) are the weaker points. Harold van Duijn gives the neighbourhood a 10 and writes: "Nothing else is worthy. As soon as I step outside the neighbourhood, I feel disgusted." His enthusiasm for the stadium and the neighbourhood centre is genuine, although he criticises the road that cuts through the park. View all scores and experiences on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Graafsebuurt noord.

Comparing rental homes in and around Graafsebuurt noord

Want to weigh up renting an apartment in Graafsebuurt noord against other options? The neighbourhood falls within the district Graafsepoort, where the average WOZ value is lower (€351,000 compared to €400,000 in Graafsebuurt noord). For rental homes in Graafsepoort as a whole, see the rental overview of the Graafsepoort district. Those who prefer a more urban setting can also look at the City Centre or Muntel / Vliert. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and district data, so you not only search for a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. The rental prices and market figures on this page are based on actual free-sector rentals over the past twelve months.