Rental homes in Helmond-Noord, Helmond
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Renting in Helmond-Noord: a market dominated by housing association properties
More than half of the homes in Helmond-Noord are rental properties, namely 56 percent of the total housing stock of over 5,400 homes. Strikingly, the vast majority of these are owned by a housing association: 49 percent of all homes in the neighbourhood are association-owned. The private sector is therefore relatively small. In the past twelve months, only 9 homes were rented out in the private sector (excluding social housing), with an average rent of 1,352 euros per month and an average floor area of 80 m². The range ran from 350 to 1,700 euros per month. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Helmond-Noord is 248,000 euros, clearly lower than the municipal average of 312,000 euros for Helmond as a whole. This reflects the working-class neighbourhood character of the area. See the current supply and the most recent average rent at the top of this page.
Helmond-Noord: quiet, green and popular with long-term residents for decades
Those who live in Helmond-Noord often stay for a long time. That is perhaps the most telling characteristic of this neighbourhood. Resident Deirdre has lived there for 24 years with great pleasure and cites the beautiful surroundings with plenty of greenery and good accessibility to shops and the centre as the main reasons. This loyalty of residents is reflected in the resident score on the neighbourhood page of Helmond-Noord, where the neighbourhood scores an average of 8.5 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Accessibility and amenities even score a 9.0, and safety and housing also come out at a respectable 8.8.
The atmosphere is predominantly quiet and green, with wide streets and a neighbourhood where people know each other without being intrusive. Frans Stoffels describes it as a neighbourhood with little contact but good neighbours, normally quiet, with a wide street. He does add a caveat: waste is sometimes dumped on the street, which partly explains the cleanliness score of 7.0. That is the honest picture of Helmond-Noord: pleasant and safe living, but not the most polished neighbourhood in the city. The neighbourhood consists of several districts, each with its own character. For instance, Binderen has a quieter, more residential character, while in Bloemvelden and Eeuwsels you can also find rental properties in Helmond-Noord. The municipality is committed to liveability in the neighbourhood; more information about municipal policy and amenities can be found on the website of the municipality of Helmond.
The population structure shows that Helmond-Noord is a mature neighbourhood: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and the 65-plus group is also well represented with 2,600 residents. The average income of 28,300 euros is noticeably lower than the municipal average of 35,000 euros, which fits the profile of a neighbourhood with many social housing properties and a diverse population composition. The labour participation rate of 60 percent and the share of highly educated people of 14 percent confirm that picture.
For whom is renting in Helmond-Noord a good choice, and for whom less so?
Renting in Helmond-Noord is attractive for people who appreciate peace and greenery, like to live close to the centre of Helmond, and are not necessarily looking for a trendy city neighbourhood. It is a suitable area for families, the elderly, and people seeking a social rental home through a housing association. Those considering renting an apartment in Helmond-Noord in the private sector should take into account a limited supply and an average rent of over 1,350 euros per month. For starters or young dual-income couples looking for more urban dynamism, neighbourhoods such as the Binnenstad or Helmond-Oost may be more interesting. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Helmond-Noord as an alternative.
Finding and comparing rental properties in Helmond-Noord
At the top of this page you will see the current supply of rental properties in Helmond-Noord, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data so you can choose a rental home based on more than just the price. Want to compare other neighbourhoods as well? Then check out the supply in neighbouring Brouwhuis, the quiet 't Hout or view all rental properties in Helmond in one overview.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a house in Helmond-Noord?
In the private sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Helmond-Noord over the past year was €1,352 per month for a home averaging 80 m². Rents ranged from €350 to €1,700 per month. Supply in the private sector is limited; most rental properties in the neighbourhood are social housing through a housing association.
How long is the waiting time for a social housing property in Helmond-Noord?
The waiting time for a social housing property in Helmond-Noord depends on your registration period with the regional housing association, in this case mainly Woonpartners. Since nearly half of all homes in Helmond-Noord are owned by housing associations, there is relatively much social supply, but waiting times in the Helmond region can extend to several years. You can register via the website of the relevant association or via WonenBreburg.
Is Helmond-Noord a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents rate safety in Helmond-Noord at 8.8 out of 10, one of the highest scores within the neighbourhood. Several residents describe the area as quiet and safe. A minor drawback occasionally mentioned is the dumping of waste on the street, which sometimes negatively affects the overall appearance. Overall, Helmond-Noord is considered a quiet and safe neighbourhood.
How accessible is Helmond-Noord by public transport?
Accessibility is one of Helmond-Noord's strongest points: residents give it a 9.0 out of 10. The neighbourhood is within cycling distance of Helmond city centre and the train station, and bus connections are well organised. Resident Deirdre explicitly mentions the accessibility to shops and the centre as the reason she has lived happily in the neighbourhood for 24 years.
Are there good schools in or near Helmond-Noord?
Education scores 8.8 out of 10 in resident reviews of Helmond-Noord, indicating that residents are satisfied with the school provision in and around the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood has a relatively large share of families with children (0-15 years: approximately 1,850 residents), pointing to a family-friendly character. For specific schools and their locations, you can visit the Helmond municipality website.
Little contact but good neighbours, wide street, normally quiet, sometimes some children shouting, a lot of rubbish is dumped on the street
Auto-translated to English by AII have been living here for 24 years with great pleasure. I mainly love the beautiful surroundings with lots of greenery and the accessibility to shops and the centre.
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Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone in the neighbourhood knows each other, in summer always sitting together chatting (our little park), friendly people, there for each other (our little park)
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