Rental homes in Herreweg, Roosendaal

Rental prices and market figures for Herreweg, Roosendaal

Herreweg is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 59% of the 563 homes are rental properties, compared to 41% owner-occupied homes. As many as 54% of the total housing stock is owned by a housing association, meaning the vast majority of rental homes in Herreweg are social housing. Only 5% are rented out by other landlords in the private sector. This makes the private sector supply limited here. In the past year, an average of €855 per month was paid in the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), with an average floor area of 101 m². That works out to about €8.47 per m². The WOZ value is €195,000, significantly lower than the average for the West district (€223,000) and the municipal average for Roosendaal (€292,000). The average disposable income of €26,100 is also lower than in the rest of the municipality (€35,100). For those looking for a rental home in the private sector, Herreweg is therefore relatively affordable compared to other parts of Roosendaal. Check the overview at the top of this page for current daily prices and available rental properties.

Living in Herreweg, Roosendaal

Herreweg is a compact, predominantly post-war residential neighbourhood in the west of Roosendaal. The housing stock mainly consists of terraced houses and porch flats from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by a number of newer homes. It is not a neighbourhood with great allure, but it is a place where people know each other and where it is quiet to live. With 975 residents and a sizeable group of over-45s (275 residents between 45 and 65, and 235 over 65), the neighbourhood has a mature, stable character. At the same time, there are also young families: 130 children under 15.

What stands out is the strong social cohesion. Resident Danny Scheepers calls it "a cohesive neighbourhood" and describes how volunteers organise activities for the street. That sense of community is not a given everywhere in Roosendaal. On the Herreweg neighbourhood page you can read more about residents' experiences and see all reviews.

Facilities around Herreweg

For daily groceries, you rely on supermarkets on the west side of Roosendaal, such as Lidl and Albert Heijn in the nearby shopping area along Gastelseweg. Within a few minutes by bike, you are in the centre of Roosendaal, where you can find a wider range of shops and eateries. Primary schools are within walking distance in the surrounding neighbourhoods. For secondary education, there are several schools in Roosendaal city centre. Sports facilities can be found at the sports parks on the west side of the city. For municipal information about facilities and neighbourhood activities, you can visit the Roosendaal municipality website.

Accessibility of Herreweg

Herreweg is close to the main roads towards Bergen op Zoom and Breda. The A58 can be reached within a few minutes via Gastelseweg. Roosendaal Station, an important intercity station with direct connections to Breda, Dordrecht, Rotterdam and Amsterdam, is about 2.5 kilometres away. By bike, you are there in ten minutes. Bus stops in the area provide connections to the city network. Parking is generally not a problem here: there is plenty of street space and no permit system applies.

Compared to other neighbourhoods in the district, Herreweg is somewhat more self-contained. The nearby Ettingen has a similar character but is greener, while Scherpdeel is slightly closer to the centre. If you are looking for more supply in the private sector, it is advisable to also look at the rental supply in the entire West district.

Is Herreweg right for you as a tenant?

Herreweg is particularly interesting for singles and seniors looking for an affordable rental home. The neighbourhood has 325 single-person households, more than half of all households. With the large share of housing association homes, it is a logical place if you are registered with a housing association such as Alwel or Thuisvester. Be aware of long waiting lists for social housing. In the private sector, supply is limited: only one home was rented out in the past year. Renting a home in Herreweg in the private sector therefore requires quick responses and having your documents (income statement, employer's statement) ready. Considering a home to buy? Also check the supply of homes for sale in Herreweg, because with a WOZ value of €195,000, purchase prices here are lower than elsewhere in Roosendaal.

What residents say about renting in Herreweg

Residents rate Herreweg an 8.8 out of 10. The highest scores go to accessibility, community, green spaces, housing, beauty and facilities (all 9.0). Safety and education score slightly lower at 8.0, but these are still good marks. Danny Scheepers sums it up: "The residents do activities organised by volunteers in the street." That gives a good picture of the involvement in this neighbourhood. Read all reviews and see the sub-scores on the Herreweg review page.

Compare rental properties in and around Herreweg

Do you want to live in Herreweg but find little supply? Then compare with surrounding neighbourhoods. Heerma van Vossstraat-Molenbeek and Vroenhout are also in the West district and may offer more choice. You can also look at Centrum or Groot Kroeven if you are willing to search a bit further. On Buurtje.nl, we combine current property listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the right neighbourhood. Also check the full overview of rental properties in Roosendaal if you want to broaden your search area.