Rental homes in Keent, Weert

Renting in Keent: affordable below the Weert average, but choice is limited

Keent is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are in balance: just over half of the housing stock (51%) consists of rental properties, divided between social housing (39%) and properties from other landlords (12%). That social housing share is substantial, meaning a large part of the supply goes through a waiting list. In the private sector, 18 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,205 per month for an average of 79 m². The range ran from €631 to €1,595 per month. These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. For current rents and available properties, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. The average WOZ value in Keent is €265,000, clearly lower than the municipal average of €330,000 in Weert. This reflects a neighbourhood that is more accessible in terms of price level than the Weert average, although the private sector supply is limited in size.

Keent from the inside: green and quiet, but amenities leave something to be desired

Those who live in Keent generally live quietly. The neighbourhood has a predominantly residential character with a mix of families, singles and older residents. The largest group is between 25 and 45 years old, but the 65-plus group is also well represented with over a thousand residents. This gives Keent a somewhat cosy, subdued character. No bustling city life, but no anonymity either.

On the neighbourhood page of Keent, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.7 out of 10. That is not a standout, but there are clear outliers in the sub-scores. Green spaces (8.0) and sense of community (8.0) score remarkably high, and housing also gets a solid pass (9.0). But safety (6.0), accessibility (6.0) and cleanliness (6.0) are barely adequate, and amenities score downright poor with a 4.0. Resident Annie writes honestly: "I've only lived here for 2 years so little experience. Not enough is being done." That says something about the neighbourhood: it is pleasant enough, but if you are looking for an active life or need many local amenities, you will notice that Keent falls short in that regard. For daily shopping and other amenities, you quickly have to rely on the centre of Weert or surrounding neighbourhoods.

The rural area around the neighbourhood does offer what urban neighbourhoods lack: space and greenery. If you enjoy walking or cycling, you can go to Keent buitengebied, which directly borders the neighbourhood. For more urban dynamics or a wider range of shops, neighbourhoods such as Weert-Centrum or nearby Boshoven are a logical alternative. If you are looking for more information about living in the municipality, you can also check the official website of the municipality of Weert.

Renting in Keent: who does this suit and who does it not?

Keent is an attractive choice for renters who value peace and greenery and have no need for a bustling living environment within walking distance. Families and young couples who want to rent affordably in Weert without being directly in the centre will find relatively low WOZ values and a quiet living environment here. Singles are well represented with 1,075 one-person households. For those who depend on local amenities, regularly use public transport or seek an active social life in the neighbourhood, Keent is less obvious. Considering a long-term perspective? Also check the supply of homes for sale in Keent as an alternative to renting.

Searching for rental properties in Keent: how to go about it

The supply of rental properties in Keent is limited, especially in the private sector. On Buurtje.nl you can see at the top of this page how many properties are currently available, what the current average rent is and how quickly properties are typically rented out. Want to broaden your search area? Also check the supply in Laar en Hushoven, the properties in Molenakker en Kampershoek or the overall overview of rental properties in Weert.