Rental homes in Kerkrade-Oost, Kerkrade
View the current rental property listings in Kerkrade-Oost. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental home that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Kerkrade-Oost?
Kerkrade-Oost is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 57% of the more than 10,000 homes are rental properties. A large proportion of these, around 38%, are owned by housing associations. The remaining 19% are offered by private landlords and investors. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,068 per month, with a range of €650 to €1,589. On average, these are homes of around 93 m². By South Limburg standards, this is reasonably affordable, especially when compared to cities like Maastricht or Heerlen. The WOZ value in Kerkrade-Oost is €184,000, slightly below the average for the municipality of Kerkrade (€199,000), which translates into lower entry prices for tenants.
Want to know what's available today? At the top of this page you'll find the current listings with daily prices and rental periods. Keep in mind that the social housing sector is well represented here, but waiting times at housing associations in Kerkrade can be considerable. For up-to-date information on waiting lists and allocations, visit the website of the municipality of Kerkrade.
Kerkrade-Oost through the eyes of residents: honest and unvarnished
Residents of Kerkrade-Oost rate their neighbourhood a 6.5 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on 8 reviews. That's not an outstanding score, and opinions vary widely. Accessibility (7.6) and the amount of greenery (7.5) score best. Amenities also get a 7.5: along the Hoofdstraat and in the centre of Kerkrade you'll find supermarkets, shops and eateries. Safety (5.2) and the attractiveness of the neighbourhood (5.0) are clearly the pain points.
Resident Erik calls it "a nice, very quiet neighbourhood with nice houses" and appreciates the proximity to Germany. Mitchel says he's never really had any problems and scores everything at least a 7. But there are also critical voices. Pien, who has lived there for 34 years, sees the neighbourhood declining: "The neighbourhood has deteriorated, gardens etc. are very dirty, not a tidy neighbourhood. More maintenance needs to be done on greenery and streets." Mendy is even more emphatic and describes how the neighbourhood has deteriorated over eight years, with nuisance from drug use that the municipality and police are not tackling sufficiently. Aaltje says she lives there comfortably, but notes empty shop premises being converted into homes. Read more experiences and reviews from residents in Kerkrade-Oost on the neighbourhood page.
The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. Around Erenstein and Nulland it is predominantly quiet and green, while Bleijerheide is known as an area with more social problems. In the Centre you have everything within walking distance, but you also notice the vacancy in the shopping area. Renting in Kerkrade-Oost therefore means you need to look carefully at which area you end up in, because the differences are large. The location close to the German border is a plus for many residents: Herzogenrath and Aachen are within a quarter of an hour, handy for work or cheaper shopping.
Kerkrade-Oost: affordable for singles, but look carefully where you land
With an average income of €31,200 and relatively low rents in the free sector, Kerkrade-Oost mainly attracts singles and seniors. The largest household group is single-person households (4,520 households) and the largest age group is 65-plus. If you are looking for an affordable rental home and don't mind that the neighbourhood looks a bit dated in some places, then Kerkrade-Oost could be suitable. For young families who value a lively neighbourhood with lots of other children, it is less obvious: only 12% of residents are under 15. If you prefer to buy a home, check out the listings of homes for sale in Kerkrade-Oost. Those who want a larger search area can also look at the listings in Kerkrade-West or the areas around Rolduckerveld.
Searching for a rental property in Kerkrade-Oost: how it works
On Buurtje.nl we combine the current rental listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the area. Filter by price, size or energy label and compare directly with rental properties in other neighbourhoods. Considering Kerkrade-Noord as well? Or want to search more broadly for rental properties in all of Kerkrade? Scroll up for the current listings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a home in Kerkrade-Oost?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,068 per month, with an average floor area of 93 m². The range runs from €650 to €1,589 per month. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but waiting times are longer.
Is Kerkrade-Oost a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety in Kerkrade-Oost at 5.2 out of 10. Experiences vary greatly by neighbourhood: some residents have lived there for years without problems, while others report nuisance from drug use. Make sure to inform yourself about the specific neighbourhood where you want to rent.
How is the accessibility if I rent an apartment in Kerkrade-Oost?
Accessibility scores a 7.6 among residents. Kerkrade has its own train station with connections to Heerlen and Maastricht. The German border is a few minutes' drive away, making Herzogenrath and Aachen easily accessible. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway via the A76.
Are there many rental homes available in Kerkrade-Oost through housing associations?
Yes, 38% of homes in Kerkrade-Oost are owned by housing associations. That is a large share, but waiting times for social housing in Kerkrade can be several years. In the private sector, 54 homes were rented out over the past year.
Who is renting a home in Kerkrade-Oost suitable for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts singles and seniors. The largest group of households is single-person households, and over 29% of residents are aged 65 and over. The relatively low rents make it attractive for people with a median income. Young families with children may find more of a fit in other neighbourhoods of Kerkrade.
I've never really had any problems in the mentioned areas, hence I gave everything at least a 7. Although I think the problems that exist are more problems that are the same throughout the Netherlands.
Auto-translated to English by AILived here for 34 years, the area has deteriorated, gardens etc. are very dirty, not a tidy neighbourhood, what could be improved in this area is that more maintenance is done on greenery and the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AINice, very quiet neighbourhood with nice houses
Auto-translated to English by AIit's fine, only the renovations are very bad here
Auto-translated to English by AIRight from the start, men were busy using drugs. The municipality of Kerkrade did little with the police, and it hasn't helped at all; drug dealers are still active. Luckily, we are now in a safe place where you can go for a walk without worry. The municipality of Kerkrade is driving families away from Kerkrade and prefers Ukrainian people over their own Dutch people. It would be good if Russia dropped a bomb on the town hall of Kerkrade; then maybe something good would come back in its place.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood living, accessibility fine. Few contacts because we only just moved in. Many empty commercial premises being converted into housing with many Eastern Europeans.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is deteriorating rapidly. Household waste is dumped. Children who are not admitted to any school hang around all day. Parents who swear at their children using foul language, polluted alleyways. Vermin. Cats left behind after moves. Music with bass turned up extremely loud. No respect for fellow residents or small children. Unemployment (not wanting to work because the ratio of participation and income is almost equal). Glad that the children receive good education at a broad school that has everything. Also very happy that we can walk into nature like this.
Auto-translated to English by AINever really busy, occasional arguments, rubbish bags are just dumped everywhere
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