Rental homes in Kern Sas van Gent, Terneuzen

Renting in Kern Sas van Gent: a small private sector with noticeable prices

Kern Sas van Gent is a neighbourhood where owner-occupancy dominates: 63% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, while 36% is rented out. The majority of those rental homes are owned by a housing association (29%), making the private sector limited in size. This is reflected in the supply. Over the past twelve months, 17 homes were rented out in the private sector, with an average rent of €1,288 per month. The range varied from €939 to €1,750 per month. These are annual averages for the private sector, excluding social housing. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €180,000, significantly lower than the municipal average of €236,000 for Terneuzen as a whole. This indicates a relatively affordable owner-occupied market, but in the private rental sector, prices are still at a substantial level due to scarcity. At the top of this page, you can see the current rental prices and the current supply.

Sas van Gent: canal town with a down-to-earth character and good schools

Kern Sas van Gent is a former industrial town on the Ghent-Terneuzen canal, with a recognisable Zeelandic-Flemish character. The neighbourhood has over 3,500 residents and a clear profile: the largest group is between 45 and 65 years old, and the 65-plus group is also well represented. This gives the neighbourhood a quiet, subdued atmosphere. No bustling nightlife, but also no nuisance. The majority of households consist of single-person households or married couples, which is visible in the street scenes: quiet neighbourhoods, little traffic during the day.

On the neighbourhood page of Kern Sas van Gent, residents give the neighbourhood a 7.5 out of 10. That is an honest score for a neighbourhood that does not boast much but also does not disappoint. Safety and cleanliness both score 8.0, which is notable for a smaller core in Zeelandic Flanders. Education even scores 9.0, indicating that families can find good primary education here. Resident Jaap describes the neighbourhood as "good enough for a family," but does have a specific complaint: neighbours who do not park properly. That may be a minor annoyance, but it also says something about the neighbourhood: the problems here are of an everyday nature. The community score of 6.0 is the lowest sub-score, suggesting that social cohesion is less self-evident than in smaller village cores elsewhere in the municipality.

Accessibility scores 8.0. Sas van Gent is located directly on the Belgian border and has a reasonable connection to Terneuzen and Ghent via the N61. For those who also work or shop in Belgium, the location is favourable. Amenities are present but not extensive: there are supermarkets, a pharmacy and primary schools, but for a wider range you need to go to Terneuzen or Ghent in Belgium. If you also want to compare other neighbourhoods in the municipality, the rental housing supply in Kern Axel or Kern Hoek is a good starting point.

Renting in Kern Sas van Gent: who is this suitable for, and who is it not?

Renting in Kern Sas van Gent is most suitable for families with children who value safety and good education, and for people who prefer peace and quiet over urban vibrancy. It can also be a practical base for those who work cross-border in the Ghent region. For young people looking for a lively environment or renting a spacious apartment in a larger city, the neighbourhood is less obvious: the private sector supply is limited and the community score is not high. Those considering buying can also look at owner-occupied homes in Kern Sas van Gent, because with an average WOZ value of €180,000, buying here is relatively accessible.

Searching for a rental home in Kern Sas van Gent: view the current supply

At the top of this page you will find the current supply of rental homes in Kern Sas van Gent, including filters for price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you can weigh up renting a home in Kern Sas van Gent based on more than just the rent. Would you also like to explore other places in Zeelandic Flanders? Then view the supply in Kern Biervliet, Buitengebied Axel or the overall overview of rental homes in Terneuzen. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Terneuzen.