Rental homes in Loon op Zand

Renting in Loon op Zand: between the Efteling, Brabant greenery and a tight market

The municipality of Loon op Zand consists of the villages Kaatsheuvel, Loon op Zand and De Moer. With approximately 23,850 inhabitants, it is a compact municipality where village living and good accessibility via the A261 and N261 towards Tilburg and Waalwijk go hand in hand. Of the more than 10,500 homes, around 35% are rental properties, of which 23% are owned by housing associations (mainly Casade) and 12% by other landlords. This means the social rental market is relatively limited and waiting times can be long. In the private sector, around 40 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, at an average rent of €1,774 per month. The range varied from €750 to €3,300, with an average living area of 148 m². That is substantial for a municipality of this size, but the supply largely consists of spacious single-family homes. Anyone looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Loon op Zand must be patient: the supply is small and goes quickly. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the daily situation.

The largest employers in the immediate vicinity are the Efteling, logistics companies around Waalwijk and the manufacturing industry. Tilburg is a quarter of an hour's drive away and offers additional employment and amenities. The average disposable income of €35,900 is around the national average, and the labour participation rate of 68% is solid. However, the housing market is strongly focused on owner-occupied homes (65%), meaning tenants, especially in the private sector, have limited choice.

Neighbourhoods and districts: where do you want to rent in Loon op Zand?

The municipality has a manageable number of districts, but the differences in atmosphere and supply are greater than you might think at first glance. Below is an honest overview of the main areas.

Kaatsheuvel-Oost, the quiet favourite

Kaatsheuvel-Oost scores the highest neighbourhood score in the municipality with a 9.0 on Buurtje.nl. Residents particularly appreciate the greenery, safety and good schools in the area. It is a district with many families and a quiet, tidy appearance. You will mainly find terraced houses and semi-detached homes here, and the De Elsbraak shopping centre is within walking distance. If you are looking for a rental home with space for children, this is a good place to be. The supply is only scarce: homes here are snapped up quickly.

Kaatsheuvel-West, more affordable but livelier

On the other side of Kaatsheuvel lies Kaatsheuvel-West, with a neighbourhood score of 7.3. This district is more mixed in terms of housing types: alongside owner-occupied homes, there are also social rental homes from Casade and a number of private sector homes. Residents mention accessibility as a plus point, but indicate that the community is looser than in the eastern part. One reviewer on the municipality page of Loon op Zand describes it as "a fine district to live in, but not as close-knit as you might want." The amenities score a reasonable 7.8: there is a GP, primary school and supermarket nearby, but for more extensive shopping you go to the centre or to Waalwijk.

De Moer and the village of Loon op Zand

If you really want to live rurally, you can look at De Moer. This small hamlet south of Kaatsheuvel has only a few hundred inhabitants and hardly any rental properties, but when something becomes available, it is often a detached house with plenty of land. The village of Loon op Zand itself is slightly larger and has its own village centre with a supermarket, primary school and sports clubs. The atmosphere is village-like and friendly. The castle and the Loonse en Drunense Duinen are just around the corner, which explains the greenery score of 8.3 for the entire municipality. Rental properties in Loon op Zand (the village) are mainly single-family homes, sometimes older in construction year.

Across the entire municipality, residents rate their living environment with an average of 7.9. Notably high scores are for accessibility (8.2), greenery (8.3) and beauty (8.2). Housing itself scores the lowest with a 7.0, which may be related to the limited choice and the older housing stock in some districts. Read all reviews on the page about Loon op Zand to get a complete picture.

Who is renting a home in Loon op Zand suitable for?

Loon op Zand is particularly attractive for families looking for space at a lower price than in Tilburg or Breda, but still within commuting distance. The largest age group (45-65 years) and the high proportion of households with children (3,648) confirm that picture. Starters and singles have a harder time: the supply of smaller apartments is limited, and the average rent of €1,774 in the private sector is substantial for a single-person income. If you want to rent socially, you can register with housing association Casade via the website of the municipality of Loon op Zand for more information about housing allocation. Keep in mind that waiting times in this region can be several years.

An honest piece of advice: if you are flexible about location and don't necessarily need to rent a home in Loon op Zand, also check the supply in surrounding municipalities such as Alphen-Chaam or Altena. The supply there is sometimes more extensive. Would you rather consider buying? With an average WOZ value of €365,000, the owner-occupied market here is relatively accessible by Brabant standards. Then check the homes for sale in Loon op Zand.

View the current rental supply in Loon op Zand

On this page you will find the daily updated overview of available rental properties in the municipality. Buurtje.nl combines the supply with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you can assess not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Would you like to broaden your search area? Then also take a look at rental properties in Baarle-Nassau or elsewhere in the province of North Brabant.