Rental homes in Nuenen, Nuenen, Gerwen en Nederwetten
View the current rental property supply in Nuenen, including resident reviews and neighbourhood data. Compare prices, surface area and neighbourhoods.
What does a rental property in Nuenen cost in the private sector?
Nuenen has traditionally been a home-owning municipality. As many as 74% of the more than 9,390 homes are owner-occupied, and only 26% are rental properties. Of those rental properties, 16% belong to housing associations and 9% to other landlords, meaning the private sector supply is limited. The average WOZ value is €463,000, almost equal to the municipal average of €471,000 for the entire municipality of Nuenen, Gerwen en Nederwetten. This translates into substantial rental prices.
In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €1,631 per month, with an average floor area of 113 m². The range is wide: from €850 for a compact apartment to €5,500 for the largest homes. In total, only 56 private sector rental properties in Nuenen changed tenants, underscoring the tight supply. Want to see the current daily price and the number of available properties? Scroll to the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily.
Renting among the Van Gogh landscapes: how do residents really experience Nuenen?
Nuenen is nationally known as the village of Vincent van Gogh, but for its more than 21,130 residents, it is primarily a quiet, green village a stone's throw from Eindhoven. The largest age group is 65-plus (5,685 residents), and you notice this in the streetscape: it is quiet, orderly, and there is a village atmosphere where neighbours know each other. Yet Nuenen is not a sleepy backwater. The centre around Kerkplein and Parkstraat offers a surprisingly complete range of shops with an Albert Heijn, speciality stores, and eateries. On the neighbourhood page of Nuenen you can read extensive reviews from residents and find scores per category.
Residents particularly appreciate the green surroundings and the short cycling distance to Eindhoven. 'You live here in the greenery, but you're at Strijp-S in ten minutes,' is a common remark. Accessibility is indeed good: via Europalaan and the N270 you quickly reach the A270 towards Eindhoven or Helmond. There is no train station, but bus line 6 (Hermes) runs frequently to Eindhoven Centraal. Those who commute by car experience little congestion compared to living in Eindhoven itself.
In terms of neighbourhoods, there are clear differences. In Nuenen-Noord you will find many post-war single-family homes and part of the housing association stock, while the south of Nuenen is greener and more spacious. Nuenen-Oost has newer neighbourhoods with more young families. The rural area around Eeneind and the scattered houses near Boord and Opwetten is truly countryside, with detached homes and farms. Here you only rent if you are lucky. An honest downside: the nightlife and cultural offerings are limited. Young people go to Eindhoven for entertainment. And the ageing population is noticeable, putting some facilities under pressure. The municipality of Nuenen is investing in the centre area, but do not expect big-city dynamism.
Renting in Nuenen: for which tenants is it suitable, and for whom not?
With an average disposable income of €43,400 and a high education level (43% highly educated), Nuenen attracts mainly dual-income earners and older professionals seeking peace and space near the Brainport region. A rental home in Nuenen suits expats temporarily working in the Eindhoven region and seniors who want to downsize without leaving the village. Families with school-age children find good primary schools and sports clubs here. For starters and single people with a modal income, renting in Nuenen is difficult: the private sector is expensive and waiting lists for social housing are long. Those who prefer to buy can view the supply of homes for sale in Nuenen, although prices there are also substantial.
Searching for a rental property in Nuenen and surroundings
At the top of this page you will find the current rental supply in Nuenen, with filters for price, floor area, and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Can't find anything directly in Nuenen? Then also look at the supply in the entire municipality, or consider the smaller villages Gerwen and Nederwetten, where rental prices are sometimes slightly lower.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Nuenen?
In the private sector, the average rent in Nuenen over the past year was €1,631 per month, with an average floor area of 113 m². Prices range from €850 to €5,500 per month, depending on the type of property. This excludes social housing via housing associations.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental property in Nuenen?
Nuenen falls under housing association Helpt Elkander and partly Wooninc. The waiting time for social housing in this region often runs up to 5 to 8 years, depending on your preferred neighbourhood and property type. Only 16% of the housing stock in Nuenen is owned by housing associations, which keeps the pressure on social housing high.
Is it easy to find a rental property in Nuenen?
No, the supply is limited. Over the past year, only 56 properties were rented out in the private sector. Nuenen is 74% owner-occupied, so renting a property in Nuenen requires patience and quick responses. Keep a close eye on the current supply and set up search notifications.
How is the accessibility of Nuenen by public transport?
Nuenen does not have its own train station. Bus line 6 of Hermes connects the village to Eindhoven Central, with a travel time of about 20 minutes. By car, you can quickly reach Eindhoven or Helmond via the N270 and A270. Many residents cycle to Eindhoven, which is about 8 kilometres away.
Can I rent an apartment in Nuenen?
Yes, but the supply of apartments is small. Most rental properties in Nuenen consist of single-family homes and semi-detached houses. Apartments are mainly found around the centre and in Nuenen-Noord. Renting a house in Nuenen as an apartment works best if you respond quickly to new listings and are flexible regarding the neighbourhood.
