Rental homes in Oud-Woensel, Eindhoven
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What does a rental property cost in Oud-Woensel?
Oud-Woensel is one of the most rental-oriented neighbourhoods of Eindhoven: no less than 84% of the more than 6,300 homes are rental properties. Almost half of these (45%) are owned by housing corporations, while 39% are in the hands of other landlords. This means the private sector is well represented here. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,437 per month, with a range of €423 to €2,985. The average rental home measures around 88 square metres. In total, 369 private-sector homes changed tenants, showing considerable turnover. The WOZ value in Oud-Woensel, at €286,000, is well below the Eindhoven average of €360,000, and the average income (€32,400 versus €38,200 city-wide) is also lower. Want to know what is available today and at what price? Scroll to the current overview at the top of this page.
Mixed, lively and sometimes messy: how residents experience Oud-Woensel
On Buurtje.nl, Oud-Woensel scores a 6.4 out of 10 based on resident experiences. That is not an outstanding score, but the ratings tell a nuanced story. Amenities score the highest with an 8.0, and that makes sense: along the Woenselse Markt and the Kruisstraat you will find a huge diversity of shops, eateries and daily necessities. Resident Ericske (8.6/10) describes it as a "quiet, nice neighbourhood with a mixed population of all sorts" and has lived there since 2008 without any notable problems. Safety scores a 7.5 and housing also gets a 7.8, indicating that residents are generally satisfied with their homes themselves.
But there are clear pain points. Accessibility (5.2), green spaces (5.2) and beauty (5.0) score poorly. Resident Marije Lidwien (5.2/10) is outspoken: "There is so much dirt, people throw every cigarette butt and all rubbish on the street and a lot is vandalised." She also describes that homeless people regularly sleep under balconies, leaving faeces and waste behind. Additionally, she misses diversity in the range of shops, with too many hairdressers and shisha bars in one street in her opinion. Social contacts are limited, the community score stands at 5.0. That fits the picture: almost 4,845 of the households are single-person households and only 22% are married.
The atmosphere varies per neighbourhood. In Hemelrijken and the Gildebuurt it is quieter and more residential. Around Limbeek-Zuid and the Kruisstraat you notice more urban dynamics, with hospitality, multicultural shops and liveliness into the evening. Woenselse Watermolen borders the Eindhovensch Kanaal and offers a bit more space. Anyone who wants to read all resident reviews and neighbourhood data of Oud-Woensel can find them on the comprehensive neighbourhood page. The municipality of Eindhoven is investing in the redevelopment of this area, but residents do not always notice much of this in daily life.
Renting in Oud-Woensel: for whom and for whom not?
With a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds (5,410 of the 12,335 residents) and many single-person households, Oud-Woensel is typically a neighbourhood for starters, young professionals and students who want to rent an apartment close to the city centre. The proximity of the Kruisstraat, the affordable rents compared to the city average and the lively atmosphere attract this group. Are you looking for a quiet, green family neighbourhood with a lot of social cohesion? Then Oud-Woensel is less suitable for you. The mess on the streets and the lack of greenery are real downsides. Families with young children would be better off looking at neighbourhoods like Putten or the Kortonjo neighbourhood. And if you prefer buying instead of renting: then check the supply of homes for sale in Oud-Woensel, although at 16% owner-occupied homes it is limited.
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On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Oud-Woensel, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. Compare homes, read resident reviews and view neighbourhood statistics in one place. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in all of Eindhoven, or see what is available for rent in nearby neighbourhoods like the Centre and Oud-Stratum.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Oud-Woensel?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Oud-Woensel over the past twelve months was €1,437 per month. The range runs from €423 to €2,985, depending on the size and type of property. The average apartment measures approximately 88 square metres.
Is Oud-Woensel a safe neighbourhood to rent a house?
Residents rate safety in Oud-Woensel a 7.5 out of 10. Most tenants feel fine during the day, although some nuisance is experienced at night. Litter on the streets and occasional issues with homeless people are mentioned as downsides.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental property in Oud-Woensel?
Oud-Woensel has a large share of housing association properties (45% of the stock). However, the waiting time for social housing in Eindhoven is generally several years. The exact waiting time depends on your registration period with housing associations such as Woonbedrijf. Check the website of the municipality of Eindhoven for current information.
What amenities are there in the neighbourhood if I rent a property in Oud-Woensel?
Amenities score an 8.0 among residents. Along Kruisstraat and Woenselse Markt you will find supermarkets, specialist shops, restaurants and various services. The shopping offer is multicultural and extensive, although some residents miss more diversity in the type of shops. Education scores a 7.2.
Is renting an apartment in Oud-Woensel suitable for starters?
Yes, Oud-Woensel is popular among starters and young professionals. The neighbourhood has many single-person households and rents are lower than the Eindhoven average. The location close to the city centre and the large share of rental properties (84%) make it easier to find a rental home here than in many other neighbourhoods.
I like the neighbourhood, I can be myself, privacy is okay, safety is good, at night there is some activity that I stay away from. I have lived here since 2008, that's 17 years, and I have never had a problem here, not with the people and not with the surroundings. Exception was Guus Meeuwis, my nightmare, and the big football matches, the noise is not bad but the somewhat drunk audience who have their car here or in the neighbourhood, please do not turn off the paid parking during matches. I once couldn't get into my shed. A car was parked in front. I got in, don't ask how.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe apartment is nice. The accessibility of the shops is fine, but I don't understand why the municipality doesn't make more effort to make the neighbourhood pleasant for everyone. Why six barbers on the street and so many shisha shops and Turkish clothing shops? Provide diversity! Few social contacts because the people hardly speak any Dutch. Complacency of the Eindhoven municipality?
Auto-translated to English by AIBad, very many asylum seekers, I no longer dare to take my rubbish bag to the container in the evening, they walk, sit and sleep here around the apartment, they are under the influence of alcohol. They make noise, they leave rubbish, they pee and shit here. No longer normal.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a pleasant working-class neighbourhood
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