Rental homes in Ruwaard, Oss
View the current rental property listings in Ruwaard, Oss. Compare prices, read resident reviews and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental home cost in Ruwaard?
Ruwaard is a neighbourhood where almost half of all homes are rental properties: 48% of the more than 6,200 homes are rented out. Of these, the largest share (36%) is owned by housing corporations, meaning the social rental sector is well represented here. The remaining 12% falls under private and other landlords. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,179 per month, with a range from €635 to €2,100. The average size of those free-sector rental homes was 67 m², resulting in a relatively high price per square metre. This is striking for a neighbourhood where the WOZ value of €286,000 is well below the Oss average of €346,000. For an up-to-date picture of what is available today, you can consult the overview at the top of this page for daily prices.
The average disposable income in Ruwaard is €31,400, also lower than the municipal average of €35,500. Renting in the free sector therefore requires a relatively large share of income here. For many residents, social housing through the corporation is the most realistic option. Those specifically looking for rental homes in Ruwaard would do well to keep an eye on both the free-sector supply and the waiting times for corporation homes.
Multicultural, green and accessible: how residents experience Ruwaard
On Buurtje.nl, residents give Ruwaard a 6.6 out of 10. That is not an outstanding score, and the underlying ratings show why. Accessibility (7.6), green spaces (7.6) and amenities (7.6) score best. Housing (5.0) and safety (6.0) pull the average down. The neighbourhood clearly has strong points, but also aspects that cause hesitation among potential tenants.
What immediately stands out in the resident reviews on the Ruwaard neighbourhood page is that the multicultural composition of the neighbourhood is a hot topic among residents. Resident Bianca writes that she and her daughter really enjoy living in their apartment, but notes that "there are almost no Dutch people in our building." Lianne, who regularly walks her dog through the area, is more positive: "I like that all kinds of different people live here. Everyone is very friendly." Other residents are more critical and experience a language barrier that makes daily contact difficult. The picture is therefore mixed: some appreciate the diversity, others miss the connection with neighbours.
In terms of atmosphere, Ruwaard is a neighbourhood with many families and children. The 0-15 age group has nearly 2,000 residents, and residents call it a "child-rich neighbourhood." At the same time, there are concerns about traffic safety, particularly around fat bikes on footpaths and in residential streets. The neighbourhood has enough green space for walking and there are schools nearby (education scores a 7.2). Areas such as de Dichtersbuurt and Beethovengaarde en Lisztgaarde each have their own character, from quiet residential streets to busier through roads. Via the Megensebaan and the A59 you are quickly on the motorway, and the centre of Oss is within cycling distance. The municipality of Oss has been investing in the restructuring of Ruwaard for years, with mixed results according to residents.
Renting in Ruwaard: for whom and for whom not?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts single-person households (2,580 households, the largest group) and young families looking for an affordable rental home. Renting an apartment in Ruwaard is particularly interesting if you qualify for social housing, because the free sector at an average of €1,179 per month is steep for the local income level. If you are looking for a quiet, homogeneous area with little going on, Ruwaard is probably not the best match. If you appreciate diversity and don't mind a neighbourhood that is still very much in development, it can certainly work. Those who prefer to buy will find relatively affordable homes for sale in Ruwaard due to the lower WOZ value. And if you are looking for a different atmosphere within Oss, also consider the Centre or the adjacent neighbourhood Schadewijk.
View the current rental supply in Ruwaard
At the top of this page you will find the current overview of available rental homes in Ruwaard, including filters for price, size and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only see what a home costs, but also what it is really like. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in all of Oss or see what is available in areas such as Witte Hoef and Het Woud.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a house in Ruwaard?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,179 per month, with an average area of 67 m². The range ran from €635 to €2,100 per month. Social housing via housing associations falls outside this and is usually much cheaper.
Is Ruwaard a safe neighbourhood to rent a home?
Residents rate safety in Ruwaard a 6.0 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl. Several residents mention concerns about traffic safety, particularly due to fatbikes on footpaths and in residential streets. It is not an unsafe neighbourhood, but it scores below the average for Oss.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental home in Ruwaard?
Ruwaard has a large share of housing association homes (36% of the stock). The waiting time depends on your registration period with housing association BrabantWonen. On average, in the Oss region you should expect several years of waiting time, especially for single-family homes. Apartments become available slightly faster.
Are there good schools nearby if I am looking for a rental home in Ruwaard?
Residents rate education in Ruwaard a 7.2 out of 10. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including schools on Mozartlaan and in the Dichtersbuurt. For secondary education, you have to rely on other parts of Oss, but that is within cycling distance.
How is the accessibility if I rent an apartment in Ruwaard?
Accessibility scores a 7.6 among residents. Via the Megensebaan you quickly connect to the A59 towards Den Bosch and Nijmegen. The centre of Oss can be reached in five minutes by bike. There are bus connections, but for the train station you need to go to Oss-Centraal.
Quiet neighbourhood close to public transport and easily accessible via the motorways. In addition, shops and schools are nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AINo contact with people 80 percent foreign can't understand foreign children on fatbikes life-threatening don't look at anything ever with 3 people on a bike
Auto-translated to English by AIMore foreigners than Dutch people managing. They don't speak the language. They think they can do everything. You can't make small talk with anyone because we can't understand each other. They ride fatbikes all day, also on footpaths or where small children play.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living in Oss in the Ruwaard district for a while now. I like that all kinds of different people live here. I often walk the dog and notice that everyone is very friendly. Sometimes you come across people you don't know or who give you a strange feeling (but you get that everywhere). There was a period when there were a lot of burglaries, fortunately not at our place (dogs). Within a short distance there are enough shops and the city centre is not far either. I would like to see more green spaces in the neighbourhood. They should also do something about the fact that many people just dump their stuff on strips along the road. Sometimes it looks like a rubbish dump and that makes me angry. In Germany they have one day a year when everyone can put their stuff out on the street and they come to collect it (maybe something to think about!). I also think more attention should be paid to less reckless driving in the neighbourhood (both cars, cyclists and scooters).
Auto-translated to English by AIMy daughter and I live in a flat. We really like it here. It's just a shame that there are hardly any Dutch people in our building.
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