Rental homes in Son, Son en Breugel
Check the current rental property listings in Son and discover what residents say about living in this green Brabant village.
Renting in Son: a small market with firm free-sector prices
Son is predominantly an owner-occupied district. Of the 5,643 homes, only 26% are in the rental sector, of which 16% are owned by housing associations and 10% by other landlords. Anyone looking for a rental home outside the social sector faces limited supply. In the free sector, 15 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €1,643 per month and a range of €889 to €2,500 per month. The average floor area was 138 m², which explains why prices are on the higher side. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Son is €481,000, compared to €459,000 for the municipality of Son en Breugel as a whole. So Son is a relatively expensive segment even within the municipality. View the current supply and daily rental prices at the top of this page.
Son as a village: everyone knows each other, and that's exactly the point
Son has the character of a real village, and that's not just marketing talk. Resident F. Hendriks, who has lived there his whole life, puts it aptly: "Almost everyone knows each other within the village." That sense of community is something you notice as soon as you walk around. There is a deer park, a wooded area that serves as a dog exercise area, petting zoos, restaurants, a brewery, and events are regularly organised. Son is not a commuter town living off the proximity of Eindhoven, but a village with its own activity.
On the district page of Son, residents give the village an average of 8.4 based on reviews. Green spaces (9.3) and cleanliness (9.3) score notably high, and accessibility also scores well with a 9.0. Education and amenities score lower, both at 7.3. That lower education score has a concrete reason: Son has no secondary school. Resident PvD mentions it directly: "There is good primary education, but no secondary school because it's a village." Those with children attending secondary school must rely on neighbouring municipalities. That is a practical point to consider.
Accessibility by public transport is experienced as good, with a bus connection nearby. Those with a car are conveniently located relative to Eindhoven and the A50. Within Son itself, there are several neighbourhoods each with its own atmosphere. For example, De Gentiaan has more of a residential area character, while in 't Zand you will find a different type of building. Also Verspreide huizen Son offers a very different living environment for those seeking more space and peace outside the village centre. The municipality has more information about amenities and plans on the website of Son en Breugel.
Renting in Son: for peace seekers with a good income, less suitable for starters
Son mainly attracts families and people in the 45 to 65 age category, the largest group with 3,720 residents. The average income is €46,200, the labour participation rate is 69%, and 47% of residents have a higher education degree. That profile matches the rental prices: an average free-sector rental home here costs almost €1,650 per month. For starters or people with a lower income, Son as a rental market is not very accessible. Those who buy have more choice: view the supply of homes for sale in Son as an alternative. Renting in Son best suits people who consciously choose village life, greenery, peace and community, and have the financial means to do so.
Searching for a rental home in Son and the surrounding area
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the area. If the supply of rental homes in Son is currently limited, it is worth also looking at Breugel or the broader supply of rental homes in Son en Breugel. View the current supply at the top of this page, including filters for price, floor area and energy label.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Son?
In the private sector (excluding social housing), an average rent of €1,643 per month was recorded in Son over the past twelve months. The range was from €889 to €2,500 per month, with an average floor area of 138 m². These are annual averages; for current rental prices, please consult the overview at the top of this page.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Son?
Social housing in Son falls under housing associations active in the Eindhoven region. Waiting times for a social housing home in this region typically run several years. You can register via the regional housing allocation system; the earlier you register, the more registration time you build up.
Is Son well accessible by public transport?
Residents rate Son's accessibility at 9.0 on Buurtje.nl, one of the highest sub-scores. There is a bus connection through the village that links to Eindhoven. For train travel, residents rely on Eindhoven or Best station, a short drive away. By car, Son is easily accessible via the A50.
Are there schools in Son for children?
Son has several primary schools in the area, but no secondary school. Children attending secondary education rely on schools in Eindhoven, Best or Nuenen. Residents mention this as a known drawback of Son's village character, although primary education itself is rated positively.
Who is renting a home in Son a good choice for?
Renting a home in Son best suits people who consciously choose a village environment with plenty of greenery, a strong community and peace, and who have the financial means for private-sector rents around €1,600 per month. Families and people aged 45 to 65 form the largest group of residents. For starters or those on a tight budget, the supply is limited and prices are high.
Close to the deer park and a nice piece of forest. Ideal for dog owners because it's an off-leash area. Several schools and shops in the area, bus connection nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AII have a very nice neighbourhood with a cosy family, the people around me in the neighbourhood are also nice. There is good education, just no secondary school, because it is a village.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this little village my whole life. There's plenty to do: petting zoos, restaurants, breweries, sports and hobby spaces, and many events are organized. Also, almost everyone knows each other within the village.
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