Rental homes in Waterdonken, Breda

Rental prices and market figures for Waterdonken, Breda

Waterdonken is a neighbourhood where owner-occupancy predominates: 69% of the 500 homes are owner-occupied, while 31% are rented out. Of those rental homes, around 21% belong to housing associations (social housing) and about 10% are offered by other landlords in the private sector. The average WOZ value is €420,000, significantly higher than the district average of Breda noord (€281,000) and also well above the municipal average of Breda (€382,000). This translates into substantial rental prices: in the private sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,871 per month, with a range of €1,071 to €4,280. With an average floor area of 135 m², this works out to about €13.86 per m². This makes a rental home in Waterdonken more expensive than in most surrounding neighbourhoods such as Wisselaar or Geeren-zuid. Only 14 homes were rented out in the private sector last year, indicating that supply is limited and goes quickly. At the top of this page, see the current overview of available rental homes and daily prices.

Living in Waterdonken, Breda

Waterdonken is a relatively young, green residential neighbourhood in the northeast of Breda, built from the late 1990s through the 2010s. The neighbourhood is laid out around a system of waterways and canals that give the area its name. Here you will find predominantly spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses and linked houses in a modern architectural style, interspersed with a few small-scale apartment complexes. The streets are wide with plenty of greenery, playgrounds and walking paths along the water. It is a neighbourhood clearly designed for families, and you can tell: the largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old (535 out of 1,405 residents), and households with children form the largest group (250). The atmosphere is quiet, almost village-like, but with the city within cycling distance.

Facilities in and around Waterdonken

Within the neighbourhood itself, facilities are limited. There is De Waterdonken primary school on Waterdonkenstraat, which is a big plus for families with young children. For daily groceries, you drive or cycle to Hoge Vucht shopping centre (about 5 minutes by bike), where you will find an Albert Heijn and a Lidl, among others. On the edge of the neighbourhood lies Waterdonken sports park with football club Virtus and various sports fields. Asterdpark and the green banks along the canals offer space for running, walking and playing. For more extensive shopping, dining and culture, you go to the centre of Breda, which is about 4 kilometres away. GP practices and a pharmacy can be found in the adjacent Hoge Vucht district. More information about municipal facilities is available on the website of the municipality of Breda.

Accessibility of Waterdonken

By bike, you can reach the centre of Breda in a quarter of an hour via the cycle path along the Marksingel. The neighbourhood is close to the A27 motorway (Breda-Noord junction), meaning you can be on the motorway towards Utrecht or Gorinchem within ten minutes. The A16 towards Rotterdam and Antwerp can be reached via the A27 in about five minutes. Public transport is somewhat limited: bus stops on Terheijdenseweg and Kapittelweg are served by Arriva lines towards Breda station (travel time about 20 minutes). Breda station then offers intercity connections to Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Eindhoven. Parking in Waterdonken is free and generally not a problem; most homes have their own parking on the driveway or in a garage.

Residents of Waterdonken particularly appreciate the peace, greenery and child-friendly layout. On the neighbourhood page of Waterdonken you can read extensive reviews. One resident writes: "Nice, green neighbourhood with many young families. Children can play safely outside along the water here." A recurring downside is the limited shopping facilities within the neighbourhood itself and the dependence on the car or bike for amenities. Compared to a neighbourhood like Belcrum, which has a more urban and creative character with hospitality venues and lofts, Waterdonken is distinctly a family neighbourhood. And unlike Doornbos-Linie, where there are more social housing units and rental prices are lower, Waterdonken is priced a segment higher.

Who is a rental home in Waterdonken suitable for?

Families with children are the most obvious target group. The spacious homes, safe street scene and proximity to a primary school make it attractive for those seeking peace and space. Dual-income couples without children looking for a spacious apartment or home to rent in Waterdonken may also find opportunities here, provided the budget fits. With an average household income of €48,500 and 63% highly educated, it is a neighbourhood with an above-average level of prosperity. Be quick when something becomes available for rent in Waterdonken: supply is scarce. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and identity document ready. For social housing, you can register with housing association WonenBreburg, but expect long waiting lists. Also consider homes for sale in Waterdonken as an alternative, given the high percentage of owner-occupied homes.

What residents say about Waterdonken

Residents generally rate Waterdonken positively. The neighbourhood scores high on safety and green spaces, while scores for shopping facilities and nightlife are lower. That is logical for a neighbourhood primarily designed as a residential area. Another resident notes: "Quiet neighbourhood, in the evening you only hear the ducks here. The only downside is that you have to take the car or bike for everything." View all ratings and scores on the review page of Waterdonken to get a complete picture.

Compare rental homes in and around Waterdonken

Looking for rental homes in Waterdonken but also want to consider alternatives? Krogten offers a similarly quiet living environment but with more post-war construction and generally lower rental prices. Biesdonk is nearby and has a somewhat more mixed character. If you prefer to be closer to the centre, you can look at the supply in Breda centrum or the creative neighbourhood Belcrum. Via Buurtje.nl you can compare neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and rental prices based on more than 1,500 sources, so you can make an informed choice. Also view the broader supply for rent in Breda or explore the other neighbourhoods in the Breda noord district.