Rental homes in Waterrijk, Eindhoven

Rental prices and market figures for Waterrijk, Eindhoven

Waterrijk is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 74% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, with only 26% being rental properties. Of that rental share, 8% is owned by a housing association (social housing) and 18% belongs to other landlords (private sector and private individuals). This makes the supply of rental homes in Waterrijk limited, but certainly not non-existent.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 14 homes were rented out over the past twelve months at an average rent of €1,385 per month. The range runs from €609 to €2,450 per month, depending on type and location. With an average living area of 121 m², this works out to approximately €11.45 per m². This is clearly above the city average for Eindhoven, which is not surprising given the WOZ value of €555,000 per home in Waterrijk. For comparison: the average WOZ value in the Meerhoven district is €485,000, and city-wide it is €360,000. Waterrijk thus belongs to the more expensive segments of the city. For current rental prices and the most recent rental periods, you can refer to the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Waterrijk, Eindhoven

Waterrijk is a new-build neighbourhood in the Meerhoven district, on the western side of Eindhoven, built from the late 1990s and early 2000s. The name says it all: water plays a central role in the layout of the neighbourhood. Canals, ponds and water features criss-cross the area, and for many residents that view was a deliberate choice when settling here. The housing types are predominantly ground-based: detached houses, semi-detached houses and terraced houses, supplemented by a limited number of apartments. The architecture is recognisable as 2000s new-build, which some residents find characterless. Antoinette, a resident who gives the neighbourhood a 7, describes it aptly: "Boring box houses", but immediately adds that she is lucky to look out over the water and lives on a nice street with attentive neighbours who help each other. That contrast—functional and sometimes monotonous in appearance but social and green in character—characterises Waterrijk well.

Facilities in Waterrijk

For daily shopping, residents rely on the nearby Meerrijk shopping centre, within walking distance in the adjacent neighbourhood of Grasrijk. There you will find, among others, an Albert Heijn and various other shops. For a larger selection, Woensel-Noord or the city centre of Eindhoven are the designated destinations. Schools are well represented in and around Meerhoven: there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, which partly explains why residents give education a perfect score of 10. In terms of sports, the neighbourhood itself offers plenty of space for walking, jogging and cycling along the water. The Tongelreep swimming pool, one of the larger swimming facilities in Eindhoven, is a short bike ride away. Sports clubs can be found in the wider Meerhoven district.

Accessibility

Waterrijk is located on the western edge of Eindhoven, close to the A2 and A67 motorways. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters heading to Den Bosch, Tilburg or the Randstad. The city centre of Eindhoven is about ten minutes away by car. By bike, it takes a quarter of an hour via the through cycle paths that connect Meerhoven with the centre. Public transport is functional but not exceptional: bus lines run from Meerhoven to Eindhoven Central Station, but the frequency and travel time are less ideal for daily commuting than from neighbourhoods closer to the centre. Residents give accessibility a 7, which confirms this picture. Parking is not a problem on most streets; there is no paid parking or permit requirement.

Character and comparison with sister neighbourhoods

If you are looking for a rental home in Meerhoven but also want to explore other options, you can look at Grasrijk, which is similar in layout but has slightly more facilities within walking distance thanks to its location near the Meerrijk shopping centre. Zandrijk is also a comparable new-build neighbourhood within Meerhoven, with a slightly different housing mix. For those seeking more urbanity, Centrum or Oud-Stratum are better alternatives, although rental prices there are also high. Waterrijk scores notably well on green space (9.0) and education (10), but lower on beauty (6.0), which aligns with the criticism of the architecture. More resident reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the Waterrijk neighbourhood page.

Does a rental home in Waterrijk suit you?

Waterrijk is primarily a family neighbourhood. With 520 households with children as the largest group, a high average income of €55,100 and a labour participation rate of 78%, it is mainly dual-income earners and young families who have consciously chosen space, greenery and peace within cycling distance of the city. As a tenant, you end up here in a quiet, well-maintained environment, but you pay for it. With an average private sector rent of €1,385 per month, renting an apartment in Waterrijk is not a budget option. Moreover, supply is limited: only a handful of homes are available for rent in the private sector each year. So respond quickly if you see something that fits. Make sure you have your income statements, employer's declaration and identity documents ready. For social housing, you can register with Woonbedrijf, the largest housing association active in Eindhoven, but be prepared for waiting lists. More information about housing policy in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Eindhoven. If you are unsure between renting and buying, you can also check the supply of homes for sale in Waterrijk, although purchase prices here, given the WOZ value, are considerably higher than the Eindhoven average.

What residents say about Waterrijk

Waterrijk receives an average resident score of 7.6 out of 10, based on reviews via Buurtje.nl. The highest scores go to education (10), green space (9.0) and facilities (8.0). The lowest score is for beauty (6.0), which refers to the uniform new-build architecture. Resident Antoinette sums it up: "I look out over the water luckily and live on a nice street with attentive neighbours, we help each other. People could, however, maintain their street better and put bikes in storage instead of by the door." That says it all: socially and greenly strong, but there is room for improvement in public cleanliness. View all reviews and scores on the Waterrijk neighbourhood page.

Renting in Waterrijk compared to other neighbourhoods

Are you unsure whether Waterrijk is the right choice, or do you want to know what is available for rent elsewhere in Meerhoven or Eindhoven? Check the supply in the district via rental homes in Meerhoven, or explore neighbourhoods such as Meerbos and Park Forum for a different character within the same district. For a broader overview of all available rental homes in the city, you can visit rental homes in Eindhoven. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you.