Rental homes in Westend, Tilburg
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Rental prices and market figures Westend, Tilburg
Westend is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 66% of the 191 homes are owned by residents, while 34% are rented out. There are no social rental homes via a housing corporation: the corporation ownership stands at 0%. All rental homes in Westend therefore fall under private or commercial landlords, meaning tenants here only enter the free sector.
Over the past twelve months, 24 homes were rented out in the free sector in Westend, at an average rent of €1,251 per month. The range runs from €869 to €1,695 per month, depending on the type, size and condition of the home. These figures exclude social rent and exclude room rentals. For current rental prices and available rental homes at this moment, check the overview at the top of this page.
The WOZ value in Westend is €329,000, which is clearly higher than the district average of Korvel (€251,000) and also slightly above the Tilburg average of €314,000. This higher property level translates into relatively firm rental prices. If you are looking for a rental home with a lower price tag, you can also look at rental homes in Korvel or the broader range of rental homes in Tilburg.
Living in Westend, Tilburg
Westend is a small, compact neighbourhood in the district Korvel, on the west side of Tilburg city centre. The neighbourhood has about 510 residents and a notably urban profile: the largest age group consists of 15- to 25-year-olds (140 people), followed by the groups 25-45 and 45-65, each around 120. Single-person households are by far the most common (155 of the households), and only 26% of residents are married. That says something about the character of the neighbourhood: Westend attracts relatively many young people, students and singles, and has a lively but not noisy appearance.
In terms of buildings, Westend largely consists of smaller housing blocks and terraced houses, with a mix of older and renovated properties. The neighbourhood borders the western part of Tilburg city centre, providing urban proximity without living in the middle of the hustle and bustle. The atmosphere is quiet for a neighbourhood within walking distance of the city centre, with narrow streets and a certain seclusion.
Facilities in and around Westend
Daily shopping can be done within cycling distance: the Jumbo and Albert Heijn in Tilburg city centre can be reached within ten minutes, and along the Korvelseweg you will also find smaller shops and eateries. For sports, there are various gyms and clubs in the surrounding district Korvel and towards the centre. Wilhelminapark, one of the greener spots in this part of Tilburg, is a short distance away and offers space for a walk or a moment of peace. Primary schools are available in the immediate vicinity of Korvel; for secondary education, students rely on schools elsewhere in Tilburg, which are easily accessible by bike or bus.
Accessibility
Westend is conveniently located relative to Tilburg city centre: by bike you are there in five to ten minutes. Tilburg Station is about ten minutes by bike, from where you have direct connections to Breda, Eindhoven and Den Bosch. By bus, there are lines via the Korvelseweg and adjacent routes towards the centre and other districts. By car, the A58 (towards Breda and Eindhoven) is quickly accessible via the western arterial roads. Parking in Westend is partly regulated via permits; in some streets free parking is possible, but do not count on always being able to park directly in front of your door.
Residents about Westend
On the neighbourhood page of Westend, residents share their experiences. What comes back in the reviews is the location: close to the centre but without the nuisance you experience in the city centre itself. One resident writes: "Westend has exactly the right balance: quiet living within walking distance of everything Tilburg has to offer." Criticisms sometimes concern the limited parking facilities and the fact that the housing supply is small, so there is little choice when something becomes available.
For comparison: the neighbouring Schrijversbuurt has a similar urban character but a slightly different housing type supply. Also Schildersbuurt Noord is popular among tenants looking for the combination of proximity and quiet, sometimes with slightly lower rental prices.
Is renting in Westend for you?
Westend suits young professionals, students and singles who want to live urban without the full city centre. The income level in the neighbourhood is €33,800 on average, just below the Tilburg average of €34,000, and the labour participation rate is 65%. Rental prices in the free sector are not low: with an average of €1,251 per month and a lower limit of €869, this is not a cheap rental market. There are no social rental homes, so if you are waiting for a corporation home, you better look elsewhere. As an alternative, you can also check the supply of owner-occupied homes in Westend: with a WOZ value of €329,000, there are also interesting options in the owner-occupied segment. Respond quickly if you see something: the supply is limited and homes are usually rented out quickly. Make sure your documents are in order (employer's statement, latest payslips, ID) so you can respond immediately.
What residents say about Westend
The resident reviews on Buurtje.nl give a nuanced picture of living in Westend. Residents particularly appreciate the location, the quietness and the proximity to the centre. The neighbourhood scores well on liveability and sense of safety. Less positive are residents sometimes about the limited parking supply and the scarce rental homes that become available. One reviewer sums it up aptly: "Small neighbourhood, great location. You have everything at hand here without it feeling busy." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Westend. This kind of local experience you will not find anywhere else at neighbourhood level.
Compare rental homes in and around Westend
Westend is one of the smaller neighbourhoods within the district Korvel. If you want more choice in rental homes, you can also look at adjacent neighbourhoods. Staatsliedenbuurt Oost and Het Laar offer a different housing supply and sometimes more spacious apartments. For a broader urban supply, districts such as Binnenstad or Armhoef are worth exploring. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews, district data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. More about the municipality can be found on the page Tilburg, or view directly all available rental homes in Tilburg via the city overview. For local information about facilities and policy in the neighbourhood, you can also visit the website of the municipality of Tilburg.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Westend, Tilburg?
In the free sector, the average rent in Westend over the past twelve months was €1,251 per month. The range runs from €869 to €1,695 per month, depending on the type and size of the property. These figures exclude social housing and room rentals. There are no social housing units in Westend: the housing association stock is 0%, so all rental properties fall under the free sector.
Are there social housing units in Westend?
No, there are no social housing units available through a housing association in Westend: the housing association stock is 0%. All rental properties in the neighbourhood are offered by private or commercial landlords and therefore fall under the free sector. Those who want to qualify for social housing in Tilburg can register with WonenBreburg or TBV Wonen, but then you have to take waiting lists into account and look outside Westend.
What is it like to live in Westend?
Westend is a small, quiet neighbourhood on the west side of Tilburg city centre, with an urban character and a compact layout. Residents appreciate the location: close to the centre but without the hustle and bustle of the inner city. The neighbourhood attracts many young people and singles. Criticisms that come up in reviews are the limited parking availability and the scarce housing supply that becomes available.
Is Westend suitable for starters and students?
Westend is certainly attractive for starters and young professionals: the largest age group in the neighbourhood is 15-25 years (140 out of 510 residents) and single-person households are by far the most common. The proximity to the centre and Tilburg station makes the neighbourhood practical for those who want to live without a car. The downside is that rents in the free sector are not low: renting an apartment in Westend costs an average of €1,251 per month, which can be a significant burden for starters.
How accessible is Westend?
Westend is conveniently located: Tilburg city centre is a five to ten-minute bike ride away, and Tilburg station can be reached within ten minutes. From the station, there are direct train connections to Breda, Eindhoven and Den Bosch. By bus, there are lines via the Korvelseweg and surrounding area. By car, the A58 is quickly accessible via the western arterial roads. Parking can be difficult: in some streets a permit system applies.
What facilities are there in Westend?
Westend itself is a small neighbourhood, but the location compensates for that: supermarkets such as Jumbo and Albert Heijn in the city centre are within cycling distance. Along the Korvelseweg there are shops and eateries. Wilhelminapark offers greenery and space for relaxation within a short distance. Primary schools are present in the immediate vicinity of the Korvel district; for secondary education and larger shops, you have to rely on the wider city, which is easily accessible.
How quickly are rental properties rented out in Westend?
The housing supply in Westend is limited: in the past twelve months, 24 free-sector properties were rented out in the neighbourhood. That is few for a whole year, which means that there is rarely anything for rent and properties are usually snapped up quickly. Anyone seriously considering renting a property in Westend would do well to respond quickly and have all necessary documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) at hand. Check the current rental time at the top of this page for the most recent figures.
