Homes for sale in Gildebuurt, Eindhoven

House prices and market figures for Gildebuurt, Eindhoven

Gildebuurt is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: only 29% of the more than 1,000 homes are owner-occupied. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Gildebuurt relatively limited, but the market is certainly active. In the past twelve months, 27 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €436,963. The range runs from €269,000 to €675,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and more expensive properties are being traded. With an average living area of 92 m², this works out to a price per square metre of approximately €4,750.

The WOZ value in Gildebuurt is €288,000. This is almost equal to the average for the broader district Oud-Woensel (€286,000), but significantly lower than the municipal average of €360,000. The average purchase price is therefore higher than the WOZ value suggests, indicating that homes here are sold above the WOZ value. For the current supply, the average asking price and the time on market in days, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Gildebuurt, Eindhoven

Gildebuurt is located in the northern part of Eindhoven, as part of the Oud-Woensel district. The neighbourhood has a distinctly urban character: densely built-up, with a mix of porch flats and single-family homes from the 1950s and 1960s, and a lively but messy appearance at street level. It is not a neighbourhood that impresses with greenery or architectural beauty, and residents honestly acknowledge this. The residents' score for beauty is a notably low 2.5 out of 10, and greenery also scores poorly at 4.0.

Yet Gildebuurt has a clear trump card: amenities. The score for this is 8.0 out of 10, and that rings true when you walk around. The Woenselmarkt, one of the largest weekly markets in Eindhoven, is nearby. Along the main Woensel streets you will find supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and a wide range of shops, although this range is not equally appealing to everyone. One resident writes: "I don't understand why the municipality doesn't make a bit more effort to make the neighbourhood pleasant for everyone. Why 6 hairdressers on the street and so many shisha shops and Turkish clothing stores. Provide diversity!" That comment touches on a sentiment that comes up more often: the neighbourhood has a lot, but the composition of the offering is one-sided.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores a 5.0, which is relatively low for an urban district. Several bus routes run through and from the neighbourhood, and Eindhoven city centre can be reached by bike within ten minutes. Eindhoven Central Station is about two kilometres away. The connection to the A50 and A270 is reasonable, but parking in the neighbourhood itself can be difficult. In the area of education, Gildebuurt scores well: a 7.5. Primary schools are located in the immediate vicinity, and secondary education in Eindhoven is easily accessible.

The social atmosphere in the neighbourhood is a point of concern. The community score stands at 4.5 and residents indicate that social contacts are limited. The neighbourhood has a relatively high number of single-person households (760 of the more than 1,000 households) and a large group of young adults between 25 and 45 years old. This creates an anonymous, transient population composition. Safety scores a 6.0, but the previously quoted resident also describes homeless people sleeping under balconies and litter on the streets as recurring annoyances. On the neighbourhood page of Gildebuurt you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood data in one place.

For comparison: neighbouring areas such as Limbeek-Noord and Hemelrijken have a slightly quieter character, while Woenselse Watermolen offers a bit more greenery. Those who want to combine the urban vibrancy of Gildebuurt with more space or greenery can also look at the broader supply of owner-occupied homes in Oud-Woensel.

Is Gildebuurt the right choice for you as a buyer?

Gildebuurt mainly attracts first-time buyers and young singles who want to buy affordably in an urban environment with many amenities within walking distance. The entry price of €269,000 offers prospects for first-time buyers, although average transaction prices have risen sharply in recent times. Families with young children are more likely to experience the limited green space and liveability issues on the street as a disadvantage. Would you rather rent first to get to know the neighbourhood? Then check out the supply of rental homes in Gildebuurt as an alternative. Keep in mind that the supply of owner-occupied homes in this neighbourhood is limited and homes sell quickly.

What residents say about Gildebuurt

Gildebuurt receives an average score of 5.4 out of 10 from residents, based on 2 reviews. The highest scores go to education (7.5) and amenities (8.0). The lowest scores are for beauty (2.5) and greenery (4.0). One resident sums it up: "The apartment is nice. The accessibility of the shops is fine but there is a lot of dirt and mess on the street." That contrast between a good location and difficult liveability at street level is typical of Gildebuurt. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the information page of Gildebuurt.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Gildebuurt

On Buurtje.nl you will find owner-occupied homes in Gildebuurt combined with resident scores, district data and supply from more than 1,500 sources, so that you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood. Want to search more broadly? Then also check out the supply in Limbeek-Zuid or compare with other districts in the city via the overview of owner-occupied homes in Eindhoven. For municipal information about amenities, safety and plans in the neighbourhood, you can visit the website of the municipality of Eindhoven.