Besterd, Tilburg
NeighbourhoodThis terraced house on Kruisstraat in Besterd has a lived-in feel from the moment you step inside. Built in 1905, it offers 116 m² of floor space, a good 35% more than the average home in the neighbourhood. The asking price of €410,000 is on the high side compared to the local median of €319,000, but the extra square metres and the private plot of 150 m² explain the premium. For context, terraced houses in Tilburg vary widely in price and size.
Besterd is a lively, urban part of Tilburg with a high density of addresses, over 4,000 per km². The area is home to around 1,700 residents, many of them single (690 one-person households) and a relatively young population: the largest age group is 25 to 45. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the figures. It's a place where most homes are pre-war (60% built before 1945), and the mix of owner-occupied and rental properties is fairly balanced. The Besterd neighbourhood has a strong urban character.
Daily errands are easy: a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and another PLUS is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, Basisschool Den Bijstere is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool De Stappen is also within easy reach. The area is well served by restaurants and a GP practice, all within walking distance. The train station is about 2 km away, so a short cycle or bus ride gets you to the centre of Tilburg. The municipality of Tilburg offers a full range of amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Kin Makelaars.
Details of this home
Kruisstraat 23, Tilburg
Data from Besterd
Data from Besterd
41 within 5 km
64 within 5 km
About Kruisstraat 23, Tilburg
The asking price of €410,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €319,000 and the average of €362,921. However, this home is larger than most in Besterd, 116 m² versus an average of 86 m², and comes with a 150 m² plot. The price per m² works out at about €3,534, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,663 per m². So while the total price is high, you get more space for your money.
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is in the middle of the scale, it means the home is reasonably efficient, but not as efficient as A or B labels. You can expect moderate energy costs, but the exact amount depends on your usage and the heating system.
Tilburg train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. For local travel, the high urban density means many amenities are within walking distance.
Besterd is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a young population, the largest group is 25 to 45 years old. Many residents live alone (690 one-person households), and there are relatively few families with children (120). The area has a high crime count (136 total incidents), which is something to be aware of. It's a lively area with plenty of shops and services nearby.
With 116 m² of living space, this house is 35% larger than the average home in Besterd, which is 86 m². The plot of 150 m² also gives you a private outdoor space, a rarity in such a dense urban area. Most homes in the neighbourhood are smaller, so this one stands out for its generous proportions.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool Den Bijstere (389 m), Basisschool De Stappen (441 m), and De Cocon (504 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.7 km away. The area has a total of 64 schools within 5 km, so there is plenty of choice.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Besterd
