Find Rental Housing in Etten-Leur
Etten-Leur is a municipality in West Brabant, strategically located between Breda and Roosendaal. The place is named after Vincent van Gogh, who lived here. Etten-Leur offers an affordable alternative to Breda with good connections.
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How the rental market in Etten-Leur really is
Etten-Leur is an affordable option in West Brabant.
Prices by property type
A room costs €400-550 per month on average. Studios are available from €700-900. Apartments start at €900-1,100.
The reality of searching
Etten-Leur has a quiet rental market. On average, you'll find something within 2-4 weeks. Less competition than Breda.
Van Gogh connection
Vincent van Gogh lived in Etten and made his first drawings here. The Van Gogh Church is a landmark.
Commuting to Breda
Breda is easily accessible in 10 minutes by train. Many residents work or study in Breda but live cheaper in Etten-Leur.
Facilities
Etten-Leur has a complete center with shops, restaurants, and a theater. All daily amenities are present.
Neighborhoods in Etten-Leur
Centrum
AverageVillage heart with shops and restaurants. Cozy, all amenities.
Grauwe Polder
AverageNewer residential area. Quiet, families, modern.
Schoenmakershoek
AffordableLarge residential area with facilities. Diverse, affordable.
Banakkers
AffordableQuiet neighborhood near station. Good for commuters.
Hooghuis
AffordableOlder neighborhood with character. Close to center.
Best strategy for Etten-Leur
Budget < €550
Rooms in various neighborhoods. Easy to find in Etten-Leur.
Budget €550 - €900
Studios or small apartments. Good value for money.
Budget > €900
Spacious apartments or family homes. Lots of choice.
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Scam advice for Etten-Leur
Breda-spillover
Some scammers target people who cannot afford Breda. Be alert.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay without seeing the property.
Onbekende verhuurders
Check if the landlord is legitimate through local real estate agents.
Te goedkoop
Offers well below market price are suspicious.
Tips for Etten-Leur
Etten-Leur is quiet - you'll find something within 2-4 weeks
Breda is 10 minutes by train - ideal for students
More affordable than Breda with good facilities
Van Gogh heritage makes the town culturally interesting
Brabant community is hospitable
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Is Etten-Leur a good alternative to Breda?
Yes, Etten-Leur is cheaper than Breda with the same accessibility. The train takes 10 minutes.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 2-4 weeks. The market is quiet with less competition than Breda.
Are there good facilities?
Yes, Etten-Leur has a complete center with shops, restaurants, theater, and sports facilities.
What is the Van Gogh connection?
Vincent van Gogh lived in Etten (now Etten-Leur) and made his first drawings here. The Van Gogh Church is a landmark.
How is public transport?
Good - direct train to Breda (10 min) and Roosendaal. Buses to surrounding areas.