Find Rental Housing in Oss
Oss is an industrial city in the east of Noord-Brabant, known for the pharmaceutical industry and food production. With about 95,000 inhabitants, it is one of the larger cities in the region. The city offers affordable housing and good train connections to Den Bosch and Nijmegen.
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Source: automatically collected data via Kijkie. Last updated: December 28, 2025
How the rental market in Oss really is
Oss is an affordable Brabant city with strong employment.
Prices by property type
A room costs €400-525 per month on average. Studios are available from €700-875. Apartments start at €850-1,100.
The reality of searching
The housing market is accessible. On average, you'll find something within 1-2 months. Less competition than in the Randstad.
Employment
Major employers are MSD (pharmaceutical), Organon, and various food companies. This attracts workers from the region.
Connections
Oss station is on the Den Bosch-Nijmegen line. You're in Den Bosch in 15 minutes, in Nijmegen in 30 minutes.
Brabant atmosphere
Oss is known for carnival and has a cozy Brabant mentality. The city invests in the center and culture.
Neighborhoods in Oss
Centrum
AverageCompact city center with shops and restaurants. Lively, amenities.
Ruwaard
AffordableLarge residential area in the west. Diverse population, affordable.
Berghem
AffordableVillage within the municipality. Village character, quiet.
Ussen
AverageNewer neighborhood in the south. Modern, families.
Schadewijk
AffordableResidential area in the north. Quiet, mix of housing.
Best strategy for Oss
Budget < €600
Rooms in Ruwaard, Schadewijk, or Berghem. Social housing available.
Budget €600 - €900
Studios or small apartments in various neighborhoods. Good supply.
Budget > €900
Spacious apartments or homes in Ussen or center.
Scam advice for Oss
Nep-advertenties
Always verify if ads are legitimate.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay in advance without viewing and contract.
Illegale onderhuur
Watch out for illegal subletting, especially in social housing.
Te goedkoop
Offers far below market price are suspicious.
Tips for Oss
Oss is affordable and has good employment in pharma and food
Den Bosch is 15 minutes by train for more nightlife and culture
The Brabant mentality is social - networking helps with searching
Ruwaard and Schadewijk are the cheapest neighborhoods
Uden and Veghel are alternatives in the region
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Is Oss a good place to live?
Yes, for those who want affordable living with good employment. Less urban than Den Bosch, but all amenities are present.
Which industries are in Oss?
Mainly pharmaceutical (MSD, Organon) and food products. This provides stable employment.
How is the accessibility?
Good. Oss station connects to Den Bosch (15 min) and Nijmegen (30 min). Highway A50/A59 is nearby.
Is Oss suitable for young professionals?
Yes, especially for those working in the region. For more urban life, Den Bosch is nearby.
What are the cheapest neighborhoods?
Ruwaard and Schadewijk are most affordable. Berghem is also cheap but has a more village-like character.