Find Rental Housing in Roosendaal
Roosendaal is a Brabant city near the Belgian border with about 77,000 inhabitants. The city is an important railway junction with connections to Rotterdam, Breda, and Antwerp. Very affordable living with Brabant coziness.
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How the rental market in Roosendaal really is
Roosendaal is one of the most affordable cities in Brabant.
Prices by property type
A room costs €375-500 per month on average. Studios are available from €625-800. Apartments start at €775-1,000.
The reality of searching
The housing market is very accessible. On average, you'll find something within 1 month. Less competition than the Randstad.
Railway junction
Roosendaal station is an important junction. Rotterdam (35 min), Breda (20 min), Antwerp (30 min) are quickly accessible.
Urban renewal
The center is being renewed with new shops and homes. The Markt and surroundings are getting a makeover.
Brabant atmosphere
Carnival is big in Roosendaal. The city has a cozy, social Brabant mentality.
Neighborhoods in Roosendaal
Centrum
AverageCity center with Markt. In development, amenities.
Langdonk
AffordableNeighborhood in the east. Mix of housing, affordable.
Kalsdonk
AffordableResidential area in the west. Quiet, families.
Kroeven
AffordableLarge neighborhood in the north. Diverse population, cheap.
Tolberg
AverageNeighborhood in the south. Quiet, newer, families.
Best strategy for Roosendaal
Budget < €550
Rooms in Kroeven, Langdonk, or Kalsdonk. Very affordable.
Budget €550 - €825
Studios or small apartments in various neighborhoods. Lots of choice.
Budget > €825
Spacious apartments in center or Tolberg. New construction available.
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Scam advice for Roosendaal
Te goedkoop
Even in affordable Roosendaal, extremely low prices are suspicious.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay in advance without viewing and contract.
Illegale onderhuur
Watch out for illegal subletting in social housing.
Grensregio-fraude
Be alert for suspicious offers via Belgian channels.
Tips for Roosendaal
Roosendaal is one of the most affordable cities in Brabant
The station offers excellent connections to Rotterdam, Breda, and Belgium
The center is being renewed - check new projects
The Brabant atmosphere is social and cozy
Bergen op Zoom and Etten-Leur are comparable alternatives
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Is Roosendaal a good place to live?
Yes, for those who want affordable living with good train connections. Less urban than Breda, but all amenities present.
How is the accessibility?
Excellent by train. Rotterdam 35 min, Breda 20 min, Antwerp 30 min. A17/A58 are nearby.
Is it a safe city?
Generally yes. Kroeven needs more attention, but Tolberg and Kalsdonk are quiet.
Working in Belgium and living in Roosendaal?
Very suitable. Antwerp is 30 min by train. Many cross-border workers live in Roosendaal.
How is the nightlife?
Limited compared to Breda. For more nightlife you travel to Breda (20 min) or Antwerp.