A bright apartment on the edge of the woods
This apartment sits on the fifth floor of a portiekflat on Beilerstraat, right where the city meets the trees. The setting was described by the agent as on the edge of the forest and in the centre, so you get the best of both worlds. With a last known asking price of €425,000, the price was keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, there were at the time six apartments for sale in De Esch, with an average asking price of €550,833. If you are looking at apartments in Assen, this one stands out for its position. This home has not been online since 27 October 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1986, this apartment spans four rooms, including two bedrooms, across the fifth floor. The living area was listed as 111 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed 110 m². The home has a volume of 364 m³ and comes with a garage box. According to the agent, the property was fully insulated, with roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The apartment was in full ownership, and the homeowners' association fee was €286.18 per month.
Life in De Esch
De Esch is a small neighbourhood with about 675 residents, many of whom are 65 or older. Residents across the municipality of Assen give their living environment an average score of 7.67, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park, but overall it's always fine and not much else happens in the area." Another resident notes: "There's nothing in this neighbourhood. Everything is gone. Have to go to other districts for activities." A third resident, who grew up in Marsdijk, adds: "I enjoy living here. I generally feel quite safe." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just De Esch itself. For a closer look at what the area offers, you can read more about the De Esch neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and the SPAR is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Kindcentrum Emmaschool is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Overcingel, and the Alphega Apotheek Karsten pharmacy is just around the corner. The Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis hospital is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at De Boshof and Kerkplein are just around the corner, with lines 8 and 7, 8, 20, 428 respectively. Assen train station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this is part of the municipality of Assen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was €377,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 13% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 29%, from €293,000 to €377,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Huis Makelaardij Drenthe | ASSEN | Alex Huis.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Beilerstraat 119, Assen
How did the asking price compare to other homes in De Esch?
The asking price of €425,000 was 23% below the average asking price of €550,833 for homes at the time for sale in De Esch. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €4,092, while this apartment was listed at €3,864 per square metre, which was 6% below the neighbourhood average. The price verdict was described as keen.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had four rooms, including two bedrooms, and was located on the fifth floor. The living area was 111 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed 110 m². The volume is 364 m³. The property includes a garage box and is in full ownership.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was €377,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 13% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had increased by 29%, from €293,000 in 2020 to €377,000 in 2025.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Ekoplaza, about 499 metres away. The SPAR is 773 metres away, and Dirk is just over a kilometre from the home. There are also an AH XL and a Jumbo within about 1.3 kilometres. In total, there are 17 supermarkets within five kilometres.
How is the neighbourhood of De Esch rated by residents?
Residents across the municipality of Assen give their living environment an average score of 7.67, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park. Another resident mentions that there is little to do and that activities require going to other districts. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just De Esch.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stops are Assen, De Boshof and Assen, Kerkplein, both about 400 metres away. Bus line 8 stops at De Boshof, while Kerkplein is served by lines 7, 8, 20 and 428. Assen train station is about 868 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is C. According to the agent, the home had roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and was described as fully insulated. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
