A social rental on Bornsestraat
This apartment on Bornsestraat 6J sits in Hengelo's Tichelwerk neighbourhood, a part of town with a calm, established feel. At 78 m², the home offers a sensible amount of space for a single person or a couple. The last known rent of €808 per month sat well below the average of €1,300 for rentals in the area, which made it a keen option for those eligible for social housing. For context, apartments in Hengelo generally command higher rents than this. This home has not been online since 2 November 2026.
Tichelwerk
Tichelwerk is a residential area with a mix of ages, though older residents make up a notable share. Around half of households are single people, and the average household size is 1.8, so the streets tend to be quiet rather than bustling with families. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics. The area has a practical, everyday character, with most daily needs within easy reach. The Tichelwerk neighbourhood is one of several residential pockets within Hengelo.
Daily life on the street
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, so picking up groceries is a quick errand. For a wider choice, Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo is within a ten-minute walk. The nearest secondary school is a short stroll, while primary schools are a bit further out, so families with young children might find themselves travelling a little. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, which helps for commuting. The municipality of Hengelo keeps the surrounding streets well connected.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Bornsestraat 6J, Hengelo
Was €808 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €808 was well below the average of €1,300 for rentals in Tichelwerk, and the median was also €1,300. With only two rental properties at the time available in the neighbourhood, this one was on the low end of the range, which starts at €1,200. Given the 78 m² floor area, the price was competitive for the size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration, so it reflects the home's energy performance as recorded.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Albert Heijn is just 164 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. Ekoplaza is 397 metres, and an AH to go is 641 metres. A Jumbo is 697 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 979 metres. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
The nearest secondary school, Het Twickel College Borne, is about 3.4 km away. For primary education, KBS de Wheele is 3.3 km, Beekpark is 3.8 km, and Basisschool de Vonder is also around 3.8 km. These are within a reasonable distance, though not within walking distance for young children.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km from the apartment, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it practical for commuting or for trips into the centre of Hengelo and beyond.
What kind of households live in Tichelwerk?
Half of the households in Tichelwerk are single people, and the average household size is 1.8. Around 23% of households have children, while 27% are couples without children. The age profile is mixed, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over, so the area has a quiet, settled character.
