A calm apartment in Weidedorp
This two-room apartment on Floresstraat 20 sits in Weidedorp, a quiet corner of Hengelo. The home was part of a social housing scheme, so the rent was set at €731 per month. With 59 m² of living space, it is a compact but practical layout. The asking price was well below the average for rentals in the neighbourhood, which stood at €1,186, so it was keenly priced. For more context, you can compare it with other [apartments in Hengelo]( /huurwoningen/hengelo/appartementen/). This home has not been online since 23 August 2026.
Life in Weidedorp
Weidedorp is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, given the high address density. The population is diverse, with a notable share of older residents and many single-person households. One resident gave the area a score of 8.38, saying: "Everything is good, but building a playground would be nice." That sums up the general sentiment: a pleasant place to live, with room for small improvements. The neighbourhood has a range of amenities within easy reach, and you can read more about [the Weidedorp neighbourhood]( /buurt/weidedorp-hengelo/) to get a fuller picture.
Daily life on the street
For daily errands, you have a Jumbo supermarket just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are also several schools in the area, including KBS de Wheele and Basisschool de Vonder, both within a ten-minute walk. The train station is about 1.3 km away, making commutes straightforward. The municipality of Hengelo manages the wider area, and you can find more about [the municipality of Hengelo]( /gemeente/hengelo/) for local services and initiatives.
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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 Floresstraat 20, Hengelo
Was €731 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €731 was significantly lower than the average for rentals in Weidedorp, which was €1,186. This made it a keenly priced option, especially for a two-room apartment of 59 m². However, it is part of social housing, so eligibility criteria may apply.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. It indicates the home is reasonably efficient, though the label alone does not detail the specific insulation or heating systems.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo, located about 646 metres away, which is roughly a five-minute walk. An Albert Heijn is about 791 metres away, and there are several other options within a short distance, including an AH to go and an Ekoplaza.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within a reasonable distance. KBS de Wheele, a primary school, is about 3 km away, and Basisschool de Vonder is about 3.7 km away. For secondary education, Het Twickel College Borne is about 3 km away. These are all within a short drive or cycle.
How is the public transport connection?
The train station is about 1.3 km from the apartment, which is roughly a 15-minute walk. This provides a direct link to other cities.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Weidedorp is a densely populated area with a mix of ages, though there is a higher proportion of older residents and single-person households. One resident rated it 8.38, noting that everything is good but a playground would be a nice addition. It has a strong urban character with many amenities nearby.
