Nijverheid, Hengelo
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Gerdastraat 40 sits in a leafy part of Nijverheid, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a city suburb. With 165 m² of floor space, it is noticeably roomier than the local average, 27% larger, in fact. The price of €550,000 is 16% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €473,077, which puts it on the high side, but the generous size and energy label A help explain that. For context, apartments in Hengelo vary widely, so this one stands out.
Nijverheid is a neighbourhood where people tend to stay. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate the peace and the community. One resident says: 'I grew up here. Always found it a nice neighbourhood with lovely people. De Nijverheid has beautiful houses. I never felt unsafe here.' Another adds: 'Good contacts, no noise.' The area has a mix of housing, mostly single-family homes, and a fair number of families, though one-person households are also common. Incomes are around the national average. This is the Nijverheid neighbourhood in a nutshell.
For your morning bread, PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. There are several primary schools within easy reach, including IKC Erve Hooyerinck and KBS de Wheele. The train station is a five-minute walk, so commuting is straightforward. A park or public garden is also a five-minute walk away, and a GP is a couple of streets away. All in all, the municipality of Hengelo offers a good balance of quiet living and practical amenities.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Euverman & Nuyts, so you can find it on multiple platforms.
Details of this home
Gerdastraat 40, Hengelo
Very good · 2 residents
I grew up here. Always found it a nice neighbourhood with lovely people. De Nijverheid has beautiful houses. I never felt unsafe here. I also went to school on De Nijverheid. Had a good time there. Personally, I have nothing bad to say about the neighbourhood.
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About Gerdastraat 40, Hengelo
The asking price of €550,000 is 16% above the average asking price in Nijverheid (€473,077). However, this apartment is also 27% larger than the neighbourhood average (165 m² vs 130 m²) and has an energy label A, which is more efficient than most homes in the area. So while the price is on the high side, the size and efficiency help justify it.
Energy label A means the home is very efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity bills compared to older or less efficient homes. In Nijverheid, only about 33% of homes have label A or better, so this is a strong point. No exact amounts are available, but label A generally keeps energy costs manageable.
Residents describe Nijverheid as safe and quiet. One resident says they 'never felt unsafe here,' and another mentions 'no noise.' The total number of crimes reported in the neighbourhood is 125, which is moderate for an area of this size. Overall, it feels like a peaceful place to live.
The train station is 0.7 km away, which is about a five-minute walk.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance, such as IKC Erve Hooyerinck (3.6 km) and KBS de Wheele (4.1 km). For secondary education, Het Twickel College Borne is about 4 km away. The neighbourhood itself has a primary school at 0.7 km, so daily school runs are easy.
PLUS is just 515 m away, a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is 1.3 km, a ten-minute walk. Aldi and Jumbo are also within 1.5 km. So daily grocery shopping is very convenient.
At 165 m², this apartment is 27% larger than the average home for sale in Nijverheid (130 m²). It is also larger than many apartments in Hengelo. The generous floor area is one of its standout features.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not provided, so it is not possible to confirm any outdoor space from the data. You would need to check the listing details or ask the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Nijverheid
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