H.C. Pootstraat 44
Groot Driene-Noord, Hengelo
AreaA quiet spot in Groot Driene-Noord
This apartment on H.C. Pootstraat 44 sits in Groot Driene-Noord, a residential pocket of Hengelo where the streets are calm and the pace is easy. It is a portiekflat from 1971, set on the first floor with a free view, and it comes with a balcony. At €200,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the WOZ value, but it is the cheapest of the ten homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price here is €302,100, so this one sits well below that. If you are looking at apartments in Hengelo, this is a modest entry point.
Inside the flat
This three-room flat has two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 74 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 75 m². The home has double glazing and is heated by block heating, and the service costs are €148.73 per month. It is a full ownership, so there is no leasehold to worry about. The balcony is a nice extra for a flat of this size, and the setting is described as a quiet road in a residential area with an unobstructed view.
Life in Groot Driene-Noord
Residents across the municipality of Hengelo give their living environment an average score of 7.74, based on 34 reviews. One resident says: "For me, it's very nice to live in." Another notes: "It's quite quiet to live, nice neighbours." A third adds: "A snug rural area, despite being close to the motorway, almost never bothered by the noise. Lots of nature and wildlife around us. And friendly neighbours." The neighbourhood itself has about 3,335 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person. It is a mixed area, with a good number of older residents. The Groot Driene-Noord neighbourhood has a calm, residential character.
Daily errands and getting around
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away, with an Aldi a ten-minute walk further. The pharmacy, Apotheek Groot Driene, is on your doorstep, and the nearest GP is a bit further out. For schools, there are options within a short distance, including primary schools and a secondary school. Public transport is handy: bus line 12 stops at Hengelo, Willem de Merodestraat, just around the corner, and the train station Hengelo Oost is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Hengelo offers these everyday conveniences within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €191,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above that WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from rail traffic 34 dB Lden, both below the legal norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is classified as 'other'. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050, while heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Euverman & Nuyts Makelaars Hengelo and their listing on Funda.
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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 H.C. Pootstraat 44, Hengelo
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €200,000, while the WOZ value is €191,000 as of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 5% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so this comparison gives you an idea of how the asking price relates to the official valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a three-room flat with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 74 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 75 m². It has a balcony and is located on the first floor. The home is heated by block heating and has double glazing.
What are the service costs for this apartment?
The service costs are €148.73 per month. This is a common arrangement for apartments in a portiekflat, where costs for shared areas and maintenance are covered.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, with G being the least efficient label. With label E, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the exact amount depends on your usage and energy prices. The home does have double glazing, which helps with insulation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is classified as 'other'. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk, but a structural survey would be needed for a definitive assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, and from rail traffic it is 34 dB Lden. Both are below the legal norm, so the home is not considered to have excessive noise exposure. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and 2023, and they are area-level indications.
What are the climate risks for this property?
According to public climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the flood risk now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but it is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this home, and they help you understand potential climate-related considerations.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There is an Albert Heijn just around the corner at 140 metres, and a Jumbo at 158 metres. An Aldi is about 874 metres away, and there are two Lidl stores within about 1.1 and 1.4 kilometres. So you have several options for daily groceries within a short walk or bike ride.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 12 stops at Hengelo, Willem de Merodestraat, just 57 metres away, and also at Hengelo, Wkc Groot Driene and Hengelo, Willem Kloosstraat. The nearest train station is Hengelo Oost, about 596 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Groot Driene-Noord is a residential area with about 3,335 inhabitants. A large share of households are single-person, and there is a mix of ages. Residents across the municipality of Hengelo give their living environment an average score of 7.74, with comments about it being quiet and having friendly neighbours. The neighbourhood itself has a calm, residential character.
