Bovensmilde-Centrum, Midden-Drenthe
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on H.P. Sickensstraat in Bovensmilde is part of a social-housing scheme, so the rent is kept affordable. At €1,008 a month, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a social-rent home of this size. Compared to other apartments in Midden-Drenthe, supply is limited, so apartments in Midden-Drenthe don't come up often.
Bovensmilde-Centrum is a small, close-knit village where people know each other. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the cosy atmosphere. One resident says: "I find my village very cosy because you can have a chat everywhere." Another adds: "It's always cosy and you can have a chat with everyone." A third notes: "Nice and quiet, a party every now and then and not too much craziness otherwise." The neighbourhood is mostly families and older residents, with a high proportion of single-family homes. For more context, see the Bovensmilde-Centrum neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, Poiesz is just around the corner on the same street. For a wider selection, Albert Heijn, Lidl and Jumbo are a short drive away. Primary schools are within walking distance: IKC De Meenthe is a couple of streets away, and Dalton Kindcentrum De Wingerd is a five-minute walk. The village has a GP, a restaurant and a library all on your doorstep. The nearest train station is 8.8 km away, so a car or bus is handy for longer journeys. The municipality of Midden-Drenthe covers a rural area with several small villages, so the municipality of Midden-Drenthe offers a quiet, green setting.
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Details of this home
H.P. Sickensstraat 13D, Bovensmilde
Very good · 3 residents
I find my village very cosy because you can have a chat everywhere
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's always cosy and you can have a chat with everyone
Auto-translated to English by AIBorn and raised in Bovensmilde so I feel at home here, of course things could always be better but for now it's fine. Nice and quiet, a party every now and then and not too much craziness otherwise.
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About H.P. Sickensstraat 13D, Bovensmilde
Yes, €1,008 is a typical rent for a social-housing apartment of 80 m² with energy label A in Bovensmilde. Social rents are regulated, so the price is set by the housing association and is generally below market rates for private rentals.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes with lower labels.
Poiesz supermarket is just 165 metres away, so you can walk there in a couple of minutes. For other supermarkets like Albert Heijn or Lidl, you'd need to drive about 3.3 km.
Yes, two primary schools are within walking distance: IKC De Meenthe at 434 metres and Dalton Kindcentrum De Wingerd at 518 metres. Secondary schools are further away, at about 5.6 km.
Bovensmilde-Centrum is a quiet, cosy village where residents enjoy chatting with neighbours. It has a mix of families and older people, and the area feels safe and friendly. The urbanity level is low, so it's a rural setting.
With 80 m² and one bedroom (typical for an apartment of this size), it's suitable for a single person or a couple. The layout is not specified, but social-rent apartments usually have a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
The nearest train station is 8.8 km away, so you would need a car or bus to reach it.
Within a few minutes' walk you'll find a GP, a supermarket (Poiesz), a restaurant, a library and a park. The village centre has most daily necessities covered.
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