Bovensmilde-Centrum, Midden-Drenthe
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on H.P. Sickensstraat 5A sits in a village where, as one resident puts it, "you can have a chat everywhere." Built in 2005, it offers 79 m² of living space with an A energy label, so it's an efficient home to run. At €1,033 per month, the rent is in line with what you'd expect for a place this size in this part of the country. For context, apartments in Midden-Drenthe give you an idea of the local rental market.
Bovensmilde-Centrum is a friendly, close-knit community. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the cosy atmosphere and the ease of striking up a conversation. One resident says, "It's always cosy and you can have a chat with everyone," while another, who was born and raised here, notes it's "nice and quiet, a party every now and then and not too much craziness otherwise." The village has a mix of ages, with a good number of families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. The Bovensmilde-Centrum neighbourhood is a place where people tend to know each other.
For daily errands, the Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, so picking up bread or groceries is easy. There are also several other supermarkets within a short drive, including Albert Heijn and Lidl. For families, IKC De Meenthe and Dalton Kindcentrum De Wingerd are both within a five-minute walk, making the school run a breeze. The village has a park or green space just a couple of streets away, and a GP practice nearby. The municipality of Midden-Drenthe covers the wider area, with further amenities a short trip away.
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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.
About H.P. Sickensstraat 5A, Bovensmilde
The rent of €1,033 per month for a 79 m² apartment with an A energy label is in line with what you'd typically expect in this area. The home is from 2005, so it's relatively modern, and the efficient label means lower energy costs. Given the size and condition, the price seems reasonable for the local market.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, so it's a reliable indicator of the home's energy performance.
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, just 154 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. There are also several other supermarkets within a few kilometres, including Albert Heijn and Lidl, giving you plenty of choice for your weekly shopping.
There are two primary schools within a short walk: IKC De Meenthe at 445 metres and Dalton Kindcentrum De Wingerd at 529 metres. Both are within a five-minute walk, making the school run easy. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 5.6 km away.
Bovensmilde-Centrum is a cosy village where residents enjoy a friendly atmosphere. You can have a chat everywhere, and it's quiet with the occasional party. There's a park just 500 metres away, a GP practice at 700 metres, and a library nearby, so most daily needs are covered close to home.
Yes, this is social housing. That means the rent is regulated and typically lower than the market rate, and there may be income requirements to qualify. The rent of €1,033 per month is within the social housing limit, so it's an affordable option for those who meet the criteria.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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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How residents experience their district
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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How residents experience their municipality
Positive but the neighbourhood around the street where we live is deteriorating. Lower social class rental homes, many foreign people and drug dealing in the area, also known to the police. Furthermore, many facilities in the area, shops, schools, a GP practice and a community centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlley not lit by street lamps. Responsibility lies with the housing association. I have a broken little toe from protruding sleepers of a garden in the alley. Ventilation system doesn't work. Draft, mould, water under crawl space. There was also a visit from a company regarding energy level. C was personal, will become B for business. The housing association in question is difficult to communicate with, in my experience. Same with the pavements in the alley and the drain I called the relevant department about, but still need to report it. The neighbourhood. I've only just moved here and what strikes me is that there are no rubbish bins where you can, for example, dispose of your dog's waste. I also see that people dump waste in the private woodland areas where you're allowed to walk, including the poop bags. And then the pavements. Dangerous! And in the neighbourhood itself, people drive too fast. I don't get too worked up about it, but I actually find it quite annoying. The greenery, walking paths, private woods where you can walk are beautiful. With diversity of flora and fauna. But again, I see stepped-on mushrooms, plastic, cans, bottles, and much more. I take with me what I can take. But actually, there should be a bin at the beginning of the path, which is on municipal land. I notice little of the community. I'm quite a loner. When I walk the dog, people are friendly. It has become a reasonably mixed village.
Auto-translated to English by AII notice a lot of incompetence in prejudices about appearance, your dog, waste, other people's belongings, nuisance from cats, poor maintenance of pavements, alleyways without lighting and poor paving. Little information about possible help for the less fortunate. Water damage in gardens and surroundings. Car tyres are always flat in certain parking spots. Setting off fireworks too early. And probably more.
Auto-translated to English by AIDrijber and surroundings is a very beautiful neighbourhood with nice detached houses, a close-knit community and space for animals and people. It is the place to live if you benefit from a beautiful view and peace, combined with a cosy atmosphere at village festivals or neighbourhood barbecues. It is very close to the VAM mountain where the European Cycling Championships were recently held. The European Championships went through our street, which is of course fantastic to see. Although amenities such as shops etc are only to be found in Hoogeveen (8 km away), it does have a nice little school with good education. All in all, a very nice neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AICommunity centre in the neighbourhood with many activities for young and old, within walking distance a primary school, supermarket within walking distance
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living here pleasantly for years. Nice people, plenty of green. In short, great!
Auto-translated to English by AII find my village very cosy because you can have a chat everywhere
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbourliness is number one here
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| Sale price | €454,649 | €393,033 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,169 | – |
| Rent price | €1,295 p/m | €1,295 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €12 p/m | – |
H.P. Sickensstraat 5A, Bovensmilde
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