Het Waal 294
Emmerhout, Emmen
AreaA quiet corner of Emmerhout
This rental apartment on Het Waal sits in Emmerhout, a green and settled part of Emmen. The home is part of the social housing stock, so the rent reflects that. At €766 per month for 110 m², the price is well below the average for rentals in the neighbourhood, which sits around €1,323. For context, apartments in Emmen give you a sense of what else is available in the wider area.
Emmerhout through residents' eyes
Emmerhout scores 8.06 out of 10 from three resident reviews, and the feedback is warm. One resident calls it a "cosy and quiet" neighbourhood, adding that "everyone welcome and not unfriendly". Another simply says "a very good neighbourhood". A third review, titled "Lots of green with everything within walking distance", praises the greenery and the shops within walking distance, and notes the forest nearby for walks. The same review mentions occasional nuisance from a neighbour, but frames it as a broader issue rather than a neighbourhood problem. The area has a mix of households, with a notable share of single-person homes and a good number of families with children. The neighbourhood itself is a calm, established part of Emmen.
Daily life around Het Waal
For everyday errands, you are well placed. A Lidl is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away, so bread and groceries are never far. Two primary schools, RK/PC Jenaplanschool Kristalla and De Kubus, are also just around the corner, which makes the school run straightforward. The train station is a short drive or cycle away, and the municipality of Emmen offers the wider amenities you might need.
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About Het Waal 294, Emmen
Is €766 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
At €766 per month for 110 m², this rent is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,323 for rentals. The average price per square metre in Emmerhout is €10.80, so this home comes in at about €6.96 per m². Given the size and the energy label A, the rent is on the low side compared with what else is available in the area.
What does the energy label A mean for this home?
Energy label A is the most efficient label on the scale, which means the home is registered as very energy-efficient. This is an official registration, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient homes. The label is a formal classification, not a statement about the condition of the building itself.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A Lidl is about 146 metres away, and a Jumbo is about 155 metres away, so both are just around the corner. For a wider choice, there are 15 supermarkets within five kilometres, including additional Jumbo and Aldi stores a bit further out. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby for children?
Two primary schools, RK/PC Jenaplanschool Kristalla and De Kubus, are both about 266 metres away, so the school run is a short walk. There are also special education options within a reasonable distance, including Kentalis Tine Marcusschool Emmen at about 703 metres. In total, 36 schools are within five kilometres.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The train station is 3.3 kilometres away. That is a manageable distance by bike or a short drive, though it is not within walking distance for most people. The neighbourhood reviews note that the city centre is easily reachable by bus or bike, which fits with the general accessibility of the area.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
Emmerhout has around 7,050 residents. About 47% of households are single-person homes, while 26% are households with children and 27% are households without children. The age spread is fairly even, with the largest group being those aged 65 and over at 28%. It is a mixed, settled community.
