A social rental on Kanaalstraat
This apartment on Kanaalstraat sits in the Koopmanskwartier, a central part of Assen with a calm, residential feel. At €509 per month, the rent sat well below the neighbourhood average of €1,108, which made it a keen option for someone looking for an affordable home. For context, apartments in Assen generally come with a different price tag, so this one stood out. This home has not been online since 28 September 2026.
The Koopmanskwartier
The Koopmanskwartier neighbourhood is home to around 1,545 people, and the figures show a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over. Many households are single-person, and the area has a quiet, steady character. Homes here tend to rent quickly, with listings typically going in about 14 days, which gave a sense of the local demand.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The AH XL is just around the corner, with Dirk a couple of streets away, so the weekly shop is a short walk. For schools, Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen and Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas are both within a few hundred metres, and Gomarus College Assen is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The train station is about 1.4 km away, and the municipality of Assen offers the wider amenities you would expect from a provincial capital.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Kanaalstraat 65, Assen
Was €509 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €509 was well below the neighbourhood average of €1,108, so it was on the low side for the area. With only three rental homes at the time available in the Koopmanskwartier, this was a priced option within the local market.
How quickly do rental homes in this neighbourhood go?
Rental homes in the Koopmanskwartier are typically let within about 14 days on average. That suggests there is steady interest in the area, so the market here moves at a reasonable pace.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration recorded in the national EP-Online system.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
The Koopmanskwartier has around 1,545 residents, with a large share of people aged 65 and over. Many households are single-person, and there are relatively few families with children, giving the area a quieter, more adult-oriented character.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The AH XL is about 275 metres away, so it is just around the corner for a quick shop. Dirk is also close at roughly 282 metres, and there are several other options within a short walk, including Ekoplaza and SPAR.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this was listed as social housing. That meant the rent was set at a level intended to be affordable, and eligibility criteria typically apply for this type of rental.
