A historic flat in the heart of Assen
This first-floor apartment on Kerkstraat sits right in the centre of Assen, where the streets buzz with cafés and shops. Built in 1910, it has a classic feel but an A++ energy label, a rare combination. At €325,000, the asking price is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €444,167, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Assen.
The neighbourhood: Brinkkwartier
Brinkkwartier is the compact historic core of Assen, with just over 400 residents. It's a place of mostly single-person households (225 out of 275), and the average household size is 1.3. The area is densely built and very urban, the address density is 2,591 per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a lively centre with a mix of ages, though few families with children.
Life on the street
Your daily errands couldn't be easier: Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and SPAR is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Dirk and AH XL are a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Kindcentrum Emmaschool, is a five-minute walk, and the Gomarus College for secondary education is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Assen offers all the amenities you'd expect from a provincial capital.
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Frequently asked questions
About Kerkstraat 8, Assen
Is €325,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €325,000 is 27% below the average asking price in Brinkkwartier (€444,167) and also below the median of €372,500. Given the 78 m² floor area, the price per m² works out at about €4,167, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €4,656. So it's priced keenly compared to other homes currently on the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
This apartment has an energy label A++, which is the highest possible rating. It means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A+ or better, so this one is well above average.
How far is the train station?
Assen train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. From there, you can catch intercity trains to Groningen, Zwolle and beyond.
What shops are nearby?
Ekoplaza organic supermarket is just 40 metres away on the same street. SPAR is 339 metres, Dirk 534 metres, and AH XL 579 metres, all within a five- to ten-minute walk. For dining, there are restaurants right on your doorstep (0 metres).
Is the neighbourhood safe?
Brinkkwartier recorded 191 total crimes in the latest data. As a city centre, it's busier than residential areas, but the figures are typical for a compact urban core. You'll find a police presence and plenty of street activity.
What is the property type and layout?
It's an apartment (flat) on the first floor of a building from 1910. The floor area is 78 m². The energy label A++ is a standout feature for a home of this age.
