Marktstraat 81A
Musselkanaal Centrum, Stadskanaal
NeighbourhoodA quiet apartment in Musselkanaal
This apartment on Marktstraat offers a calm, no-fuss living space in the heart of Musselkanaal. With 65 m² of living area and a C energy label, it's a practical home for someone looking for a manageable footprint. The asking price of €215,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, partly because the home is smaller than typical properties here. For context, apartments in Stadskanaal vary widely in size and price.
The Musselkanaal Centrum neighbourhood
Based on two reviews, residents have mixed feelings. One says: "Quite a nice neighbourhood. It's fine here. Friendly neighbourhood, people don't bother each other. But if something's up, they're there for you." Another notes: "There's a person in this neighbourhood who ruins everything for everyone, so they should actually be removed. I have no contact with anyone in this neighbourhood; the upstairs neighbour ruins everything for interacting with people." The area has a mix of ages, with many older residents and a fair number of families. Most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses. For more context, see the Musselkanaal Centrum neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your daily errands are easy: PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, and Lidl and Aldi are just around the corner. For primary schools, CBS De Lindenborgh is a couple of streets away, and St. Antoniusschool is a five-minute walk. The nearest secondary school is further out, about 7 km away. The area has a quiet, small-town feel with basic amenities close by. For more about the wider area, check the municipality of Stadskanaal.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Van Wattum Makelaardij and Funda.
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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.
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About Marktstraat 81A, Musselkanaal
Is €215,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €215,000 is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €421,167, but the apartment is also 51% smaller than the average home in the area (65 m² vs 134 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €3,308, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €3,082 per m². So the price is in line with the local market when you account for size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is moderately efficient: it's not the best, but not the worst either. Expect reasonable energy costs, though not as low as an A or B label. The label doesn't tell you exactly what's insulated or how the heating works, just the overall efficiency rating.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is PLUS, just 33 metres away on the same street. Lidl is 325 metres away and Aldi is 361 metres away, both within a five-minute walk. So daily grocery shopping is very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
The nearest primary school is CBS De Lindenborgh, about 587 metres away (a ten-minute walk). St. Antoniusschool and Openbare Basisschool De Musselhorst are both around 897 metres away. For secondary education, the closest school is about 7 km away, so you'd need a bike or car.
How is public transport in the area?
The nearest train station is 20.5 km away, so Musselkanaal is not well connected by rail. For most trips, a car or bicycle is the practical option.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Musselkanaal Centrum has about 3,610 residents, with a mix of ages: many over 65 (1,050) and a good number aged 25-65 (1,760). There are 485 households with children and 650 single-person households. The area feels quiet and residential, with most homes being owner-occupied single-family houses. Reviews are mixed but generally positive about the friendly atmosphere.
Experiences from Musselkanaal Centrum
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I have no contact with anyone in this neighbourhood; the upstairs neighbour ruins everything for interacting with people
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's fine here. Friendly neighbourhood, people don't bother each other. But if something's up, they're there for you.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €421,167 | €339,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,082 | – |
Experiences from Musselkanaal
How residents experience their district
I have no contact with anyone in this neighbourhood; the upstairs neighbour ruins everything for interacting with people
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's fine here. Friendly neighbourhood, people don't bother each other. But if something's up, they're there for you.
Auto-translated to English by AIAfter living here for 12 years as a westerner, I have come to the conclusion that the people here in the farming countryside only live for themselves, don't think of others, do what they want, are totally not social, or have no idea what that means. No friendliness... nothing. The winter months are terrible, dark and gloomy, boring and quiet. There are no holidays, nothing. Going out, nothing. Far too little lighting. I do understand the youth, what is there for them to find here, what is left for them? Nothing. So that image, oh how nice in the countryside, how beautiful, what friendly people... no. Loneliness, and a whole lot of ageing. But luckily the end is almost in sight for us... I'll be glad when I can leave this place behind me. Yes, everything is bad here: healthcare, public transport, lighting, help. No, Stadskanaal is not gold. Clean, yes the streets are, but life and laughter are not, and what happens in the fields... but the streets are clean, yes. How do you say it... Moj Stadskanaal
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Musselkanaal
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €421,167 | €339,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,082 | – |
Experiences from Stadskanaal
How residents experience their municipality
I have no contact with anyone in this neighbourhood; the upstairs neighbour ruins everything for interacting with people
Auto-translated to English by AIIn my neighbourhood we help each other.. a quiet but cosy street.. sometimes some noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live with a view of the ponds, no noise. Forest nearby for lovely walks. Also pleasant walking at the canoe pond for a short round. Plenty of parking space. Schools nearby and supermarket within walking distance. Lots of greenery in the neighbourhood. Neat neighbourhood, safe living, no nuisance. City centre easily accessible by bike or car.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite satisfied
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has deteriorated in recent years
Auto-translated to English by AII've only been living here for six months, but it's really a beautiful neighbourhood. And people look out for each other.
Auto-translated to English by AIHad to run a lot for people
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's fine here. Friendly neighbourhood, people don't bother each other. But if something's up, they're there for you.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Stadskanaal
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €399,285 | €357,523 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,997 | – |
| Rent price | €953 p/m | €953 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €11 p/m | – |
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Marktstraat 81A, Musselkanaal
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