A compact apartment in the heart of Assen
This rental apartment on Mercuriusplein sits in the middle of Assen, a short walk from the daily bustle of the centre. With 53 m² of living space, it is a compact home that works well for a single person or a couple. The building dates from 1968 and carries an energy label C. At €857 per month, the rent sits well below the average for apartments in Assen, which makes it a keen option in the current market.
The Koopmanskwartier neighbourhood
The Koopmanskwartier neighbourhood is a lively part of Assen with a strong urban feel. Most households here are single people, and the age mix leans towards residents over 65, alongside a younger group in their late twenties and thirties. The area has a high density of addresses, so there is always something going on. With no resident reviews available, the picture here is drawn from the figures alone.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from this spot. The Dirk and AH XL supermarkets are both just around the corner, with Ekoplaza a couple of streets away for organic groceries. For families, several primary schools are within a five-minute walk, including Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen and Basisschool De Cirkel. Secondary education is also close by, with Gomarus College Assen about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a short stroll, which makes getting out of town straightforward. The municipality of Assen keeps the centre well connected and the streets well maintained.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Steenhuis Makelaars Assen.
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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 Mercuriusplein 5, Assen
Is €857 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €857 per month, this apartment is priced well below the average rent in the Koopmanskwartier, which stands at €2,496. The average rent per square metre in the neighbourhood is €54.95, and this home works out at about €16 per m². Given the compact size and central location, the rent is on the low side compared with what is typically asked in the area.
How big is this apartment?
The apartment has a floor area of 53 m². That is 27% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 73 m², so it is a compact living space. The layout is not described in the listing, but the size suits a single person or a couple looking for a manageable home in the centre of Assen.
What does the energy label C mean for this home?
Energy label C is an official registration that indicates the home's energy performance. It is a mid-range label, meaning the home is neither the most efficient nor the least efficient on the scale. The label is registered in the national EP-Online database, but it does not say anything specific about the condition of the building or its installations.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Dirk and AH XL supermarkets are both within 300 metres of the front door, so daily shopping is a quick walk. Ekoplaza is about 400 metres away, and a SPAR is roughly 436 metres. For a wider choice, there are 17 supermarkets within five kilometres, including a Jumbo at about 805 metres.
What schools are nearby?
Several primary schools are within a short walk. Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen is about 448 metres away, Basisschool De Cirkel is at 453 metres, and Kindcentrum Emmaschool is at 459 metres. For secondary education, Gomarus College Assen is about 643 metres from the apartment, so school runs are manageable on foot or by bike.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.4 kilometres from the apartment. That is a walk of roughly 15 to 20 minutes, or a short bike ride. The station connects Assen with the wider region, which is handy for commuting or day trips.
What kind of neighbourhood is Koopmanskwartier?
Koopmanskwartier is a dense, urban neighbourhood in the centre of Assen. Around 70% of households are single people, and the largest age group is residents over 65, making up 37% of the population. There are also younger residents in their late twenties and thirties. The mix gives the area a varied, lively character.
