Vesting, Lochem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Molenstraat 1C sits in the historic Vesting neighbourhood, where the streets are lined with characterful buildings from the 1930s. With 67 m² of living space and an energy label B, it's a compact but efficient home. The asking price of €279,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €335,800, making it the most affordable of the five apartments currently for sale in Vesting. For context, apartments in Lochem have a wide price range, so this one is keenly priced.
Vesting is a small, close-knit neighbourhood with around 820 residents, many of whom live alone (315 single-person households). It's a quiet area with a mix of ages, though a notable share of residents are 65 or older. The housing stock is predominantly pre-war, with 86% built before 1945, and half of the homes have an energy label B. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the atmosphere is one of a peaceful, established community. The Vesting neighbourhood is known for its historic charm.
Daily life here is wonderfully convenient. For your morning bread and groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Lidl is also within a five-minute walk. For families, two primary schools, Prins Hendrik Daltonschool and Meester G. Propschool, are both a short walk away. A GP practice is also on your doorstep. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the historic centre of Lochem with its restaurants is just 100 m away. The municipality of Lochem offers a pleasant mix of urban amenities and green surroundings.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Beltman Makelaars and Beltman Makelaars.
Details of this home
Molenstraat 1C, Lochem
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About Molenstraat 1C, Lochem
The asking price of €279,000 is 17% below the average asking price in Vesting (€335,800) and is the lowest among the five apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood. Given that the average sold price in the area is €326,176, this apartment is priced keenly, especially considering its energy label B and central location.
The apartment has an energy label B, which is very efficient. In Vesting, half of the homes have label B, so this is in line with the neighbourhood. A B label means lower heating costs compared to older, less efficient homes, though exact costs depend on usage.
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting or day trips without needing a car.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Jumbo at 160 m, Albert Heijn at 228 m, and Lidl at 234 m. For a wider selection, Aldi is 586 m away and PLUS is 779 m. Daily shopping is very easy.
Yes, two primary schools are within a short walk: Prins Hendrik Daltonschool and Meester G. Propschool, both at 315 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.5 km away, so a bike or bus may be needed.
Vesting is a quiet, historic neighbourhood with mostly pre-war buildings. It has a small population of 820, with many single-person households and a significant number of residents aged 65 and over. The area is peaceful and well-maintained, with a low crime rate (36 total incidents).
At 67 m², this apartment is 32% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 98 m². However, the price per square metre is competitive given the central location and energy efficiency.
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