Zwarte Water, Assen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Molenstraat in Assen offers a straightforward living space in a well-established neighbourhood. With 70 m² of floor area and an energy label C, it's a home that balances comfort with manageable running costs. At €225,000, it's the most affordable of the six homes currently for sale in Zwarte Water, and 47% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €424,167, a keen entry point into the local market. For context, apartments in Assen typically command higher prices per square metre.
Zwarte Water is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a mix of residents. Around a third of households are singles, and a quarter are families with children. The area has a strong urban feel, with an address density of 2,418 per km². Most homes here were built between 1945 and 1970, and energy labels are generally decent, over 40% of homes have label C. Incomes are average for the region. The Zwarte Water neighbourhood is a practical, no-frills place to live.
Daily errands are easy: Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and Aldi and Jumbo are a five-minute walk away. For families, Basisschool de Vuurvogel is on your doorstep, and Dr. Nassau College for secondary education is a couple of streets away. A GP is within a five-minute walk, and the train station is 3 km away, a short cycle. The municipality of Assen provides all the usual amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Steenhuis Makelaars Assen.
Details of this home
Molenstraat 280, Assen
Data from Zwarte Water
Data from Zwarte Water
17 within 5 km
41 within 5 km
About Molenstraat 280, Assen
At €225,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Zwarte Water and 47% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €424,167. However, the floor area of 70 m² is 42% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 121 m². The price per square metre works out at about €3,214, which is below the neighbourhood average of €3,493 per m². So it's priced keenly for its size.
The energy label is C, which is average for homes in Zwarte Water, over 40% of homes here have label C. A C label means the home is reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be moderate. You won't face the high bills associated with older, uninsulated homes, but it's not as efficient as a modern A-rated property.
The train station is 3 km from the apartment, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a 35-minute walk.
Basisschool de Vuurvogel is just 198 m away, on your doorstep. Dr. Nassau College for secondary education is 207 m away, also very close. Other primary schools like IKC Maria in Campisschool are within a five-minute walk. So families with school-age children have good options within easy reach.
Poiesz is 415 m away, just around the corner. Aldi is 664 m and Jumbo 877 m, both a five- to ten-minute walk. For a larger shop, AH XL is 951 m away. So daily groceries are very convenient.
Currently, there are 6 homes for sale in Zwarte Water, including this one. The average asking price is €424,167, and the average floor area is 121 m². This apartment is the smallest and cheapest available, making it a distinct option in the local market.
The neighbourhood recorded 49 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an urban area. Specific crime types are not detailed, but it's a typical residential neighbourhood with a mix of residents. As with any area, it's always wise to check local crime maps for the most current information.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Zwarte Water
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