A rental home on Mooienhof
This listing on Mooienhof in Enschede is a rental home in the heart of the city. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,435 per month, the rent sits 16% above the neighbourhood average of €1,235, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, you can compare it with other rental homes in Enschede.
The City neighbourhood
The City neighbourhood is a compact, busy part of Enschede with a young population, mostly students and people in their twenties and thirties. Around 75% of households are single-person, and only 7% have children, so the vibe is very much city living rather than family suburb. Based on four reviews, residents are split. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is very friendly and tidy. Many new buildings are being built for students and first-time buyers! Everything is very close by, which is super convenient." Another is more critical: "There are a lot of junkies, people really live for themselves and there is no social cohesion." A third, a long-time shopkeeper, laments the decline of independent retail: "No more appreciation for a decent butcher, fish or fruit shop."
Life on the street
Daily life here is about convenience. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away, so groceries are never far. For school runs, Al Ummah primary school is just around the corner, and the Freinet school De Bothoven is a five-minute walk. The train station is a five-minute walk too, which makes getting around easy. The city park offers a bit of green among the streets, and the wider area falls under the municipality of Enschede.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Twents Vast and Direct Wonen. The agent has not published full specifications for the property.
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About Mooienhof, Enschede
Why is the rent higher than the neighbourhood average?
At €1,435 per month, this listing is 16% above the average rent of €1,235 in the City neighbourhood. The median rent in the area is €1,208, and available rentals range from €1,050 to €1,475. So this home sits at the upper end of what is currently on offer in the neighbourhood.
How quickly do rental homes in this neighbourhood go?
Rental homes in the City neighbourhood are let on average within 19 days. That gives a sense of how active the market is here. With only four rentals currently available in the area, options are limited at the moment.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The City neighbourhood is densely populated and young, with 75% single-person households and 41% of residents aged 25 to 45. Reviews are mixed: some residents praise the convenience and tidiness, while others mention social issues and a lack of cohesion. It is a lively, urban environment rather than a quiet residential one.
What amenities are close by?
An Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo about 500 metres away and an Ekoplaza around 600 metres. Primary schools are within walking distance, including Al Ummah at 425 metres and De Bothoven at 625 metres. The train station is 500 metres away, and a GP practice is 600 metres from the street.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Twents Vast has published only the street and price on the listing channels.
Is the train station within walking distance?
Yes, the train station is 500 metres from Mooienhof, which is about a five-minute walk. That makes it straightforward to travel to other cities without needing a car. The neighbourhood is also well served by shops and schools within a short walk.
