A calm spot on the edge of Westerpark
This apartment sits on the third floor of a modern portiekflat, built in 2020, right where the neighbourhood meets the trees and water. The setting is quiet, with a free view over the greenery, and the park is just around the corner. With a last known asking price of €490,000, this home was priced on the high side compared to other apartments in Assen, especially given its size. This home has not been online since 16 September 2026.
Inside the home
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area was 86 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout, plus a heat recovery ventilation system. It came with a balcony, full ownership, and a monthly HOA fee of €190.57.
Life in Westerpark
Westerpark is a small, quiet corner of Assen, home to just over 550 people. Nearly half of the residents are 65 or older, and most homes are owner-occupied. Across the municipality, residents give their living experience an average of 7.67 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park, but overall it's always fine." Another notes: "There's nothing in this neighbourhood. Everything is gone. Have to go to other districts for activities." The reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood. For a closer look at what the Westerpark neighbourhood offers, the data shows a peaceful, older community.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, with a Jumbo and Ekoplaza a bit further out. For school, Kindcentrum Het Octaaf is a five-minute walk away, and the Vincent van Gogh Lyceum is similarly close. The nearest GP practice is Huisartsenpraktijk Kloosterveen, about a ten-minute walk, with Apotheek Themmen nearby. The bus stop at Witterstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 8, 20, 84, 109, 409, 410 and 428, and Assen train station is a short ride away. The Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis hospital is also within reach, all part of the municipality of Assen.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value was available for this property, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 55 dB Lden, while rail and air traffic noise remain below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while current flood risk and heat stress are low, though heat stress is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including KIEN Wijkmakelaar Kloosterveen and their listing on 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Nicolaas Beetslaan 1B12, Assen
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price was €490,000. Based on the agent's listed living area of 86 square metres, that worked out to €5,698 per square metre. This was a significant price for a two-room apartment in Assen, and it sat on the high side compared to other apartments in the municipality.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom. It is spread over a single floor, on the third storey of the building. The living area is 86 square metres, and the volume is 279 cubic metres. There is also a balcony.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No, the WOZ value is not stated for this property. As a result, there was no comparison between the asking price and the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level data shows road traffic noise at 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 19 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 20 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public risk data, not an inspection of the specific building. The apartment was built in 2020, which is a fact about its age rather than a statement about its condition.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The climate risk data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while the current flood risk is low and expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is projected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, just around the corner at about 447 metres. A Jumbo is about 1.7 kilometres away, and an Ekoplaza is at roughly the same distance. There are 18 supermarkets within five kilometres, so there is plenty of choice for groceries.
What schools are near this home?
Kindcentrum Het Octaaf, a primary school, is about 452 metres away, a five-minute walk. The Christelijk Scholengemeenschap Vincent van Gogh Lyceum, a secondary school, is at 436 metres. There are also several other primary and special education schools within 500 metres, and 41 schools in total within five kilometres.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The bus stop at Assen, Witterstraat is on your doorstep at about 112 metres, served by lines 8, 20, 84, 109, 409, 410 and 428. Another stop, Assen, Salland, is about 325 metres away with line 8. The nearest train station is Assen, at about 2.35 kilometres.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Assen give their living experience an average of 7.67 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park. Another says there is little to do locally and that they have to go to other districts for activities. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home is described as fully insulated, with underfloor heating throughout and a heat recovery ventilation system. The label reflected the energy performance class, and the insulation details come from the agent's listing.
Is there a balcony or outdoor space?
Yes, the apartment had a balcony, as stated in the agent's features. The home is located on the third floor and has a free view over the surrounding greenery and water. The setting is described as being at the edge of the forest, near a park, along a quiet road, and by the water.
