A quiet flat in the Oude Molenbuurt
This first-floor apartment on Nobellaan sits in a leafy part of Assen, with the canal and plenty of greenery nearby. At €239,000 it was the cheapest of the eight homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood and 33% below the average last known asking price of €355,188, a keen entry point into the local market. For context, the floor area of 66 m² was 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average, which partly explained the price. If you are looking at apartments in Assen, this is one to consider. This home has not been online since 24 July 2026.
Oude Molenbuurt
One resident describes the neighbourhood Oude Molenbuurt as "quiet but distant", noting that "a lot has been renovated and it's now an excellent neighbourhood". They mention that there is little police presence and dealers are around regularly, but add that "they don't necessarily cause trouble". The neighbourhood scores an 8 out of 10 based on that single review. CBS figures show a high proportion of one-person households (665 out of 1,775 residents) and a large share of residents aged 65 or older (645). The area is very urban, with an address density of 2,926 per km².
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you have an AH XL just around the corner, a Dirk a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby: Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas is a couple of minutes' walk, and Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen is also close. Secondary schools are a bit further, with Vincent van Gogh VWO/Havo/Mavo about a ten-minute walk. The city centre is about 100 metres away, so you can walk to restaurants and the library in no time. The municipality Assen offers good amenities within easy reach.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Steenhuis Makelaars Assen.
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About Nobellaan 48, Assen
Was €239,000 a fair price for this apartment?
At €239,000, this was the cheapest home at the time for sale in Oude Molenbuurt and 33% below the average asking price of €355,188. However, the floor area of 66 m² was 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 102 m², so the price per square metre was actually in line with the market. Whether it is fair depends on how much space you need.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oude Molenbuurt is a very urban area with a high address density. One resident calls it "quiet but distant" and says it is an excellent neighbourhood after renovations, though they note some dealers and poor contact with neighbours. There is a lot of greenery and the canal is nearby. The city centre is about 100 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.6 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: an AH XL is about 400 metres away, a Dirk is 416 metres, and a Jumbo is 490 metres. An Ekoplaza and a SPAR are also within about 700 metres.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools include Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas (191 m) and Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen (301 m). For secondary education, Vincent van Gogh VWO/Havo/Mavo is 619 m away and Gomarus College Assen is 665 m. Note that most local schools are Christian; the nearest public school requires a longer cycle.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for an older building. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as economical as a modern A-label property.
Is there outdoor space?
The listing did not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space.
