Galgenveld, Assen
NeighbourhoodThis one-bedroom apartment on Noordersingel is a smart choice for anyone who wants a low-energy home in the middle of the city. At 45 m² it's compact, but the A+++ label means heating costs are minimal. The rent of €953 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €10.64 per m², but the energy efficiency helps balance the monthly outlay. For context, apartments in Assen vary widely in size and price.
Galgenveld is a dense, urban area right next to the city centre. With 2,823 addresses per km², it's a very strong urban setting. The population is diverse: lots of singles (420 one-person households) and a mix of ages, from students to retirees. There are no resident reviews available, but the figures show a neighbourhood with a young, active feel. The Galgenveld neighbourhood is known for its proximity to shops and nightlife.
Your morning coffee is just 42 metres away at the SPAR, and for organic groceries Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Dirk and AH XL are within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools include Kindcentrum Emmaschool and Basisschool De Cirkel, while Gomarus College Assen covers secondary education. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants and bars are on your doorstep. The municipality of Assen offers a compact, walkable urban experience.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Lamberink and Lamberink Makelaars & Adviseurs.
Details of this home
Noordersingel 23A, Assen
Data from Galgenveld
Data from Galgenveld
17 within 5 km
40 within 5 km
About Noordersingel 23A, Assen
At €953 for 45 m², the price per m² is about €21.18, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €10.64 per m². However, the A+++ energy label means very low utility costs, so the total monthly outlay may be competitive. The apartment is also in a prime central location, which typically commands a premium.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or similar modern system. Heating and electricity costs will be very low compared to older homes.
The SPAR is just 42 metres away, literally on your doorstep. For more choice, Ekoplaza is 320 metres, Dirk 411 metres, and AH XL 462 metres, all within a five- to ten-minute walk.
Primary schools include Kindcentrum Emmaschool (660 m) and Basisschool De Cirkel (680 m). For secondary education, Gomarus College Assen is 678 metres away. There are also several other schools within a kilometre.
Assen train station is 1.8 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. The station connects to Groningen, Zwolle and other cities.
The CBS recorded 138 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a per-capita comparison it's hard to judge. The area is central and busy, which often means more petty crime but also more eyes on the street.
With an address density of 2,823 per km², Galgenveld is classified as very strongly urban (level 1). You'll have shops, restaurants and services within walking distance, but also more noise and activity.
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