A city-centre apartment with a story
This apartment on the Oldenzaalsestraat sits right in the middle of Enschede's city centre, where life is lived at a brisk pace. The home is on the first floor of a building from 2002, and with an energy label A+ it is an efficient place to live. The asking price is €398,000. For a sense of what this price buys you in the wider area, have a look at apartments in Enschede.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a two-floor apartment with three bedrooms and one bathroom, though the BAG registration records a living area of 122 m² while the agent lists 99 m². The home has a front garden of 36 m² facing west, and a parking spot is included. It is fully owned, with roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and heating via a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €255.31.
The City neighbourhood
This is the City neighbourhood, a compact area where almost everything is within walking distance. Residents give it an average score of 6.82, based on four reviews. 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 resident is more critical: "There is a lot of crime in the neighbourhood, young people walking around with weapons (apparently) and many junkies arguing over money and drugs." A third resident notes that "the houses in the centre are old and poorly insulated; you pay an arm and a leg for rent and gas, water, electricity." The neighbourhood has a high share of single-person households, at 75%.
Amenities and transport
Your daily errands are a short stroll away. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, Al Ummah is a five-minute walk, and Openbare Basisschool De Bothoven Freinetbasisschool is a similar distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Khawar and Centrum Apotheek Enschede BV are both just around the corner, and Medisch Spectrum Twente hospital is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at De Klomp and MST/ Van Heekplein are just around the corner, with lines 6 and 1,2,3,4,5,6,505,506 respectively. Enschede train station is a ten-minute walk away.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €388,000, and the asking price is 3% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 37%, from €284,000 to €388,000. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 38 dB Lden and from rail traffic 22 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. The flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Snelder Zijlstra Makelaars.
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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 Oldenzaalsestraat 1-1, Enschede
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €398,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €489,333. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,179, while this home is listed at €4,020 per m² based on the agent's floor area. These figures are provided for context.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a two-floor apartment with three bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the first floor. The BAG registration records a living area of 122 m², while the agent lists 99 m². The home has a front garden of 36 m² facing west, and a parking spot is included.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €388,000. The asking price is 3% above that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 37%, from €284,000 in 2020 to €388,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the risk indications for this address?
The address has a low foundation risk indication, with sandy soil. The flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium in 2050. Noise from road traffic is 38 dB Lden and from rail traffic 22 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, Al Ummah is a five-minute walk, and Openbare Basisschool De Bothoven Freinetbasisschool is a similar distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Khawar and Centrum Apotheek Enschede BV are both just around the corner, and Medisch Spectrum Twente hospital is a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops at De Klomp and MST/ Van Heekplein are just around the corner, with lines 6 and 1,2,3,4,5,6,505,506 respectively. Enschede train station is a ten-minute walk away. This makes the home easily accessible by public transport, as one resident noted.
What do residents say about living in the City neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.82, based on four reviews. 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 resident is more critical, mentioning crime and a lack of social cohesion. A third resident notes that the houses in the centre are old and poorly insulated.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which supports the efficient label.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
Yes, the home has a front garden of 36 m² facing west. This is a private outdoor space attached to the apartment. The garden orientation is west, so it will get afternoon and evening sun. A parking spot is also included with the property.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €255.31. This fee is paid to the homeowners' association, which is responsible for the maintenance of common areas and the building. The fee is a fixed monthly cost that you should factor into your budget.
