A compact apartment in the heart of Enschede
This apartment on Op de Wal 16 sits right in the middle of Enschede's lively centre, where the streets are always buzzing and everything you need is close by. At €739 per month, the rent is well below the average for the neighbourhood, which makes it a keen option for anyone looking to live centrally. The home is part of the social housing stock, and it's one of the [apartments in Enschede]( /huurwoningen/enschede/appartementen/ ) currently available.
The City neighbourhood
[The City neighbourhood]( /buurt/city-enschede/ ) is a mixed bag, according to the four residents who reviewed it. One resident, who has lived here for over two years, 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, a shopkeeper with 83 years of family history in the centre, is less positive: "It is often made difficult for shopkeepers because of all the rules from the municipality." A third resident, a student, notes: "There is a lot of crime in the neighbourhood, young people walking around with weapons (apparently) and many junkies arguing over money and drugs." The reviews average 6.82 out of 10, so opinions vary.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the SPAR is on your doorstep, just 72 metres away, and there's an AH to go a couple of streets further. The Jumbo and Ekoplaza are also within a five-minute walk, so you won't have to carry heavy bags far. For families, the nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool Het Zeggelt Montessori-School, is a ten-minute walk, and there are several other options nearby. The train station is also just a short stroll, which makes getting around easy. This is all part of [the municipality of Enschede]( /gemeente/enschede/ ), where the centre is compact and well-served.
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About Op de Wal 16, Enschede
Is €739 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €739 is significantly below the average for the neighbourhood, which stands at €1,469 per month. The average price per square metre in the area is €19.50, and this apartment works out at about €14.21 per square metre. Given the central location and the compact size, the rent is on the low side compared with other rentals in the City neighbourhood.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is officially registered as having a high level of energy performance, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient homes. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, just 72 metres from the front door, so you can pop out for bread or milk in a minute. There's also an AH to go about 300 metres away, and a Jumbo and Ekoplaza within about 400 metres. For a full weekly shop, the Albert Heijn is about 480 metres away, so you have plenty of options within a short walk.
What are the schools like nearby?
There are several primary schools within a reasonable walk. The nearest is Openbare Basisschool Het Zeggelt Montessori-School, about 512 metres away, followed by Openbare Basisschool Prinseschool at 606 metres and Openbare Basisschool De Bothoven Freinetbasisschool at 779 metres. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 1.7 kilometres away, which is a bit further but still manageable.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 500 metres from the apartment, which is roughly a seven-minute walk. This makes it easy to get around without a car, whether you're commuting or heading out for the day. The station is well-connected, and the short distance is a real plus for anyone who relies on public transport.
What is the neighbourhood like for residents?
Residents have mixed views. One says the neighbourhood is "friendly and tidy" with everything close by, while another mentions issues with crime and a lack of social cohesion. A third, a long-time shopkeeper, is critical of the changes in the city centre. The average review score is 6.82 out of 10, based on four reviews, so it's a lively area with both positives and drawbacks.
