A compact apartment in the heart of Enschede
This two-room apartment on Op de Wal 26 sits right in the middle of Enschede's lively centre, where the streets are always busy and everything you need is close at hand. At 52 m², it's a compact home that makes the most of its space, and with an energy label B, it's reasonably efficient. The rent of €748 is well below the average for apartments in Enschede, which sits at €1,565, so it's keenly priced for the area.
The City neighbourhood
The City neighbourhood is a mix of old and new, with many new buildings going up for students and first-time buyers. One resident, who has lived here for over two years, says: "The neighbourhood is very friendly and tidy. Everything is very close by, which is super convenient." Another resident, a shopkeeper whose family has been in the centre for 83 years, is less positive: "The inner city has changed a lot! And not for the better. Demolition of beautiful buildings, many empty shop premises." A third resident, a student, notes: "There is a lot of crime in the neighbourhood, young people walking around with weapons and many junkies arguing over money and drugs." Based on four reviews, the average score is 6.82 out of 10, so opinions vary. The area is home to many single-person households, with a high proportion of young adults.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you're just around the corner from a SPAR, and a couple of streets away you'll find an AH to go and a Jumbo. For schools, the nearest primary is Openbare Basisschool Het Zeggelt Montessori-School, a ten-minute walk away, with Openbare Basisschool Prinseschool slightly further. The train station is a five-minute walk, making it easy to get around. The municipality of Enschede offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
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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.
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About Op de Wal 26, Enschede
Is €748 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €748 is well below the average for rentals in the City neighbourhood, which is €1,565. It's also lower than the median of €1,225. Given the compact size of 52 m², the price per square metre works out at about €14.38, which is below the neighbourhood average of €21.44 per m². So it's on the keen side for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label is a formal rating and doesn't say anything specific about the condition of the building, but it's a good sign for efficiency.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, just 72 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. There are also an AH to go at 303 metres and a Jumbo at 307 metres, both just around the corner. For a wider choice, an Ekoplaza is at 409 metres and a full Albert Heijn at 482 metres, so you're well covered for groceries.
What are the schools like nearby?
There are several primary schools within easy reach. The nearest is Openbare Basisschool Het Zeggelt Montessori-School, about 512 metres away, followed by Openbare Basisschool Prinseschool at 606 metres. For secondary education, the nearest is about 1.7 km away. There are also options for special education, like Neon College at 1,087 metres.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 500 metres from the apartment, which is roughly a five-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting or getting around the region. The station is well connected, so you can easily reach other parts of the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like for living?
The City neighbourhood is a mix of opinions. Some residents appreciate the convenience and friendliness, while others mention issues like crime and a lack of social cohesion. The area has a high proportion of young adults and single-person households, and there are many new buildings going up. It's a lively, central spot with everything close by, but it's not for everyone.
