A spacious apartment in Bolhaar
This rental apartment on Park de Kotten sits in the Bolhaar neighbourhood of Enschede, a quiet, green corner of the city. With 82 m² of living space, it is a generous home, especially when you consider that the average rental in the area comes in at 50 m². The rent of €1,150 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average of €779, but the extra space explains much of that difference. For context, apartments in Enschede vary widely in size and price.
The Bolhaar neighbourhood
Bolhaar is a residential area with a mix of ages, from young families to older residents. One resident describes it as "Top, nothing more", adding "Good, nothing more, safe house", a simple but warm endorsement based on a single review. The neighbourhood has a strong owner-occupied stock, with 81% of homes being owner-occupied, and a good share of households with children. It feels settled and safe, with a community that looks out for each other. The Bolhaar neighbourhood is a place where people tend to stay.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. For groceries, the Lidl is just around the corner, with the Jumbo a couple of streets away. The Albert Heijn and Dirk are both about a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Ariënsschool for special primary education is on your doorstep, while the Kentalis Maatman College and Het Stedelijk Kottenpark secondary school are both within a five-minute walk. The train station is 2.3 km away, a manageable distance for commuters. The municipality of Enschede offers a full range of amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels, including Hofstede & Kamp 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 Park de Kotten 164, Enschede
Is €1,150 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,150 is above the neighbourhood average of €779, but this apartment is also significantly larger than the typical rental in Bolhaar. With 82 m², it offers 64% more space than the average of 50 m². The price per square metre works out to about €14, which is below the neighbourhood average of €15.58 per m², so you are getting more space for a relatively lower rate per square metre.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance category. Label E is on the lower end of the scale, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy efficiency classification.
How big is this apartment?
The apartment has a floor area of 82 m², which is 64% larger than the average rental in the Bolhaar neighbourhood, where the typical rental is 50 m². This makes it a spacious option for a rental in this part of Enschede. The listing does not specify the number of rooms, so the layout is not detailed in the available information.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Bolhaar is a residential area with a mix of households, including families and older residents. One resident gives it a score of 9.13 out of 10, describing it as "Top, nothing more" and noting it is a "safe house". The area has a high rate of owner-occupied homes at 81%, which often contributes to a stable, well-kept environment. It is a quiet, green part of Enschede.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl at 830 metres, which is just around the corner. A Jumbo is at 904 metres, and both an Albert Heijn and a Dirk are at 1,020 metres, about a ten-minute walk. For a wider choice, there are 35 supermarkets within 5 km, so daily shopping is well covered.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within easy walking distance. The Ariënsschool for special primary education is just 129 metres away, and the Kentalis Maatman College for secondary special education is at 276 metres. Het Stedelijk Kottenpark secondary school is at 316 metres, and there are 67 schools within 5 km in total.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.3 km from the apartment. This is a reasonable distance for those who commute by train, though it is not within immediate walking distance. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is stated.
