Bolhaar, Enschede
This apartment on Park de Kotten 168 sits in the Bolhaar neighbourhood of Enschede, a quiet spot on a peaceful road with a sheltered position and an open view. The home dates from 1964 and carries an energy label C. With a price of €280,000, the asking price is 32% below the average asking price of €413,636 for homes in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. For context, the median asking price in Bolhaar is also €280,000, and the average price per square metre is €3,628. If you are looking at apartments in Enschede, this one stands out for its price.
This three-room apartment has one bedroom, one bathroom and a single floor, with a living area of 81 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². The home is on the fourth floor and comes with a balcony. It is fully owned, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, double glazing and wall insulation, plus a central heating boiler and an open fireplace. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €170.
Bolhaar is a neighbourhood where residents of the district give an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Top, nothing more" and adds "safe house". Another resident notes: "It's a tidy neighbourhood but there are a few people who pick fights and have constant issues with the enforcement, which puts the neighbourhood in a bad light. Other than that, it's not extremely clean because there's a lot of dog poo." A third resident comments: "In my opinion, it's actually quite a good neighbourhood. Nothing very crazy ever happens, except for some neighbours who can be weird and very annoying." The neighbourhood has about 1,785 inhabitants, and 80% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Bolhaar neighbourhood.
For daily errands, a Lidl is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, the Ariënsschool, is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Kottenpark secondary school is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk van Tienen is a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Enschede Noord is about a ten-minute walk. Bus line 60 stops at Enschede, Bachlaan, a five-minute walk away, and line 2 at Enschede, Dr. J. van Damstraat, also a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Enschede, about 1.6 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Enschede.
The WOZ value for this home is €259,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €168,000 to €259,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 38 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard, and from rail traffic it is 25 dB Lden, also not above the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data, and the soil type is sand. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, 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.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Prisma Era Makelaars Hengelo.
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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.
About Park de Kotten 168, Enschede
The asking price of €280,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €259,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price also sits 32% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €413,636, and matches the median asking price of €280,000.
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and is on a single floor. The living area is 81 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². It is on the fourth floor and has a balcony. The home is fully owned, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €170.
The energy label is C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which can help with energy use. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as these depend on usage and energy prices.
The noise level from road traffic is 38 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard, and from rail traffic it is 25 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These figures come from area-level data and are not a measurement inside the home. So the location is generally quiet in terms of traffic noise, but individual experiences may vary.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, based on area-level data. The soil type is sand, which is generally stable. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1964, but the risk level is based on broader data, not on the condition of this particular building.
According to area-level data, pluvial flooding risk is low, flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium in 2050. These are indications for the area, not a detailed assessment of this home. The medium heat stress in 2050 suggests that the area may experience more heat in the future, but this is a general trend.
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl at 830 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. A Jumbo is at 904 metres, and an Albert Heijn is at 1,020 metres. There are also a Dirk and an Aldi within about 1.1 km. So you have several options for groceries within a short walk or bike ride.
The nearest school is the Ariënsschool, a special primary school, at 129 metres, which is on your doorstep. The Stedelijk Kottenpark secondary school is at 316 metres, a couple of streets away. There are also other special education schools nearby, such as Kentalis Maatman College at 276 metres. So there are several educational options within walking distance.
The nearest bus stop is Enschede, Bachlaan, at 406 metres, served by line 60. Another stop, Enschede, Bolhaarslaan, is at 501 metres, also line 60. There is also a stop at Enschede, Dr. J. van Damstraat at 554 metres, served by line 2. The nearest train station is Enschede, at about 1.6 km, which you can reach by bus or bike.
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Top, nothing more" and mentions a "safe house". Another resident notes that it is a tidy neighbourhood but mentions some issues with dog poo and a few people who cause trouble. A third resident says it is "quite a good neighbourhood" with little happening, though some neighbours can be annoying.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Good, nothing more, safe house
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €413,636 | €280,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,628 | – |
How residents experience their district
Good, nothing more, safe house
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a tidy neighbourhood but there are a few people who pick fights and have constant issues with the enforcement, which puts the neighbourhood in a bad light. Other than that, it's not extremely clean because there's a lot of dog poo.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn my opinion, it's actually quite a good neighbourhood. Nothing very crazy ever happens, except for some neighbours who can be weird and very annoying. Personally, I live close to the service centre north and the fire station, so the GP out-of-hours service and, for safety, the fire brigade are nice and close. I also have little trouble from the fire brigade.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything that happens with a nuisance is discussed, such as making music with speakers and how you can work together to find a solution.
Auto-translated to English by AIThat some people keep an eye on you when you have visitors or when you get help with certain things
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is really nice, there are some options nearby for transportation. Maybe the trash is an issue sometimes.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €417,373 | €366,127 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,519 | – |
| Rent price | €1,512 p/m | €1,435 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Good, nothing more, safe house
Auto-translated to English by AINice, neat and quiet neighbourhood. Lots of greenery, few high-rise buildings, which I really like. We ourselves live in an apartment where we feel at home. The neighbours in our apartment are all older Enschede residents and Glanerbrug residents. Nice complex to live in. The view from our apartment is beautiful, lots of greenery, and you can easily walk into the countryside. However, the shops, apart from a few, are further away. I personally find that a disadvantage. You really need transport if you want to go somewhere. Not everyone can cycle or has a car. I feel safe here; in the 6 years I've lived here, I personally haven't experienced anything that could give an unsafe feeling. You also don't see groups of young people hanging around here.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a tidy neighbourhood but there are a few people who pick fights and have constant issues with the enforcement, which puts the neighbourhood in a bad light. Other than that, it's not extremely clean because there's a lot of dog poo.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are many problem youths in this neighbourhood. Probably because of people with lower incomes.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice living in this neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIt used to be nice and cosy. Now all kinds of people move in whom you still don't know after 2 years. Few amenities, nothing to do here. Nature is being destroyed by rich stickers who want to build a house.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's not a nice neighbourhood to live in, junkies are on every corner and everything gets stolen.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice neighbourhood with plenty of amenities, there are many different family compositions and the residents are approachable and pleasant to interact with. However, in my immediate vicinity there is crime such as theft (bicycles/scooters/items) and (car) break-ins. It's a fairly green neighbourhood close to Volkspark, which is of course pleasant, but it could also use some improvement in aesthetics. In my immediate area, street hygiene could certainly be improved, especially the amount of litter on the streets. Overall, the neighbourhood is easily accessible, but to get to places more central in the district you usually have to take a detour.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €436,829 | €392,552 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,453 | – |
| Rent price | €1,290 p/m | €1,240 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
Park de Kotten 168, Enschede
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