A spacious apartment in a quiet corner of Opende
This rental apartment on Provincialeweg sits in a peaceful part of Opende, a village in the municipality of Westerkwartier. With 103 m² of living space, it is generous for a rental home. The building dates from 1913 but has an A energy label, so it is well insulated. At €1,280 per month, the price was in line with the only other rental in the neighbourhood. For context, that worked out at €12.43 per m², which was typical for the area. See other apartments in Westerkwartier for comparison. This home has not been online since 8 July 2026.
Opende-Oost: a small, family-oriented neighbourhood
The neighbourhood Opende-Oost has about 270 residents, mostly families with children (45% of households) and couples without children (40%). Single-person households are rare at 20%. It is a very quiet area with an address density of just 61 per km², making it one of the least urban places in the Netherlands. Almost all homes are owner-occupied (88%) and 92% are single-family houses, so this apartment stands out. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood. Learn more about the neighbourhood Opende-Oost.
Daily life: bread, school, groceries
For your daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about a five-minute walk away. Two primary schools are within easy reach: Samenlevingsschool de Binding (a couple of streets away) and sws De Groene Borg (also just around the corner). For secondary education, OSG Singelland in Surhuisterveen is about a ten-minute drive. The village has a restaurant and a childcare centre nearby, while a GP and library are a short drive away. The municipality Westerkwartier offers a rural setting with basic amenities close at hand.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via 123Wonen Groningen.
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About Provincialeweg 158E, Opende
Was €1,280 a fair price for this apartment?
Yes, it is in line with the market. The only other rental in Opende-Oost was also €1,280, and the price per m² (€12.43) matched the neighbourhood average. Given the generous floor area and good energy label, it represents reasonable value for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. It is a strong point for a building from 1913.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about 1.6 km away, roughly a five-minute walk. Other supermarkets like Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Lidl and Aldi are within 4 km, so you have plenty of choice for a weekly shop.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, two primary schools are within walking distance: Samenlevingsschool de Binding (1.6 km) and sws De Groene Borg (1.8 km). For secondary education, OSG Singelland in Surhuisterveen is about 3.4 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Opende-Oost is a very quiet, rural neighbourhood with mostly families. It has a low crime rate (2 incidents total) and a strong sense of community. Almost all homes are owner-occupied, so rentals are rare. The area is not urban at all, with plenty of peace and space.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station was 12.4 km away, so this home was not ideal for commuting by rail. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
