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Mekkelholt, Enschede
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Spechtstraat sits in the quiet, green Mekkelholt neighbourhood of Enschede. With an energy label A, it is an efficient home to run, and at €742 per month it is keenly priced compared with the average rent in the area. For context, apartments in Enschede typically go for more.
Mekkelholt is a residential area with a mix of families and older residents, and a high proportion of single-person households. The streets are lined with trees, and there is a park just a short walk away. One resident says: "It's a quiet and friendly place to live." Another adds: "The neighbours are helpful and the area feels safe." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood is appreciated for its calm atmosphere and community spirit. The Mekkelholt neighbourhood is well established, with most homes built in the 1990s.
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn and Dirk are just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away. There are several schools within a short walk, including Basisschool Menkotoren and CBS Anna van Buren, as well as secondary schools like Greijdanus and Het Stedelijk ISK. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, and the city centre is easily reachable by bike. The municipality of Enschede offers a range of amenities, from restaurants to a library, all within easy reach.
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Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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 Spechtstraat 43, Enschede
The asking rent of €742 is well below the average rent of €2,650 for the neighbourhood, making it a keenly priced option. However, this is a social housing rental, so eligibility criteria may apply. The energy label A also means running costs should be relatively low, which adds to the value.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient properties. The label is an official registration and does not necessarily reflect the condition of the building, but it is a good indicator of energy performance.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Dirk, both just 289 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in a couple of minutes. Jumbo is a bit further at 494 metres, and Lidl is 634 metres away. For a wider choice, there are 32 supermarkets within five kilometres.
There are several schools within walking distance. Basisschool Menkotoren is 447 metres away, and CBS Anna van Buren is 466 metres. For secondary education, Greijdanus is 325 metres and Het Stedelijk ISK is 343 metres. There are also special education options like Het Meerik VSO at 446 metres.
The train station is 1.7 kilometres from the apartment, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes it convenient for commuting to other cities.
Mekkelholt is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mix of residents. According to CBS data, 54% of households are single-person, and 25% have children. The area has a park 500 metres away, and there are restaurants and a library within a short distance. Residents describe it as friendly and safe.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €514,000 | €412,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,676 | – |
| Rent price | €2,650 p/m | €2,650 p/m |
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 | €1,438 p/m | €1,370 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 | €435,565 | €391,886 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,448 | – |
| Rent price | €1,280 p/m | €1,233 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
Spechtstraat 43, Enschede
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