A social rental apartment in Vredeveld Zuid
This is a social housing apartment on Speenkruidstraat in Vredeveld Zuid, a quiet part of Assen. The home dates from 1968 and had an energy label C, which was a middle-of-the-road label, so heating costs would be moderate. For context, you can compare it with other apartments in Assen. This home has not been online since 14 September 2026.
The Vredeveld Zuid neighbourhood
Vredeveld Zuid is a residential area with a mix of housing, and the figures show a fairly even spread of ages, with a slight tilt towards older residents. About half of the households are single people, and a quarter are families with children. The neighbourhood has a moderate urban feel, with shops and services within easy reach. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture here is based on the statistics. You can read more about the Vredeveld Zuid neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here is straightforward. For groceries, the Albert Heijn and Aldi are both just around the corner, about a five-minute walk away, and a SPAR is a bit further out. For school runs, Kindcentrum Vredeveldschool is a couple of streets away, and there are several other primary schools within a short walk, including Kindcentrum Valkenhorst and Kindcentrum De Regenboog. Secondary education is also close by, with Drenthe College Terra just around the corner. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, which makes getting around easy. The municipality of Assen covers the wider area.
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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 Speenkruidstraat 503, Assen
Was €753 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €753 per month was for a social housing apartment of 99 m², which worked out at a reasonable rate per square metre. In the current market, this is in line with what you would expect for a property of this type and size in Vredeveld Zuid. The energy label C meant moderate energy costs, which was a factor to consider when budgeting.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. It is a standard label for a home of this era.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarkets are the Albert Heijn and Aldi, both about 534 metres away, which is roughly a five-minute walk. There is also a SPAR at about 1.6 kilometres, and an Ekoplaza and Jumbo at around 1.7 kilometres. For daily groceries, the two closest options are very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within easy walking distance. Kindcentrum Vredeveldschool is about 496 metres away, and Kindcentrum Valkenhorst and Kindcentrum De Regenboog are both around 550 metres. For secondary education, Drenthe College Terra is about 541 metres away. This makes the area practical for families with school-age children.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.1 kilometres from the home, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel to other parts of the region without needing a car. The exact distance is measured from the property, so it is a reliable figure for planning your commute.
What is the neighbourhood like demographically?
Vredeveld Zuid has about 2,270 residents, with a fairly balanced age spread. Around 28% are aged 65 or older, while 24% are between 25 and 45. Just over half of households are single people, and about a quarter are families with children. The average household size is 1.8, which reflects the mix of singles and families.
