A quiet spot in Vredeveld Noord
This first-floor portiekflat sits on a quiet road in Vredeveld Noord, a residential part of Assen-Oost. The apartment has an open view and is close to the centre, so daily life is easy to organise on foot. With a last known price of €200,000, the asking price sat 34% below the neighbourhood average of €304,786, which put it on the low side for the area. For context, [apartments in Assen] vary widely in price, and this one was at the more accessible end. This home has not been online since 16 October 2026.
Inside the apartment
Built in 1980, this apartment covers one floor with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 49 m². It has a balcony, double glazing and block heating, and it is sold as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee was €322.27. The energy label was C, which meant moderate energy costs were to be expected.
Life in Vredeveld Noord
Vredeveld Noord is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,870 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents across the municipality of Assen give their living environment an average score of 7.67, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park, but overall it's always fine and not much else happens in the area." Another notes: "There's nothing in this neighbourhood. Everything is gone. Have to go to other districts for activities." The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, so it is worth reading them in full. [The Vredeveld Noord neighbourhood] has its own character within Assen-Oost.
Amenities and transport
Groceries are a couple of streets away, with Jumbo and SPAR. For primary education, Vrije School Assen is a ten-minute walk, and Kindcentrum De Regenboog is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Overcingel and Apotheek Stationsstraat are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Rembrandtlaan and Station are close by, with lines 21 and 24, among others. Assen train station is a five-minute walk, and the Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis is about a ten-minute walk further. [The municipality of Assen] offers these facilities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €188,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 6% above that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed according to municipal records. At the address level, road traffic noise is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via Steenhuis Makelaars Assen.
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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.
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About Steendijk 89, Assen
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was €188,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €200,000 was 6% above that value. This meant the asking price was somewhat higher than the municipal valuation, which was a factual comparison rather than a judgement. The WOZ value was set by the municipality and reflected the value on the reference date, not necessarily the current market price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is a portiekflat on the fourth living floor, with a balcony. The living area was listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 49 m². The volume is 155 m³. It has double glazing and block heating, and it is sold as full ownership.
What is the monthly homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee was €322.27. This was a fixed amount that went towards the shared costs of the building, such as maintenance of common areas. The fee was stated in the listing, and it was part of the ongoing costs of owning this apartment. It was not included in the asking price.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication at this address is low, with sandy soil. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type and risk level are provided by the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. No further details about the foundation condition were stated in the listing.
How noisy is the area around this apartment?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 41 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements inside the home. The noise levels reflect the surrounding environment.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
Jumbo is the nearest supermarket at 482 m, with SPAR at 750 m and Albert Heijn and Aldi both at 772 m. For primary education, Vrije School Assen is at 611 m and Kindcentrum De Regenboog at 693 m. These are within a short walk, making daily errands and school runs straightforward from this location.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
Assen train station is 417 m away, which is about a five-minute walk. The nearest bus stop, Assen, Rembrandtlaan, is at 293 m with lines 21 and 24. The main bus station at Assen, Station is at 463 m with many more lines. This makes public transport easily accessible from the apartment.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Assen give their living environment an average score of 7.67, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is cosy but can be noisy in the evening in the adjacent park. Another says there is nothing in the neighbourhood and that activities require going to other districts. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically Vredeveld Noord.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This was a mid-range label, so energy costs were likely to be moderate. The label is based on the building's characteristics and does not say anything about the condition of the construction. The listing also mentioned double glazing, which was a separate fact about the home.
Is there a balcony and what is the view like?
Yes, the apartment has a balcony. The listing described the setting as on a quiet road, in the centre and with an open view. The apartment is on the fourth living floor, which likely contributes to the open outlook. No further details about the balcony size or orientation were stated in the listing.
