Vaart Z.Z. 95B
Oude Gasfabriek, Assen
AreaA canal-side apartment in Assen
This apartment on Vaart Z.Z. sits along the water in Assen, a setting that gives the home a calm, open feel. The building dates from 1830, so there is plenty of character in the bones of the place. With 50 m² of living space, it is a compact home that works well for a single person or a couple. The rent of €1,094 per month is in line with what you would expect for a furnished apartment of this size in the area. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Assen.
The Oude Gasfabriek neighbourhood
This is a small neighbourhood, home to just over 200 people, and it has a distinctly residential character. Most households are single people, though there is also a mix of families and couples without children. The age spread leans towards the 45 to 65 bracket, giving the streets a settled, quiet atmosphere. It is a pocket of the city where you are likely to know your neighbours by name. The housing stock is almost entirely owner-occupied, which adds to the stability of the area. For more context on the area, have a look at the Oude Gasfabriek neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from here. For groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Dirk a couple of streets away, and an AH XL about a ten-minute walk. For families, Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum Emmaschool is a little further along. Secondary schooling is also within reach, with the Vincent van Gogh school about a ten-minute walk. The train station is roughly a 20-minute walk, which is handy for commuting. The wider area falls under the municipality of Assen, which covers all the local services and amenities.
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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 Vaart Z.Z. 95B, Assen
Is €1,094 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,094 per month is in line with what you would expect for a 50 m² apartment in this part of Assen. The property is from 1830, which gives it character, and it sits along the canal. There are no other comparable rentals currently listed in the neighbourhood, so the price reflects the specific features of this home rather than a wider market trend.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration recorded in the national energy database. It indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency. You can expect reasonable heating costs, though not as low as you would find with a more efficient label. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
Ekoplaza is about 800 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Jumbo and Dirk are slightly further, at around 850 metres, and an AH XL is about 860 metres from the apartment. For a smaller option, there is also a SPAR about a kilometre away. Daily grocery shopping is easily done on foot.
What schools are nearby?
Kindcentrum Theo Thijssen is the closest primary school, about 280 metres away, which is a short walk. Kindcentrum Emmaschool is around 490 metres, and Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas is about 620 metres. For secondary education, the Vincent van Gogh school is roughly 720 metres from the apartment.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 1.9 kilometres from the apartment. That is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. It is a practical distance for anyone who commutes by train, and the station connects to the wider regional network.
What kind of neighbourhood is Oude Gasfabriek?
Oude Gasfabriek is a small neighbourhood with around 235 residents. It is mostly made up of single-person households, though there are also families and couples without children. The age profile leans towards the 45 to 65 bracket, giving the area a settled feel. Almost all the homes are owner-occupied, which contributes to a stable community atmosphere.
