Waalstraat 179
Deppenbroek, Enschede
AreaA quiet flat on the ninth floor
This apartment sits on the ninth floor of a portiekflat on the Waalstraat, a quiet road in the Deppenbroek neighbourhood of Enschede. The home was built in 1964 and has a free view from its elevated position. With an asking price of €209,000, the price is in line with the market when compared with the neighbourhood average asking price. For context, the asking price sits 35% below the average asking price of €321,033 for homes in this area, and the home is one of 15 properties currently for sale here. If you are looking at [apartments in Enschede], this one offers a compact layout.
Inside the home
The apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 52 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 m². The home has wall insulation and is heated by block heating. It is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly fee of €205. The setting is described as a quiet road in a residential area with a free view.
Life in Deppenbroek
Deppenbroek is a residential district in the north of Enschede, home to around 4,475 people. Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.05, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Good, nothing more, safe house." Another notes: "It'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." A third resident adds: "In my opinion, it's actually quite a good neighbourhood. Nothing very crazy ever happens." The reviews reflect a mixed but generally positive picture of the area around [the Deppenbroek neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn and Dirk supermarkets are just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. Basisschool Menkotoren is on your doorstep, and Greijdanus secondary school is just around the corner. The BENU pharmacy is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice is a bit further out. Bus line 2 stops at Enschede, Waalstraat on your doorstep, and Enschede station is a ten-minute walk away. The hospital Medisch Spectrum Twente is a bit further afield. All of this sits within [the municipality of Enschede].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €176,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 19% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50%, from €117,000 to €176,000. As for the area around the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 5 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. For climate risks, pluvial flooding and current flood risk are both low, as is current heat stress, though heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Extra Makelaars. The listing has been active since 30 September 2026.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredLayout
Construction
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 Waalstraat 179, Enschede
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €209,000 is 19% above the WOZ value of €176,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 35% below the average asking price of €321,033 for homes in the neighbourhood, and the price per square metre is €4,019 based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 52 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 m². The home is on the ninth floor of a portiekflat and has a free view. It is heated by block heating and has wall insulation.
What is the monthly homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €205. This is stated in the listing. The apartment is part of a homeowners' association, which typically covers shared costs for the building. The fee is a fixed monthly amount that you would pay on top of the mortgage and other living costs.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil type is sand, and the home was built in 1964. This is an area-level indication based on public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home. The indication helps give a general picture of the risk in the area around the address.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 5 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard, based on 2023 data. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The Albert Heijn and Dirk supermarkets are both just around the corner, about 276 metres away. A Jumbo is about 996 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are also a Lidl and a SPAR within about 1.4 kilometres. In total, there are 31 supermarkets within five kilometres of the address.
Which schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Menkotoren is on your doorstep at about 220 metres, and Greijdanus secondary school is just around the corner at about 296 metres. There are also several other schools within walking distance, including Het Meerik VSO and Het Stedelijk ISK. In total, there are 58 schools within five kilometres of the address.
How is the public transport from this address?
Bus line 2 stops at Enschede, Waalstraat on your doorstep at about 54 metres. The same line also stops at Enschede, Wkc Deppenbroek and Enschede, Berkelstraat, both within about 250 metres. Enschede train station is about 2.1 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk or a short bus ride.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.05, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Good, nothing more, safe house." Another notes the neighbourhood is tidy but mentions some issues with enforcement and dog poo. A third resident says it is "quite a good neighbourhood" where nothing very crazy happens. These reviews describe the district, not specifically the Deppenbroek neighbourhood.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 50% between 2020 and 2025, from €117,000 to €176,000. The value increased steadily each year, with the largest jump between 2024 and 2025, from €150,000 to €176,000. The current WOZ value of €176,000 is based on the reference date of 1 January 2025.
