Stofakkers 32
Ruinen, De Wolden
AreaA quiet corner in Ruinen
Tucked away on a quiet road in a residential area, this end-of-terrace house on Stofakkers 32 sits in the village of Ruinen, part of the municipality of De Wolden. The home dates from 1970 and carries an energy label C. With a price of €375,000, the asking price sits 20% above the WOZ value, which puts it on the high side compared with end-of-terrace houses in De Wolden.
The home itself
According to the agent, the house offers six rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 471 m³. The living area is listed at 111 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 106 m²; the plot measures 270 m² in both. The property has a front, side and rear garden, with the rear garden facing southwest and accessible via the back alley. It is sold as full ownership. The agent notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, with double glazing for the most part, and heating via a central heating boiler.
Life in Ruinen
Ruinen is a village where a third of residents are 65 or older, and most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses. Across the municipality of De Wolden, residents give an average score of 8.96 based on seven reviews. One resident who has lived in Zuidwolde for 72 years says: "cosy, one chats with the neighbours." Another adds: "The neighbours are friendly." A third review, however, is sharply critical, describing experiences of racism and bullying in the village. The reviews cover the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, so they paint a mixed picture of the area as a whole. The municipality of De Wolden encompasses several villages, each with its own character.
Amenities and transport
The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Ruinen is a ten-minute walk away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 11 km away, while primary schools are within a couple of streets. The bus stop Ruinen, Centrum is on your doorstep, served by lines 32 and 432. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek de Weide, is in Hoogeveen, as is the train station and Ziekenhuis Bethesda hospital.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was set at €312,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 20% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 78%, from €175,000 to €312,000. Road traffic noise is measured at 46 dB Lden, which stays below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Volkerts Makelaardij on Funda.
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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 Stofakkers 32, Ruinen (Gem. De Wolden)
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 20% above the WOZ value of €312,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 78%, from €175,000 to €312,000.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
The agent describes a home with six rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom across two floors, with a volume of 471 m³. The living area is listed at 111 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 106 m². The plot measures 270 m². There is a front, side and rear garden, with the rear garden facing southwest.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home carries energy label C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so heating and electricity costs will be in the mid-range compared to more efficient homes. The agent notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, with double glazing for the most part, and heating via a central heating boiler.
What are the flood and foundation risks for this address?
The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is about 150 metres away, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Ruinen is roughly 670 metres from the home. The nearest primary school is around 5.9 km away, while secondary education is about 11 km away. The pharmacy, hospital and train station are all in Hoogeveen, about 8 km away.
What is public transport like from this home?
The bus stop Ruinen, Centrum is about 200 metres away, served by lines 32 and 432. Two other stops, Ruinen, De Stobbe and Ruinen, Benderseweg, are within a short walk. The nearest train station is Hoogeveen, about 8.5 km away.
What do residents say about living in the area?
Across the municipality of De Wolden, residents give an average score of 8.96 based on seven reviews. One resident says: "cosy, one chats with the neighbours." Another adds: "The neighbours are friendly." A third review is sharply critical, describing experiences of racism and bullying. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
How has the property value developed over recent years?
The WOZ value has risen from €175,000 in 2020 to €312,000 in 2025, an increase of 78% over five years. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the municipal valuation, which is used for tax purposes rather than as a direct market indicator.
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