A grand home on the Brink
This detached house sits right on the Brink, the heart of Gieten, a village that feels both lively and settled. With its 1900 origins and six floors, it is a property with real presence. The asking price of €1,145,000 is 101% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €570,733, and it is the most expensive of the 15 homes currently for sale in this part of Gieten. For context, detached houses in Aa en Hunze typically come with a different price tag.
Inside the house
According to the agent, this home has 16 rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 6 floors. The living area is listed as 586 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 753 m². The plot measures 1,957 m². There is a garden around the house with a sun terrace, a balcony, and a detached wooden garage. The property is fully owned. The agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler, a wood stove and partial underfloor heating. The energy label is C.
Life in Gieten
Gieten is a village where most people know each other, and the reviews reflect that mix of warmth and friction. Across the municipality of Aa en Hunze, residents give an average score of 7.6, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Nice quiet neighbourhood. Clean and well-maintained. All amenities within cycling distance such as shops and schools." Another resident describes a different side: "I think safety in Gieten is very poor, many young people are very antisocial." A third resident offers a balanced view: "Quiet neighbourhood, fine place to live... There is social control, but not in an annoying way." The village has around 4,780 inhabitants, and a third of households are single-person. The Gieten neighbourhood clearly has its own character.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. For schools, Dr. Nassau College location Aa en Hunze is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum De Marke is a ten-minute walk. The GP, Huisartspraktijk Mantingh, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Oostermoer BV, are both just around the corner. Bus stops at the Brink and at the Gemeentehuis are a couple of streets away, served by lines 59 and 77. The nearest train station is in Assen, about 13 km away. The municipality of Aa en Hunze offers a mix of village life and access to larger towns.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data from Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF and Klimaateffectatlas gives an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil. For pluvial flooding, the indication is medium, while the current flood risk is low and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low, but the indication for 2050 is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Wildveen.
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About Brink 21, Gieten
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Gieten?
The asking price of €1,145,000 is 101% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €570,733. It is the most expensive of the 15 homes currently for sale in this part of Gieten. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,005, while this home is listed at €1,954 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 586 m².
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has 16 rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 6 floors. The living area is listed as 586 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 753 m². The plot measures 1,957 m². There is a garden around the house with a sun terrace, a balcony, and a detached wooden garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, which can help keep the home comfortable. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, a wood stove and partial underfloor heating.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data from KCAF. The soil type is sand, and the home was built before 1970, in 1900. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific property. No further foundation details are available in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 25 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures come from Atlas Leefomgeving and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For pluvial flooding, the indication is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of waterlogging during heavy rain. These are area-level indications, not an assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo is about 615 metres away, and the Lidl is about 725 metres away, both within a short walk. The nearest Coop and Aldi are further out, at about 6.3 km. For daily groceries, the Jumbo and Lidl are the most convenient options from this address.
What schools are close to this home?
Dr. Nassau College location Aa en Hunze, a secondary school, is about 545 metres away. Kindcentrum De Marke, a primary school, is about 766 metres away, and Bonnerschool is about 780 metres away. There are also two other primary schools within 5 km, so school options are varied.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Gieten, Brink, about 300 metres away, served by lines 59 and 77. The Gieten, Gemeentehuis stop is about 355 metres away, also with lines 59 and 77. The nearest train station is in Assen, about 13 km away, which connects to the wider rail network.
What do residents say about living in Gieten?
Across the municipality of Aa en Hunze, residents give an average score of 7.6, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Nice quiet neighbourhood. Clean and well-maintained." Another says: "Quiet neighbourhood, fine place to live... There is social control, but not in an annoying way." A third resident mentions safety concerns, so experiences vary.





