A detached home in the heart of Gees
Tucked away in the village of Gees, this detached house sits on a sheltered spot right in the centre, with the peace and quiet of the Drenthe countryside all around. The village itself is small, with just over 500 residents, and it feels a world away from the bustle of the city. The asking price of €425,000 is 37% below the average asking price of €670,000 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the keen side compared with the local market. For a sense of what this price buys you in the wider area, have a look at detached houses in Coevorden.
The house itself
Built in 1976, this detached family home offers 110 m² of living space according to the agent, spread over two floors. The BAG registration lists the living area as 111 m², a small difference that is not explained. Inside you will find four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The house comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered with full ownership. Outside, there is a garden that wraps around the whole house, plus a detached brick garage. The plot measures 698 m², giving plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors.
Life in Gees
Gees is a village where life moves at its own pace, and residents seem to appreciate that. Across the municipality of Coevorden, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.04 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident describes it as a "neat, quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery", while another simply calls it "Top". Not everyone is equally enthusiastic, though: one review says "Yes, it's just not safe!", which shows that experiences can differ. The village has a relatively older population, with 35% of residents aged 65 or over, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more on what this corner of Drenthe is like, take a look at the Gees neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the SPAR supermarket is a ten-minute walk away, and the Coop is a bit further. The nearest primary school, Obs De Woert, is also about a ten-minute walk, while the Esdal College secondary school is a similar distance. The GP practice in Oosterhesselen is a couple of streets away, and the nearest pharmacy is in Dalen. Bus line 27 stops at Gees, Oude Steeg, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is in Dalen, about 7.6 km away. The wider area, including the town of Coevorden, is easy to reach by car. For a broader view of the region, see the municipality of Coevorden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not available in the records, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication for this area is low, with only 1% of properties in the neighbourhood showing an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. The soil type is sand. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk, and the heat stress risk is low, though it is expected to become medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Naober Makelaars and Naober Makelaars 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 Dorpsstraat 44, Gees
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Gees?
The asking price of €425,000 is 37% below the average asking price of €670,000 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. The median asking price here is €495,000, and prices range from €450,000 to €1,065,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,474, while this home is listed at €3,864 per square metre, based on the agent's stated living area.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the house has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 110 m², while the BAG registration gives 111 m². The property also includes a garden that surrounds the house and a detached brick garage. The plot measures 698 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not part of the listing information provided here. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In this neighbourhood, 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The SPAR supermarket is about 2 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Obs De Woert, is about 2.4 km away, and the Esdal College secondary school is about 2.3 km away. The GP practice in Oosterhesselen is about 2.2 km away. The nearest pharmacy is in Dalen, about 7 km away.
What is public transport like in Gees?
Bus line 27 stops at Gees, Oude Steeg, about 230 metres from the house, and also at Gees, Weth. H. Euvingstraat and Gees, Goringdijk. The nearest train station is Dalen, about 7.6 km away. No travel times or destinations are specified in the listing.
What do residents say about living in the municipality of Coevorden?
Residents of the municipality of Coevorden give their living environment an average score of 7.04 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident describes it as a "neat, quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery", while another says "Top". A third review is less positive, stating "Yes, it's just not safe!". These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Gees neighbourhood.
What is the energy label of this house?
The energy label of this house is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label C you can expect moderate energy costs. The house has double glazing, according to the agent, which can help with insulation.
