Verspreide huizen Geesbrug, Coevorden
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Handelsstraat sits in the quiet countryside of Geesbrug, surrounded by fields and open skies. With 137 m² of living space and a generous plot of 1275 m², it offers room to spread out. The home was built in 2001 and carries an A energy label, so it's efficient as well as spacious. Priced at €674,500, it's keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €697,500, and there are only two detached homes currently for sale in the area, making this a rare find among detached houses in Coevorden.
The neighbourhood, the Verspreide huizen Geesbrug neighbourhood, is a small, rural community with about 640 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied (85%) and nearly all are single-family houses (93%). The population is a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of families and older residents. It's a quiet area where people know each other, the kind of place where children can play outside safely. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the low crime figures (15 incidents in total) suggest a peaceful environment.
For your morning bread run, the nearest supermarket is a PLUS about 4.5 km away, a short drive. There's also a SPAR within 5.4 km. Primary school children can walk to Protestants Christelijk Basisschool De Wegwijzer, just 425 m down the road, or cycle to Openbare Basisschool De Zwarm. For secondary education, you'll need to travel about 8.2 km. A GP is 5.9 km away, and the nearest restaurant is 2.8 km. The area is part of the municipality of Coevorden, which covers a wide rural region with plenty of cycling and walking routes.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Bruins Slot & Kroezen Makelaardij o.z. and on Funda and Pararius.
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Handelsstraat 3, Geesbrug
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About Handelsstraat 3, Geesbrug
The asking price of €674,500 is below the neighbourhood average of €697,500 for detached homes, and the median price is also €697,500. Given that only two detached houses are currently for sale in Verspreide huizen Geesbrug, and the home has an A energy label and a large plot, the price looks keen compared to the local market.
The plot measures 1275 m², which is unusually spacious. It gives you plenty of room for a garden, outdoor entertaining, or even a vegetable patch. The exact layout and what's possible will depend on local planning rules, but the size alone offers a lot of potential.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. That means lower heating costs and a smaller environmental footprint compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, about two-thirds of homes have label A, so this property is in line with the best in the area.
The nearest train station is 10.9 km away. That's about a 15-minute drive. It's not within walking distance, so you'd rely on a car or bike for train travel.
The closest primary school is Protestants Christelijk Basisschool De Wegwijzer, just 425 m away, an easy walk. Openbare Basisschool De Zwarm is 1.5 km away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 8.2 km, so a school run or bus ride is needed.
There are only two detached houses currently for sale in Verspreide huizen Geesbrug. That's a very limited supply, so this type of home doesn't come up often. The average time to sell in the neighbourhood is 137 days, suggesting a steady but not rushed market.
Verspreide huizen Geesbrug has a mix of ages, with about 100 households with children and 95 without. The area is quiet and rural, with low crime. It's the kind of place where families feel safe and children can play outside. The large plots also give kids plenty of space.
3 homes in the neighbourhood Verspreide huizen Geesbrug