Hoofdweg 55
Elsloo-Buitengebied, Ooststellingwerf
AreaA detached home with space to breathe
Tucked away in the rural setting of Elsloo (Fr), this detached house from 1910 sits on a plot of 2,703 m². The home is described by the agent as being on a busy road, yet sheltered and surrounded by woodland. With a price of €550,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average. For context, this is one of the [detached houses in Ooststellingwerf] currently on the market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 138 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 169 m². The property comes with a garden around the house and a detached wooden garage. It is fully owned, has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is B.
The Elsloo-Buitengebied area
This is a small community with around 330 residents, where about 85% of homes are owner-occupied. Residents across the municipality of Ooststellingwerf give their living environment an average score of 8.22, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Yes, quite a cosy little neighbourhood." Another adds: "They're always up for a chat and a helping hand when needed." The reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood. For more on the local area, see [the Elsloo-Buitengebied neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
A bus stop on Elsloo, Butenweg is on your doorstep, served by line 18. The nearest primary school, Dalton Basisschool de Oosterbrink, is a ten-minute walk away. For groceries, the nearest Lidl is about 7.3 km away, and an Albert Heijn is a similar distance. The nearest GP practice is in Boschoord, a couple of streets away, while the pharmacy is in Oosterwolde. The train station at Wolvega is roughly 16.7 km from the home. This is all part of [the municipality of Ooststellingwerf].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €477,000, and the asking price is 15% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 42%, from €336,000 to €477,000. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. The risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk are both low, now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Makelaardij De Smelthe Oosterwolde.
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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 Hoofdweg 55, Elsloo (Fr)
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €550,000 is 15% above the WOZ value of €477,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 42%, from €336,000 to €477,000.
What is the layout of the home?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 138 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 169 m². The property also includes a garden around the house and a detached wooden garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively efficient in terms of energy use, so heating costs are likely to be lower than with a less efficient label. The agent also mentions roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1910, which is noted in the risk data.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. This is an area-level indication from public sources, not a measurement taken at the property itself. The agent does describe the setting as being on a busy road.
What public transport options are nearby?
A bus stop on Elsloo, Butenweg is on your doorstep, served by line 18. There are also stops at Elsloo, Zuivelfabriek and Elsloo, School, the latter serving lines 18, 6691 and 6692. The nearest train station is at Wolvega, about 16.7 km away.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Dalton Basisschool de Oosterbrink, about 3.4 km away. Other primary schools within a wider radius include Openbare Basisschool "de Stelling" and School Matthijsje. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 9.4 km away.
How do residents rate the area?
Residents across the municipality of Ooststellingwerf give their living environment an average score of 8.22, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Yes, quite a cosy little neighbourhood." Another adds: "They're always up for a chat and a helping hand when needed." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
