A quiet spot in Noordbarge
This detached house sits on Huizingsbrinkweg 70 in Noordbarge, a small neighbourhood on the southern edge of Emmen. The setting is described by the agent as a quiet road, sheltered and surrounded by woodland. With 185 square metres of living space according to the BAG registration, and 152 square metres according to the agent, it is a substantial family home. The asking price of €595,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, detached houses in Emmen are listed at various price points.
The house itself
Built in 1931, this detached house has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The agent mentions a garden around the house with a sun terrace, and an attached brick garage. The property is freehold. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, a wood stove and partial underfloor heating. The total volume is 667 cubic metres.
Life in Noordbarge
Noordbarge is a quiet neighbourhood with about 1,115 residents, many of whom are older: a quarter are 65 or over. Residents across the Noordbarge neighbourhood give their living environment an average score of 7.99, based on 36 reviews at the municipality level. One resident says: "It is wonderful living here, nice and quiet and close to the shops and there is also a bus stop nearby." Another resident, however, finds it boring: "There's nothing to do. Everything is super expensive in the shops." The reviews are mixed, so it is worth reading them all.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered. Lidl is on your doorstep, Boni is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, Drenthe College Terra is a couple of streets away, and OBS Meester Vegter is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Slaghuis, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek de Bargeres is a bit further. Bus stop Emmen, Noordbargerstraat is just around the corner, with lines 3, 4, 44, 127 and 400. The train station Emmen is about 1.9 kilometres away. All this is part of the municipality of Emmen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €461,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 29% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 152%, from €183,000 to €461,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and industrial noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the flood risk is low, both 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 via multiple channels, including NSP Wegter Makelaars.
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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 Huizingsbrinkweg 70, Emmen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €595,000 is 29% above the WOZ value of €461,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €435,500. The difference is precomputed and does not imply that the home is overpriced or a bargain.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 185 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 152 square metres. The plot is 590 square metres according to the BAG, and 613 square metres according to the agent. There is a garden around the house with a sun terrace, and an attached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and a C label means moderate energy efficiency. Expect energy costs that are neither very low nor very high. The agent also mentions roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, which can help keep energy use in check. The heating system includes 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 public sources. The soil type is sand, and the home was built before 1970, in 1931. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the flood risk is low, both now and in 2050. These are indications, not guarantees.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Lidl is about 259 metres away, Boni is about 378 metres, and Jumbo is about 555 metres. Albert Heijn and Dirk are a bit further, at 733 and 825 metres respectively. This means you can do your daily grocery shopping without needing a car, and there are plenty of options to choose from.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Emmen give their living environment an average score of 7.99, based on 36 reviews. One resident says: "It is wonderful living here, nice and quiet and close to the shops and there is also a bus stop nearby." Another resident finds it boring: "There's nothing to do. Everything is super expensive in the shops." The reviews are mixed, so it is worth reading them all.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Emmen, Noordbargerstraat, about 167 metres away, with lines 3, 4, 44, 127 and 400. There are also stops at Emmen, Hoenderkamp and Emmen, Druwerbrink Noord, all within about 550 metres. The nearest train station is Emmen, about 1.9 kilometres away. This gives you access to both local and regional transport without needing a car.
How long do homes typically stay on the market in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood are sold on average within 16 days, according to recent sales data. This is a factual figure from the neighbourhood housing market. The asking price for this home is the highest among the six homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and it is 37% above the average asking price of €435,500. The market here moves at its own pace.
