Groot Driene-Zuid, Hengelo
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Karel Gerardstraat sits on a generous plot in a quiet part of Hengelo. With 204 m² of living space and an A+ energy label, it is exceptionally efficient for a home of this size. At €850,000, the asking price is 94% above the neighbourhood average of €438,091, making it the most expensive of the 11 homes currently for sale in Groot Driene-Zuid. That reflects its size and quality, it is 56% larger than the typical home in the area. For context, detached houses in Hengelo command a premium, and this one is at the top end.
Groot Driene-Zuid is a residential area with a mix of ages: about a quarter of residents are 65 or older, and a similar share are under 45. Most homes are owner-occupied (87%) and built between 1970 and 1990, so the streets have a settled feel. The neighbourhood has no resident reviews on file, but the figures show a quiet, family-oriented area with a low crime rate (81 incidents total). It is a short walk to a GP and a supermarket, and the Groot Driene-Zuid neighbourhood is well served by local amenities.
For your morning bread and groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Lidl is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are within easy reach: CBS de Zevenster and Paulus are both about a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.8 km away, so a pleasant walk or short cycle. A park or public garden is 1.1 km away, and the municipality of Hengelo offers further green spaces and leisure options.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels: Elst&co Makelaars and Huispedia. The agent has provided full details including floor area, year of construction and energy label.
Details of this home
Karel Gerardstraat 5, Hengelo
Data from Groot Driene-Zuid
Data from Groot Driene-Zuid
27 within 5 km
13 within 5 km
About Karel Gerardstraat 5, Hengelo
The asking price is 94% above the neighbourhood average of €438,091, and it is the most expensive of the 11 homes currently for sale in Groot Driene-Zuid. However, the home is 56% larger than the average (204 m² vs 131 m²) and has an A+ energy label, which only 9% of local listings have. So the premium reflects its size and efficiency, but it is on the high side compared to other homes in the area.
The home has an energy label A+, which is the best possible rating. Only 9% of homes for sale in the neighbourhood have this label. That means very low heating costs and a modern, well-insulated property. The year of construction is 1973, but the label suggests it has been significantly upgraded.
Groot Driene-Zuid has a balanced population: about 14% of residents are under 15, and 27% are between 45 and 65. There are 360 households with children. Most homes are owner-occupied (87%) and built between 1970 and 1990, giving a stable, family-friendly atmosphere. The crime rate is low, and there are primary schools within walking distance.
The train station is 1.8 km from the home, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. That makes commuting to nearby cities like Enschede or Deventer straightforward.
Jumbo is 590 m away (just around the corner), Albert Heijn is 647 m (a couple of streets away), and Lidl is 1 km (a ten-minute walk). So daily shopping is very convenient without needing a car.
The listing does not specify a garden, but the plot is 1,018 m², which is very large. The outdoor space is substantial, though its exact layout (garden, terrace, lawn) is not described in the listing.
With 204 m² of floor area, it is a spacious detached house, but the exact room layout is not provided by the agent.
Homes that sold recently in Groot Driene-Zuid took an average of 21 days to sell. That is relatively quick, indicating a healthy market. However, this home is priced well above the average, so it may take longer to find a buyer.
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