Ommelanderwijk 289
Ommelanderwijk, Veendam
AreaA rural retreat in Veendam
This detached house sits in the quiet, open countryside of Ommelanderwijk, a small village community within the municipality of Veendam. With its rural setting and open surroundings, the home offers a sense of space and calm that is hard to find elsewhere. The asking price of €449,500 is on the high side compared to other [detached houses in Veendam], reflecting the generous plot and the character of the property.
Inside the home
Built in 1905, this detached family home spans two floors and offers three rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 127 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 98 m². The plot measures 1,655 m², and the home includes a garden around the property and an attached brick garage. According to the agent, the home has roof, wall and floor insulation, a central heating boiler, and is offered as full ownership.
Life in Ommelanderwijk
Ommelanderwijk is a small, tight-knit community with just over a thousand residents, many of whom live in single-family homes. Residents across the municipality of Veendam give their living environment an average score of 8.78, based on eleven reviews. One resident notes that the municipality is very green with a nice walking park, while another mentions a safe and accessible environment. A third resident points out that shops are increasingly being replaced by eateries, and that a 24/7 gym attracts some unwanted attention. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, so it is worth reading them with that in mind. For a closer look at the local area, [the Ommelanderwijk neighbourhood] page offers more detail.
Amenities and transport
The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool de Ommewending, is just around the corner, while a couple of other schools are a short drive away. For daily groceries, the nearest supermarket, Poiesz, is a few kilometres off, with several other options including PLUS and Albert Heijn within a short drive. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both in Nieuwe Pekela, a couple of streets away, and the nearest hospital is in Stadskanaal. Bus line 15 stops at Nieuwe Pekela, Doorsnee, about a ten-minute walk away, and the nearest train station is Veendam, a short drive from the home. The wider area, including [the municipality of Veendam], offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €340,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 32% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 127%, from €150,000 to €340,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand, though this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk, both now and in 2050, is low.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels: the agent Veendam and MakelaarNU 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 Ommelanderwijk 289, Veendam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €449,500 is 32% above the WOZ value of €340,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 127%, from €150,000 to €340,000, reflecting a significant rise in the official valuation over that period.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The home has three rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 127 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 98 m². The plot measures 1,655 m², and the property includes a garden around the house and an attached brick garage. The agent also mentions roof, wall and floor insulation, and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €340,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the value has risen by 127%, from €150,000 in 2020 to €340,000 in 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the official valuation, not the current market price. The asking price is 32% above this WOZ value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 57 dB Lden, based on 2022 data, which is above the Dutch noise standard. This is an area-level indication from public data sources, not a measurement taken at the property itself. The foundation risk indication is low, and the risk of flooding, both now and in 2050, is also low.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about 3.3 km away, followed by PLUS at 3.6 km and another Poiesz at 4.2 km. For schools, Openbare Basisschool de Ommewending is the closest primary school at 1.6 km, with Kindcentrum De Linde at 2.7 km and CBS Groen van Prinsterer at 3.1 km. There are 19 schools within 5 km in total.
What is the neighbourhood of Ommelanderwijk like?
Ommelanderwijk is a small village community with around 1,010 residents, and 96% of the homes are single-family houses. The urbanity level is 5, meaning it is not urban, and the address density is low. Residents across the municipality of Veendam rate their living environment with an average score of 8.78, though this reflects the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Veendam, located about 3.6 km from the home. The nearest bus stop is Nieuwe Pekela, Doorsnee, at 2.5 km, served by bus line 15. Other stops on the same line are at Ommelanderbrug and J de Weerdstraat, both around 2.8 km away. Public transport options are available but not immediately on the doorstep.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is D. This label indicates the energy performance of the home as registered, but it does not say anything about the structural condition of the property. The agent mentions that the home has roof, wall and floor insulation, as well as a central heating boiler. With label D, energy costs are likely to be moderate compared to more efficient labels.
