Verspreide huizen Hijken, Midden-Drenthe
NeighbourhoodThis detached house sits on a generous plot in the quiet village of Hijken, surrounded by fields and woodland. The 129 m² home, built in 1950, has an energy label C and is offered for €695,000. Compared to other detached houses in Midden-Drenthe, the price is on the high side, reflecting the exceptional plot size of 8,495 m².
The Verspreide huizen Hijken neighbourhood is a small, rural area with about 285 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied (85%) and nearly all are single-family houses. The population is a mix of families and older residents, with an average household size of 2.6 people. It is a very quiet area, with an address density of just 83 addresses per km².
For daily groceries, the nearest supermarket is a Coop about 3.8 km away, with an Aldi and Jumbo within 5 km. The closest primary school is IKC 't Hieker Nust, roughly 3.1 km from the house. A second primary school, Kindcentrum De Schutkampen, is about 4.5 km away. The nearest train station is 7.3 km away, so a car is handy for commuting. The area is part of the municipality of Midden-Drenthe, which offers further amenities in nearby towns.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Hup en Fidom Garantiemakelaars Beilen and Hup & Fidom Garantiemakelaars.
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Oranjekanaal Z.Z. 63, Hijken
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About Oranjekanaal Z.Z. 63, Hijken
The asking price of €695,000 is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Midden-Drenthe. However, the plot is exceptionally large at 8,495 m², which is a key factor in the price. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the land.
The home has an energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. It means the property is reasonably efficient, but you can expect moderate energy costs. Improvements like better insulation or solar panels could improve the label.
The nearest train station is 7.3 km away. This makes the house more suitable for those who rely on a car for commuting, though cycling to the station is possible for the fit.
The closest primary school is IKC 't Hieker Nust, about 3.1 km away. Other primary schools within 5 km include Kindcentrum De Schutkampen (4.5 km) and IKC Prinses Margriet (4.9 km). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 6 km away.
Verspreide huizen Hijken is a very quiet, rural neighbourhood with only 285 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied and single-family. It is a safe area with low crime rates, and the population includes many families and older residents.
The plot measures 8,495 m², which is exceptionally large. It offers plenty of space for gardening, outdoor activities, or even extending the house, subject to planning permission.
The nearest supermarket is a Coop about 3.8 km away, which is a 45-minute walk or a short drive. Other supermarkets like Aldi and Jumbo are within 5 km. For daily shopping, a car or bicycle is recommended.
3 homes in the district Hijken