A grand home in the heart of Stadskanaal
This detached house on Poststraat 26 sits right in the centre of Stadskanaal, a spot where the town's daily life unfolds around you. Built in 1902, it carries over a century of character, yet the energy label A+ shows a modern efficiency that few homes of this age achieve. The asking price is €715,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €407,674, and the average asking price per square metre in the area is €3,381, while this home is listed at €1,810 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing this against other [detached houses in Stadskanaal], the size and central position are what set it apart.
A spacious layout with modern touches
The agent describes a home with seven rooms, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms spread over two floors, with a volume of 2,320 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 395 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 147 m²; similarly, the plot is 844 m² according to the agent, against 710 m² in the BAG registration. The house comes with a garden that wraps around the property and an attached brick garage. It is offered in full ownership, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, partial double glazing, and wall insulation. Heating is provided by a pellet stove and a heat pump, a combination that fits the efficient energy label.
Life in Stadskanaal Centrum
Stadskanaal Centrum is a compact neighbourhood where most daily needs are within easy reach, and the centre itself is easily accessible by bike or car, as one resident puts it. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.73 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident says: "A pleasant living environment, quiet. We live with a view of the ponds, no noise. Forest nearby for lovely walks. Also pleasant walking at the canoe pond for a short round. Plenty of parking space. Schools nearby and supermarket within walking distance. Lots of greenery in the neighbourhood. Neat neighbourhood, safe living, no nuisance." Another notes simply: "Good. Quite satisfied." A third is more cautious: "Safe. The neighbourhood has deteriorated in recent years." The neighbourhood counts 1,485 inhabitants, and a large share, 58%, are aged 65 or older. For a fuller picture of what this area offers, you can explore [the Stadskanaal Centrum neighbourhood].
Daily errands and getting around
Groceries are a short walk away, with Aldi and Jumbo both just around the corner, and Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk further. For primary education, Basisschool Het Noorderlicht and Willibrordschool are both a couple of streets away, while secondary options like Ubbo Emmius Maarsdreef are within a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk de Wieke, and the BENU Apotheek de Wieke are both just around the corner, and Treant Refaja Ziekenhuis is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is convenient: bus stops at Onstwedderweg and Esperantolaan are on your doorstep, served by lines 15, 71, 158, and 312. The nearest train station, Veendam, is about 13 kilometres away. The municipality of Stadskanaal encompasses both this town and its surrounding villages, and you can read more about [the municipality of Stadskanaal] for the wider context.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address-level risk data, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home, show a road traffic noise level of 62 dB Lden, above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, though the home was built in 1902 on peat soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low; heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Het Betere Boerenerf, makelaars in woonboerderijen, and the same agent on Funda.
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About Poststraat 26, Stadskanaal
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €715,000 can be compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €407,674. The average asking price per square metre in the area is €3,381, while this home is listed at €1,810 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. These figures are provided for your own interpretation.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has seven rooms, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms across two floors, with a volume of 2,320 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 395 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 147 m². The plot is 844 m² per the agent, against 710 m² in the BAG registration. There is a garden around the property and an attached brick garage.
What energy label does this home have and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label A+, which is an efficient label. The agent notes insulation in the roof, partial double glazing, and wall insulation, and heating is provided by a pellet stove and a heat pump. In the neighbourhood, only 19% of the homes for sale have an A+ label, so this home stands out in that respect.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1902 on peat soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation, but the risk level is given as low.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 62 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. This is an area-level indication from public risk data, not a measurement taken at the property itself. The home is located in the centre of Stadskanaal, so some traffic noise may be expected.
What supermarkets are within walking distance?
Aldi is about 338 metres away, and Jumbo is about 368 metres away, both just around the corner. Albert Heijn is about 912 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are also other options within a few kilometres, including another Jumbo and a SPAR, so daily groceries are easily accessible on foot.
Which schools are near this home?
Two primary schools, Basisschool Het Noorderlicht and Willibrordschool, are both about 232 metres away, just around the corner. For secondary education, Ubbo Emmius Maarsdreef is about 398 metres away, a five-minute walk, and there are two other Ubbo Emmius locations within about 800 metres.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest bus stops are at Onstwedderweg, about 142 metres away, and Esperantolaan, about 191 metres away, both served by lines 15, 71, 158, and 312. The nearest train station is Veendam, about 13 kilometres away, so bus connections are the main public transport option from this location.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.73 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident mentions a quiet environment with a view of ponds, no noise, nearby forest walks, and plenty of parking. Another says the neighbourhood has deteriorated in recent years, while a third is simply 'quite satisfied'. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there is no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price of €715,000.
