Oude Pekela, Pekela
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Thorbeckelaan has a classic feel, with 116 m² of living space and a large 532 m² plot. Built in 1928, it has an E energy label, so heating costs are something to keep an eye on. At €275,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €286,938, making it a keen option compared to other detached houses in Pekela.
Oude Pekela is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mix of ages. One resident says: "It's very quiet in the neighbourhood and always cosy with all the neighbours. There are many young people in the area and there is also a secondary school. It's quite clean, everything is nearby and accessible by public transport, car or bike. The nature is also very beautiful and there is a nice forest here." Another adds: "My experience after all those years that I lived in old Pekela seems super fun to me." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.51 out of 10. Most homes are owner-occupied (59%) and the area is not very urban, with an address density of 661 per km². The neighbourhood Oude Pekela has a strong sense of community.
For daily shopping, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Aldi is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Kindcentrum Feiko Clock is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum openbare basisschool Hendrik Wester is a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Dollard College Pekela is about 2 km away. The municipality Pekela offers a park or public garden just 600 m from the house, perfect for a stroll.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Siefkes Vastgoed and Funda. The details are based on the information provided by the agent.
Details of this home
Thorbeckelaan 86, Oude Pekela
Good · 2 residents
My experience is that it's very quiet in the neighbourhood and always cosy with all the neighbours. There are many young people in the area and there is also a secondary school. It's quite clean, everything is nearby and accessible by public transport, car or bike. The nature is also very beautiful and there is a nice forest here.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience after all those years that I lived in old Pekela seems super fun to me
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About Thorbeckelaan 86, Oude Pekela
The asking price of €275,000 is below the average sale price in Oude Pekela (€286,938) and the median (€289,500). Given the 116 m² floor area and 532 m² plot, the price per m² is about €2,371, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €2,263 per m². Overall, it appears priced for a detached home in this area.
The home has an energy label E, which is less efficient than modern standards. In Oude Pekela, about 30% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a house built in 1928. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label.
The nearest train station is 5.4 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a bike, car, or bus to reach it.
Residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet and cosy, with many young people and a strong community feel. One resident says: "It's very quiet in the neighbourhood and always cosy with all the neighbours." The area has a mix of ages, with many families and older residents.
Yes, there are several primary schools within a short walk, including Kindcentrum Feiko Clock (767 m) and Kindcentrum openbare basisschool Hendrik Wester (1141 m). For secondary education, Dollard College Pekela is about 2 km away.
The plot is 532 m², which is generous for a detached house.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oude Pekela