Ruinen, De Wolden
NeighbourhoodThis detached home on Westerstraat 55 breathes history, built in 1750, it has stood here for nearly three centuries. With 287 m² of living space and a generous plot of 1820 m², there is plenty of room for a large family or anyone who loves space. The price of €1,095,000 is on the high side compared to other detached houses in De Wolden, but the size and character are exceptional.
Ruinen is a small Drenthe village with around 2,700 residents. It is a quiet, rural community where many people live in single-family homes (86% of the housing stock). The population is older on average, a third are 65 or over, and households are often single or couples without children. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the village atmosphere is peaceful and green. The neighbourhood Ruinen offers basic amenities within walking distance.
For your daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, 255 metres away. A GP and a primary school are also within a couple of streets away. For secondary education, children need to travel about 11 km, so a bike or car is essential. The nearest train station is 10.9 km away, making this a car-dependent location. The municipality De Wolden is known for its natural surroundings and quiet villages.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Fehse Makelaardij | NVM-Qualis.
Details of this home
Westerstraat 55, Ruinen (Gem. De Wolden)
Data from Ruinen
1 within 5 km
About Westerstraat 55, Ruinen (Gem. De Wolden)
The price is on the high side compared to other detached homes in De Wolden, but the home is exceptional: 287 m² of living space, a plot of 1820 m², and a historic character from 1750. There are no direct comparable sales in the neighbourhood data, so the price reflects the unique combination of size, age, and location.
The energy label is B, which is quite efficient for a home from 1750. You can expect reasonable energy costs, though the exact amount depends on usage and heating system. The label indicates that the home has been modernised to a good standard.
The plot is 1820 m², which is very spacious. The listing does not specify how much of that is garden, but with such a large plot there is plenty of outdoor space.
Ruinen is a quiet village with about 2,700 residents. It is a rural area with many single-family homes and an older population. Amenities like a supermarket, GP, and primary school are within walking distance, but for secondary schools and the train you need to travel further. The area is safe, with only 37 reported crimes in the neighbourhood.
The nearest train station is 10.9 km away. This means you will need a car or bicycle to reach it. The station is not named in the data, but it is likely in a nearby town.
The nearest primary school is OBS de Wezeboom, about 5.6 km away. There are several other primary schools within 8 km. For secondary education, the closest is 11 km away, so a daily commute by car or bus is necessary.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Ruinen