Homes for sale in Aa en Hunze
View the current supply of homes for sale in Aa en Hunze, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews per village.
Buying a house in Aa en Hunze: the housing market in 2026
Aa en Hunze is a sprawling rural municipality in the east of Drenthe, made up of some fifteen villages, each with its own character. From the esdorpen around Anloo and Gasteren to the peat-colony strips near Gasselternijveen and Gieterveen: the landscape is constantly changing. With over 25,800 residents, it's a quiet place to live, but the city of Assen is a quarter of an hour's drive away and offers employment, a hospital and a train station towards Groningen and Zwolle. The municipality mainly attracts people looking for space, nature and peace, but who don't want to be completely cut off from amenities.
The housing market in Aa en Hunze is predominantly a buyer's market: 75% of the more than 11,400 homes are owner-occupied, only 25% are rental. The average WOZ value is €343,000. Over the past twelve months, 155 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €556,238, with a range from €169,950 to €2,150,000. That wide spread says a lot: you'll find both affordable terraced houses and detached farmhouses and country estates well over half a million euros here. The average living area of 176 m² shows that you get significantly more square metres in Aa en Hunze than in the Randstad. At the top of this page, view the current supply and the most recent selling time. Buurtje.nl bundles homes from more than 1,500 sources and shows the neighbourhood score and resident reviews for each listing, so you can assess not just the house but also the surroundings.
The best neighbourhoods to buy a house in Aa en Hunze
Aa en Hunze has more than fifteen village centres, spread over a large area. Each village has its own atmosphere, from the cosy brinkdorp to the elongated peat canal. Below are the main residential centres for buyers.
Gieten, the amenities centre of the municipality
Gieten functions as the administrative and commercial heart of Aa en Hunze. Here you'll find supermarkets, a GP practice, the library, primary schools and secondary school students travel to Assen or Stadskanaal. For those who value amenities within walking distance, Gieten is the logical choice. The downside: residents give the village a neighbourhood score of 6.9, which is lower than the municipal average of 7.6. Especially in terms of amenities and sense of community, there is room for improvement. House prices here are around the municipal average, with a mix of 1970s terraced houses and newer semi-detached homes.
Annen, village living with a high rating
Annen lies on the western side of the municipality, close to the A28 towards Assen and Groningen. The village has its own supermarket, primary school and sports clubs, and the forests of the Drentsche Aa area start almost at the edge of the village. Residents rate Annen with an 8.0 on Buurtje.nl. The accessibility and the combination of peace with proximity to Assen make it popular with families and movers. Homes here sell slightly faster than in the smaller villages.
Ekehaar, the best-rated village
The small Ekehaar, hidden among the fields south of Gieten, receives the highest score in the municipality from residents: an 8.5. It is a true rural area with predominantly detached houses and farmhouses. Supply is scarce and prices are higher than average, precisely because of the spacious plots. Anyone looking for a home here must be patient, as houses rarely come onto the market. Ekehaar is especially suitable for people who consciously choose maximum peace and space, and who don't mind driving for daily errands.
Gasselternijveen, affordable by the canal
Gasselternijveen is a peat-colony village with a recognisable ribbon along the canal. The village has its own supermarket, a primary school and an active club life. House prices here are generally below the municipal average, making it interesting for first-time buyers and those with a more limited budget. You'll mainly find terraced houses and semi-detached homes from the 1970s and 1980s. View the supply in Gasselternijveen for the current situation.
In addition to these villages, there are several other centres worth considering. Anloo is one of the oldest esdorpen in Drenthe with a Romanesque church and lots of historic charm. Gasselte offers a quiet village atmosphere close to the Hunzedal, and Eext is known for its annual horse market and the dolmens in the immediate vicinity. View all reviews and neighbourhood information for Aa en Hunze to compare the villages with each other.
What to look out for when buying a home in Aa en Hunze
Firstly: the price differences within the municipality are large. A terraced house in Gasselternijveen can be around €200,000, while a detached house with land in Ekehaar or Gasteren can easily exceed €600,000. So look carefully at which type of home and which village fits your budget. The average purchase price of €556,238 is heavily inflated by the more expensive detached homes.
Secondly: take accessibility into account. Not every village has a bus stop with regular connections. If you work in Assen or Groningen, Annen and Gieten are more logical than, for example, Gasselternijveenschemond or Eexterzandvoort. A second car is not a luxury but a necessity in many villages.
Thirdly: pay attention to the condition of older homes. Many houses in the peat-colony villages date from the 1970s and sometimes still have single glazing or poor insulation. The average gas consumption in the municipality is 1,440 m³, which is higher than the national average. Always ask for the energy label and factor in sustainability costs. Buying an apartment in Aa en Hunze is difficult, by the way, because the supply consists almost exclusively of single-family homes.
Finally: use the neighbourhood scores and reviews on Buurtje.nl to check how residents experience their own village. The scores range from 6.9 to 8.5, and you'll notice that difference in practice. Are you also considering renting a home in Aa en Hunze? Then it's good to know that the rental supply is limited: only 25% of the housing stock is rental, most of which is through housing associations.
What residents say about living in Aa en Hunze
Residents rate Aa en Hunze an average of 7.6 based on 4 reviews. The highest sub-scores go to the green environment (8.8) and education (8.3). The beauty of the landscape also scores high at 8.0. Amenities receive the lowest score at 6.8, which is recognisable for a rural municipality. A resident of Ekehaar describes it as follows: "Wonderfully quiet living with lots of space around you, but you have to like driving." View all reviews and sub-scores per neighbourhood on the municipality page of Aa en Hunze to get a good picture.
Homes for sale near Aa en Hunze
Are you looking more broadly than just Aa en Hunze? The surrounding municipalities each offer their own housing market. Directly to the west lies Assen, the provincial capital with more urban amenities. To the south you'll find Borger-Odoorn, similarly rural but with slightly lower prices. Emmen and Coevorden are also worth a look if you want more choice. Towards the southwest, De Wolden also offers a quiet, green living environment.
View the current supply of homes for sale in Aa en Hunze
At the top of this page you'll find all homes for sale in Aa en Hunze that are currently available. Use the filters to search by price, surface area or energy label. With each home you'll immediately see the neighbourhood score and what residents think of the area. This way you can not only assess the house, but also gauge whether the village suits you. The average asking price and selling time are updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
How many homes for sale are there in Aa en Hunze?
The current number of homes for sale in Aa en Hunze can be found at the top of this page. The supply is updated daily from more than 1,500 sources, so you always have a complete overview of what is available in all villages of the municipality.
What does a home cost in Aa en Hunze?
The average purchase price in Aa en Hunze over the past twelve months was €556,238, with a range from €169,950 to €2,150,000. Price differences per village are large: in fen-colony villages like Gasselternijveen you can find homes around €200,000, while detached houses in Ekehaar or Gasteren can easily exceed half a million.
What is the average price per square metre in Aa en Hunze?
Based on an average purchase price of €556,238 and an average living area of 176 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,160. This is an indication; the actual price per m² varies greatly per village and type of home. Detached houses with a lot of land generally have a lower m² price than smaller terraced houses.
How long does a home stay on the market on average in Aa en Hunze?
The current average selling time can be found at the top of this page, as it changes regularly. In general, the market in Aa en Hunze is less tight than in the Randstad, but popular villages like Annen and Gieten do see faster sales. For unique properties such as farmhouses, the selling time can be longer.
Which neighbourhoods in Aa en Hunze are the most popular for buying a home?
Ekehaar receives the highest neighbourhood score (8.5), followed by Annen (8.0) and Gieten (6.9). Gieten is popular because of its amenities, Annen because of its good accessibility to Assen, and Ekehaar attracts buyers seeking maximum peace and space. Each village has its own character, so it strongly depends on your preferences.
Is Aa en Hunze a good place to buy a home?
Aa en Hunze offers plenty of living space for relatively low prices compared to the Randstad. With 25,845 inhabitants, a WOZ value of €343,000 and a labour participation rate of 63%, it is a stable residential municipality. Strong points are the green environment (8.8 from residents) and education (8.3). A downside is the dependence on the car and the limited level of amenities in the smaller villages.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Aa en Hunze?
Expect 4 to 6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price. This includes transfer tax (2% for homes, with a starter exemption for buyers under 35 for homes up to €510,000), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs and possibly estate agent commission. With an average purchase price of €556,238, this quickly amounts to €22,000 to €33,000 extra.
How accessible is Aa en Hunze?
Aa en Hunze does not have its own train station. The nearest stations are Assen (15 minutes' drive from Annen) and Gieten is located on the N33 towards Assen and Veendam. Public transport within the municipality is limited to bus lines, and not every village is served frequently. For most residents, a car is indispensable. The A28 and N33 do provide good accessibility by car.
Can I search for homes per village in Aa en Hunze?
Yes, on this page you can filter by neighbourhood and village. In addition, each village has its own page with the local housing supply and the neighbourhood score from residents. This way you can search specifically in, for example, Gieten, Annen, Gasselte or one of the other cores and immediately see how residents rate their village.
How many homes are there in total in Aa en Hunze?
The municipality has 11,428 homes. Of these, 75% are owner-occupied and 25% are rental homes. Of the rental homes, 20% are owned by housing corporations and 5% by other landlords. The vast majority of the housing stock consists of single-family homes; apartments are scarce in this rural municipality.
Nice quiet neighbourhood. Clean and well-maintained. All amenities within cycling distance such as shops and schools.
Auto-translated to English by AII think safety in Gieten is very poor, many young people are very antisocial. I don't dare go out alone (as a girl) in the evening/night. The community is unsociable, arguments break out quickly and the youngsters are terribly antisocial. There are hardly any facilities, there is nothing for young people to do. There are a few shops and 1 snack bar & 2 pizzerias. Accessibility is fine in itself, you can easily get to public transport by bus. By car it's even easier. Education is very extensive for 1 village. There are 2 primary schools, 2 childcare centres and 1 secondary school.
Auto-translated to English by AIContact with immediate neighbours is good. You can always ask for help or to borrow a lawnmower, for example. There is social control, but not in an annoying way. More like extra eyes on the lookout, which does give a sense of safety. The village has sufficient amenities and nearby Zuidlaren has many shops, such as a chemist and a butcher. The bus connection to Groningen is great, every half hour. Secondary schools are a bit more difficult in terms of transport if you don't want to go to Gieten or Assen. People in the village are friendly, but I notice it's hard to really integrate without children.
Auto-translated to English by AISuper cosy neighbourhood with neighbourhood watch (WhatsApp group), friendly neighbours and a nice atmosphere together.
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