Homes for sale in Bargeres, Emmen

House prices in Bargeres: below the municipal average, but rising

Bargeres is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm: 56% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, with the rest largely in the hands of housing associations (34%). The average WOZ value is €193,000, which is clearly lower than the municipal average of €240,000 for Emmen as a whole. You can also see this difference in sale prices: in the past twelve months, 52 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €293,240. The range runs from €190,000 to €575,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger family homes are coming onto the market. The average home has an area of 126 m², which fits the predominantly ground-oriented character of the neighbourhood. For the current supply and the average asking price at this moment, see the overview at the top of this page.

Anyone looking for a home to buy in Bargeres will mainly find terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Detached houses are also available, but these are typically at the upper end of the range. Buying apartments in Bargeres is less common; the supply consists mainly of ground-oriented homes. Compared to other neighbourhoods in the municipality, prices here are affordable, although sale prices are now well above the WOZ value, indicating an active market.

Living in Bargeres: lots of green space, good accessibility, mixed atmosphere

Bargeres is a large residential neighbourhood on the west side of Emmen with around 8,900 residents. The neighbourhood has a distinct residential character: wide streets, plenty of greenery and a quiet pace. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Bargeres give the area an average of 7.4 out of 10. Green space scores highest with an 8.3, and that's accurate: the neighbourhood has several parks, green strips and playgrounds scattered throughout. Resident Lugstein describes it as a "fairly neat neighbourhood with neat residents" and emphasises the abundance of greenery. Accessibility even scores a 9.0, which is notable for a Drenthe residential area.

That high accessibility score is not without reason. Bargeres is located right next to the centre of Emmen and Emmen train station is within cycling distance. From that station, trains run towards Zwolle, from where you can continue to the Randstad. By car, the A37 is quickly accessible, the connection towards Hoogeveen and Meppel. Bus services run via the main routes through the neighbourhood to the centre of Emmen. For daily shopping, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood: supermarkets are located on the edge of Bargeres and there are primary schools in and around the neighbourhood. Education receives a 7.7 from residents, which is a decent score for a residential area in Drenthe. For secondary education, the centre of Emmen is a short distance away.

Not everything is rosy. The safety score stands at 6.7 and resident Marieke Boelens, who gives the neighbourhood a 6.6, writes that "dangerous things have happened from time to time". The community score, at 6.0, is the lowest sub-score, which fits a neighbourhood with many single-person households (1,900 out of approximately 4,444 homes) and a broad age spectrum. Living in Bargeres therefore has two sides: it is green, well-connected and affordable, but social cohesion is less strong than in smaller village cores. Those looking for more rurality can also look at Barger-Compascuum or Nieuw-Dordrecht, two quieter residential cores in the municipality. For those who want to be close to Emmen but also appreciate the village atmosphere of a former peat area, Emmer-Compascuum is an alternative to explore. More information about municipal housing policy and facilities can be found on the website of the municipality of Emmen.

For which buyers is Bargeres a realistic option?

Bargeres mainly attracts first-time buyers and young families who see buying a home in Bargeres as an affordable alternative to more expensive neighbourhoods. With an entry price from €190,000 and an average of €293,240, buying in Bargeres is more accessible than the municipal average suggests. Movers-up will find larger homes up to €575,000. Keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers), notary fees and possible renovation costs for older homes. Those still unsure whether buying is the right time can also look at rental homes in Bargeres as a temporary alternative.

Searching for a home to buy in Bargeres: how to use this page

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a home but also know what the area is like. Use the filters at the top for price, area and energy label. Want to compare? Then also check the supply in Nieuw-Weerdinge or Roswinkel, or view the full overview of homes for sale in the municipality of Emmen.