Homes for sale in Buurtschap Broekheurne, Enschede
Discover homes for sale in Buurtschap Broekheurne: a quiet rural area in Enschede with detached houses on spacious plots. View the current listings on this page.
House prices and market figures for Buurtschap Broekheurne, Enschede
The owner-occupied market in Buurtschap Broekheurne operates in a completely different price segment than the rest of Enschede. With an average purchase price of €1,056,667 over the past twelve months and a range of €725,000 to €1,650,000, this is clearly a neighbourhood for the higher segment. The average home sold had an area of 258 m², which works out to a price per square metre of around €4,100. A total of 6 homes were sold in the past year, making supply scarce.
The WOZ value is €559,000, well above the district average of €493,000 for Landelijk gebied en kernen and almost double the municipal average of €284,000 in Enschede. With 81% owner-occupied homes and zero housing association homes, this is predominantly private ownership. It is almost exclusively detached houses and country homes on spacious plots. Buying an apartment in Buurtschap Broekheurne is effectively not an option in this rural area. Check the current supply and asking prices at the top of this page for the most recent situation.
Living in Buurtschap Broekheurne, Enschede
Describing living in Buurtschap Broekheurne as "quiet" does it an injustice. This is rural area in the most literal sense of the word. The neighbourhood lies in the greenest part of the Enschede landscape, nestled between forests, heathlands and the Rutbeek, a recreational lake within walking distance. Resident Luuk sums it up succinctly: "Great walking with the dog, the Rutbeek nearby, lots of peace and quiet." That sense of distance from the city is not an afterthought here; it is the main reason people buy here.
Resident Jv perhaps captures the character of the neighbourhood even more aptly: "This area is truly rural. 5 minutes' walk to a swimming lake, 5 seconds' walk to trees, birds and squirrels." And then he adds that you are also within a short drive of shopping centres and other urban amenities. That contrast is precisely what makes Broekheurne special compared to other rural neighbourhoods in the region.
The homes in Broekheurne are almost all detached, often on large plots with their own trees and sometimes even their own meadows. The construction period varies widely: you will find both older farmhouses and characteristic country homes as well as newer villas built in recent decades. Terraced houses or apartments are not found here. The average home size of 258 m² already illustrates that space is the norm here, not the exception.
In terms of amenities, you need to be realistic. There are no supermarkets, schools or shops in Broekheurne itself. For daily groceries, you drive to the nearby village of Usselo or towards the south of Enschede. Primary schools are available in the surrounding villages. The resident scores also reflect this honestly: amenities score 6.5 out of 10, the lowest of all categories. If you are used to everything on your doorstep, this is not for you.
In terms of accessibility, a car is indispensable. A direct bus connection to the centre of Enschede is limited. By car, you can reach the centre of Enschede in about ten minutes, and the connection to the A35 towards Almelo and Hengelo is good. Cyclists will find beautiful routes through the rural area, but the distance to urban amenities for daily commuting by bike is considerable. The accessibility score of 8.0 suggests that residents do not see this as a major problem, presumably because most have consciously chosen this rural lifestyle.
Compared to neighbouring communities such as Buurtschap Usselo or Dorp Boekelo, Broekheurne has an even more exclusive character with higher prices and fewer sales per year. If you are looking for a bit more village liveliness but still want to live rurally, you could also consider Dorp Lonneker. More about the atmosphere, the neighbourhood and all resident experiences can be found on the information page of Buurtschap Broekheurne.
Who is a home for sale in Buurtschap Broekheurne interesting for?
Broekheurne is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers or young families with a limited budget. The entry price of €725,000 and the scarce supply of only a few homes per year make that clear. The neighbourhood mainly attracts movers and established buyers in the 45-plus age category, which is also visible in the demographic composition: the largest age group is 45-65 years. Dual-income households without school-age children or people consciously distancing themselves from the city feel at home here.
Be prepared for limited supply and sometimes fierce competition when something comes on the market. Buying a home in Buurtschap Broekheurne requires patience and a solid financial foundation. If you are unsure whether buying now is the right time, also check the rental homes in Buurtschap Broekheurne as a temporary alternative to get to know the neighbourhood first.
What residents say about Buurtschap Broekheurne
Residents give Buurtschap Broekheurne an overall score of 8.3 out of 10, based on 2 reviews. The highest scores go to safety (10.0), green spaces (9.5) and housing (9.5). These are exactly the things you expect from a quiet rural area. Resident Jv writes: "You open your door and you are in your own garden with trees where you encounter birds and squirrels. Then you think, this really is in the middle of nowhere." Amenities (6.5) and education (7.0) score lower, which fits the location far from urban functions. All reviews and sub-scores can be found on the neighbourhood page of Broekheurne.
Compare homes for sale in and around Buurtschap Broekheurne
On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Buurtschap Broekheurne combined with resident reviews, neighbourhood scores and district data from more than 1,500 sources, information you will not find in one place on other platforms. Want to compare within the region? Also check the supply in the wider district via homes for sale in Landelijk gebied en kernen, or search more broadly via homes for sale in Enschede. If you prefer a more urban setting, you can also look at Binnensingelgebied or Buurtschap Lonneker-West. For municipal information about the area, we refer to the website of the municipality of Enschede.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Buurtschap Broekheurne?
The average purchase price in Buurtschap Broekheurne over the past year was €1,056,667, with a range from €725,000 to €1,650,000. The average home had an area of 258 m², which works out to approximately €4,100 per square metre. These are almost exclusively detached houses and country estates; this is not a market for first-time buyers or those with a limited budget.
What is the WOZ value in Buurtschap Broekheurne?
The average WOZ value in Buurtschap Broekheurne is €559,000. This is clearly above the district average of €493,000 for Rural area and villages and nearly double the Enschede municipal average of €284,000. The high WOZ value reflects the spacious, detached homes on large plots that are characteristic of this rural area.
What is it like to live in Buurtschap Broekheurne?
Living in Buurtschap Broekheurne means choosing peace, space and nature. The neighbourhood is located in the rural area of Enschede, directly bordering forests and the Rutbeek recreational lake. Residents highly value safety (10.0), greenery (9.5) and housing quality (9.5). The overall neighbourhood score is 8.3 out of 10. If you want daily amenities within walking distance, you should know that they are not here: for groceries and schools, you drive to nearby villages.
Is Buurtschap Broekheurne suitable for families with children?
Broekheurne is attractive for families who consciously choose space and nature, but parents must take into account the lack of schools and play facilities in the neighbourhood itself. Primary schools are available in nearby villages such as Usselo and southern Enschede. The demographic composition shows that the neighbourhood mainly attracts people over 45, often households without children living at home. Families with young children more often choose a neighbourhood with more direct amenities.
How accessible is Buurtschap Broekheurne?
A car is essential in Buurtschap Broekheurne. By car, you can reach the centre of Enschede in about ten minutes, and the connection to the A35 towards Almelo and Hengelo is easily accessible. Public transport is limited in this rural area. Residents give accessibility a score of 8.0 out of 10, which suggests that most residents do not see this as a major drawback, presumably because they have consciously chosen the countryside lifestyle.
What type of homes are for sale in Buurtschap Broekheurne?
The supply in Buurtschap Broekheurne consists almost exclusively of detached houses: from characteristic farmhouses and country estates to newer villas on spacious plots. Buying an apartment in Buurtschap Broekheurne is practically impossible; this type of housing is completely absent here. The average sold home had an area of 258 m². Supply is scarce: on average, only a few homes are sold per year.
How safe is Buurtschap Broekheurne?
Safety is the highest-rated feature of Buurtschap Broekheurne: residents give it a perfect score of 10.0 out of 10. The low building density, the rural character and the limited through traffic contribute to a sense of peace and safety. Nuisance or crime are not mentioned as points of concern in resident reviews.
Great walking with the dog, the Rutbeek nearby, lots of peace and quiet!
Auto-translated to English by AIThis area is truly rural. 5 minutes' walk to a swimming pond, 5 seconds' walk to trees, birds and squirrels. Only 5 seconds? That's right, you open your door and you're in your own garden with trees where you find this. Then you think, this is really in the middle of nowhere. Here's the fun part: 5 minutes by car or 10 minutes by bike and you're in a large shopping centre with 3 supermarkets, clothing stores and whatever else you need. It's a neighbourhood where neighbourliness still prevails, rubbish rarely lies on the ground and if it does, there's always someone who will clean it up. Of course, you can also do that yourself. Because it's a rural area, there are many through streets and you can literally travel from north to south and from east to west. Public transport is a bit less organised, but you don't need it either. If you have small children, there is a small primary school, but they do work with combined classes. Hence the lower score.
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