Homes for sale in Centrum, Assen

Purchase prices in Centrum Assen: what do you actually pay here?

Of the 4,303 homes in the Centrum of Assen, 40% are owner-occupied, the remaining 60% are rental, a large part of which is owned by housing associations. This makes the owner-occupied segment relatively limited, and this is reflected in the prices. Over the past twelve months, 56 homes changed hands, at an average purchase price of €459,188. The range runs from €169,000 to €1,375,000, indicating that both entry-level apartments and spacious, characterful properties come onto the market. The average WOZ value is €270,000, slightly below the municipal average of €278,000 for Assen as a whole. That difference is remarkable, because the average selling price is actually significantly higher, pointing to a mix of smaller rental homes that pull the WOZ down and larger owner-occupied homes that push the selling price up. The current supply and the average asking price can be found at the top of this page.

Living in Centrum Assen: station around the corner, statues as neighbours

Residents give the Centrum of Assen a 7.8 out of 10, based on experiences of people who live there daily. Notably high scores are for community (9.0), green spaces (9.0) and housing (9.0). Safety and beauty score lower, both at 7.0. Resident Ellynoor Taal describes her neighbourhood as fantastic and tells about her special neighbour: a large dog in the form of a statue near the station, just a five-minute walk away. She lives on a street of non-commissioned officers' homes, which immediately typifies the character of part of the Centrum: historic building layers, characterful properties, not an ordinary new-build estate. Read more experiences and view all neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Centrum.

Facilities are plentiful. The city centre itself is the shopping street, with supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo within walking distance, supplemented by specialist shops, eateries and weekly market days on the Brink. For education, the neighbourhood scores a 6.0, indicating that the provision exists but is not exceptionally strong. Primary schools are to be found in the immediate vicinity, secondary schools a bit further away. The Drents Museum and the TT Circuit Assen are well-known attractions that define the cultural and recreational offering of the municipality. Within Centrum itself, the neighbourhoods have strong characters: the Erfgoedkwartier breathes history, the Cultureelkwartier has a different atmosphere, and those looking for more green spaces look towards Asserbos or Zuiderpark.

Accessibility scores an 8.0 and that is justified. Assen Station is a five-minute walk from large parts of the Centrum, with direct intercity connections to Groningen (approximately 20 minutes) and Zwolle (approximately 35 minutes). By car, you quickly join the A28, which connects Assen with Groningen and Zwolle. Bus services run regularly through the centre. Those considering buying a bit further outside the centre can also look at neighbourhoods such as Noorderpark or Lariks, which have a quieter character but still have good access to city facilities. More information about living and residing in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Assen.

For which buyers is buying in Centrum Assen a good choice?

The Centrum particularly attracts singles and couples: more than half of the households are single-person households. Seniors (65+) form the largest age group, which explains the quiet atmosphere in parts of the neighbourhood. For starters, buying an apartment in Centrum is a realistic option at the lower end of the market, but expect stiff competition for attractively priced homes. Don't forget the additional costs: transfer tax, notary fees and possible estate agent fees quickly add up to 5 to 6 percent above the purchase price. Those still unsure whether buying is the right time can also look at rental homes in Centrum as a temporary alternative.

Searching for an owner-occupied home in Centrum Assen

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see a home but also understand what it means to live there. Also compare the supply in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Assen-Oost or Assen-West, or view the complete overview of owner-occupied homes in Assen.