Homes for sale in Elim Kern, Hoogeveen

House prices and market figures Elim Kern, Hoogeveen

The owner-occupied market in Elim Kern is predominantly a home-owning neighbourhood: 63% of the 693 homes are owned, the rest are rented, most of which through a housing association. The average WOZ value is €239,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of Elim (€287,000) and the municipal average of Hoogeveen (€256,000). That difference says something about the type of housing that dominates here: relatively many ground-floor single-family homes from the post-war period and the 1970s and 1980s, with a modest but solid appearance.

If we look at the actual sale prices over the past twelve months, the picture is more nuanced. Of the nine homes sold, an average of €415,444 was paid, with a range of €240,000 to €610,000. This indicates a varied supply: from simpler terraced houses to more spacious detached homes. The average living area was 171 m², which works out to a price of around €2,430 per m². Current asking prices and the average time on market can be found at the top of this page.

Living in Elim Kern, Hoogeveen

Elim Kern is a quiet, village-like ribbon in the municipality of Hoogeveen. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for big-city dynamism or a trendy shopping street, but that is not what people are looking for here either. The core of Elim has a distinct character: ribbon development along the Hoofdstraat, plenty of greenery between the houses, spacious plots and a pace that clearly differs from the city. The neighbourhood has about 1,545 residents, divided among households where families with children form the largest group.

The housing stock consists largely of detached homes and semi-detached houses, supplemented by a row of older homes dating from the reconstruction period and the 1970s. The homes generally have a spacious plot and a garage or driveway, which is a clear plus for families and people who appreciate space. New construction is scarce in Elim Kern itself, although there is building in the broader municipality of Hoogeveen.

Facilities are limited in the core itself, but that is intentional. A primary school and a community centre are within cycling distance, and for daily shopping you quickly drive to the centre of Hoogeveen, about five kilometres away. There you will find supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl, a shopping centre and further amenities. Sports clubs in the area offer football, tennis and other activities for families. The neighbourhood borders the rural area of Drenthe, meaning walking and cycling routes literally start at your doorstep.

In terms of accessibility, Elim Kern is dependent on the car for most journeys. The N375 connects the neighbourhood to Hoogeveen, from where you can drive via the A28 towards Zwolle or Groningen. Hoogeveen has its own train station with connections to Zwolle and Emmen, about ten minutes away by car. Bus line 23 runs through the area, but the frequency is limited, so a car is practically not a luxury.

Residents most appreciate the peace and space. On the neighbourhood main page of Elim Kern you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You really live out here, but you are in Hoogeveen in no time. That balance is exactly what we were looking for." Criticism sometimes focuses on the limited public transport and the distance to larger facilities. For comparison with surrounding neighbourhoods: Verspreide huizen Elim-Noord and Verspreide huizen Elim-Zuid have an even more rural character, with more scattered buildings and less village structure. Elim Kern has more cohesion as a core in comparison.

Does a home for sale in Elim Kern suit you?

Elim Kern mainly attracts families and home-movers who want space, a garden, and a quiet environment outside the city, without being too far from Hoogeveen. The average purchase price of over €415,000 makes the neighbourhood less accessible for starters with a limited budget, although the lower end of the market from €240,000 still offers entry options. Seniors looking to downsize will find less suitable supply here: buying an apartment in Elim Kern is virtually not an option, the supply consists almost entirely of ground-floor homes. If you are looking for rental homes in Elim Kern, there are also rental options in the neighbourhood. Keep in mind that supply is limited: only nine homes were sold in the past year, so you need patience or the ability to act quickly.

What residents say about Elim Kern

Residents of Elim Kern generally rate their neighbourhood positively, particularly in terms of peace, greenery and the social atmosphere in the core. Higher scores come back on safety and living environment, while facilities and accessibility by public transport score somewhat lower. One resident describes it as follows: "Elim Kern is not for everyone, but if you love space and silence, you won't want to live anywhere else." View all reviews and partial scores on the neighbourhood overview page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Elim Kern

Buurtje.nl bundles current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to search more broadly? Then view the supply in the entire district via homes for sale in Elim, or explore other districts such as Hollandscheveld and Fluitenberg. For a complete overview of the municipality, see the supply of homes for sale in Hoogeveen. More information about living and facilities in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Hoogeveen.