Homes for sale in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen, Emmen
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House prices and market figures Emmer-Erfscheidenveen, Emmen
Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is a pronounced home-owning neighbourhood: as much as 88% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, compared to just 12% rental. That says something about the character of the neighbourhood. The average WOZ value is €275,000, which is noticeably higher than the average for the broader district Emmer-Compascuum (€235,000) and also higher than the municipal average of Emmen (€240,000). The neighbourhood clearly stands out above its surroundings in terms of value.
Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is €412,944, with a range from €199,500 to €525,000. This indicates that both more modest homes and more spacious owner-occupied houses can be found. With an average living area of 189 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €2,185. That is on the higher side for Drenthe standards, but fits the type of spacious detached and semi-detached homes that predominate here. Buying apartments in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is hardly an option; the supply consists almost entirely of ground-based homes. Check the current supply and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Living in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen, Emmen
Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is not a neighbourhood you drive through without noticing. It is a long ribbon development along the former peat canals, with a green and open character that strongly differs from the more closed residential areas elsewhere in the municipality. The neighbourhood has roots in the peat colonial history of Drenthe: the straight canal structure, the elongated plots and the wide gaps between homes are still visible.
The buildings are mixed. You will find older, characteristic farmhouses and homes from the first half of the twentieth century alongside detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. New construction is scarce. The plots are generally spacious, with large gardens, and the homes are not on top of each other. This attracts a specific audience: people who want space, seek peace and are not dependent on urban amenities within walking distance.
Because let's be honest: Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is not a neighbourhood with a bustling shopping centre around the corner. For daily groceries, you rely on Emmer-Compascuum, the neighbouring village with a modest shopping street and a supermarket. For a wider range, hospital care or larger shops, you drive to Emmen, about twenty minutes by car via the N391. A train station is lacking in the immediate vicinity; the nearest station is Emmen, accessible by bus or car. Bus line 71 connects the neighbourhood with Emmer-Compascuum and Emmen, but the frequency is limited. A car is not a luxury here but a necessity.
Children attend primary school in Emmer-Compascuum; secondary education is also available in the village or in Emmen. Sports clubs are plentiful in the region, including football and other team sports in Emmer-Compascuum. Nature is the big asset: the surrounding peat landscape, the canal banks and the proximity of extensive cycling and walking routes through the Drenthe countryside make the neighbourhood attractive for people who want to live in the countryside.
Residents particularly appreciate the peace, space and sense of community. On the neighbourhood page of Emmer-Erfscheidenveen you can read what residents themselves write. One resident describes it like this: "You really feel like you live in the countryside here, but still not too far from everything. The neighbours know each other and that's nice." Criticism focuses mainly on the limited public transport connections and the lack of amenities within walking distance. That is an honest picture of a rural ribbon-shaped neighbourhood in Drenthe.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods like Foxel or Hoofdkanaal, Emmer-Erfscheidenveen has a distinctly more rural character and higher average house prices. Those looking for more village allure with slightly more amenities nearby can also look at Emmer-Compascuum-Centrum. The broader context can be found on the page about the district Emmer-Compascuum.
Who is a home in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen interesting for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts movers and people in the age category 45 to 65, who form the largest group among the more than 1,780 residents. These are often people who consciously choose space, peace and a larger home after a previous purchase step. First-time buyers will find it difficult: with an average purchase price of over €412,000 and little supply under €200,000, buying a house in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is financially challenging for those just starting out. The number of transactions per year is limited (9 in the past year), which means you have to act quickly when something becomes available. Buying an apartment in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is virtually impossible; the supply consists almost exclusively of ground-based owner-occupied homes. Those who doubt whether buying is the right time now can also look at the rental homes in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen as a temporary alternative.
What residents say about Emmer-Erfscheidenveen
Residents of Emmer-Erfscheidenveen rate their neighbourhood predominantly positively, particularly in terms of peace, greenery and the atmosphere in the neighbourhood. Social cohesion is often mentioned as a plus point. One resident writes: "It is quiet here, green and people know each other. Exactly what I was looking for after years in a busy city." Residents are less enthusiastic about the limited public transport connections and the lack of shops and catering within walking distance. View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of the neighbourhood.
Compare homes for sale in and around Emmer-Erfscheidenveen
Buurtje.nl bundles housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews that you won't find anywhere else on a purchase page. This way you can not only compare the supply, but also assess whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to search more broadly? Then look at homes for sale in Emmer-Compascuum as a district, or explore other parts of the municipality via homes for sale in Emmen. Those who want to look a bit further will find interesting alternatives in Barger-Compascuum or Nieuw-Dordrecht. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Emmen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a house in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
The average purchase price in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen over the past year was €412,944, with a range from €199,500 to €525,000. The average living area is 189 m², resulting in a price of approximately €2,185 per square metre. The supply consists almost exclusively of spacious ground-floor homes; a house at the lower end of the market is scarce.
What is the WOZ value in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
The average WOZ value in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is €275,000. This is significantly higher than the average for the Emmer-Compascuum district (€235,000) and also above the municipal average of Emmen (€240,000). The neighbourhood thus scores relatively high in the region, which is linked to the spacious, often detached houses on large plots.
What is it like to live in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
Living in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen means choosing peace, space and a rural character. The neighbourhood has a peat-colony ribbon character with spacious plots and low building density. Residents appreciate the tranquillity and social atmosphere, but are more critical of the limited public transport connections and the lack of amenities within walking distance. A car is almost indispensable.
Is Emmer-Erfscheidenveen suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood is certainly suitable for families who consciously choose space and a quiet environment. There is a primary school accessible in nearby Emmer-Compascuum and secondary education is available in the region. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years, indicating that it attracts more movers than young families. Young families with children do live there, but are less dominant in the population composition.
How accessible is Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is located along the N391 and is connected to the centre of Emmen by car in about twenty minutes. There is no train station in the neighbourhood itself; the nearest station is Emmen. By bus, the neighbourhood is accessible via bus line 71, but the frequency is limited. Anyone wanting to buy here must reckon with a car as the primary means of transport.
What types of homes are for sale in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
The supply in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen consists almost entirely of ground-floor owner-occupied homes: detached houses, semi-detached houses and occasionally a farmhouse or characteristic dwelling. Buying apartments in Emmer-Erfscheidenveen is hardly possible. The construction period varies from older, historic buildings from the first half of the twentieth century to detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. New construction is rare.
Is there a lot of greenery and nature near Emmer-Erfscheidenveen?
Yes, the location in the former peat area of Drenthe makes Emmer-Erfscheidenveen a green and open neighbourhood. The canal banks, the surrounding agricultural landscape and the proximity of extensive cycling and walking routes through the Drenthe countryside are for many residents an important reason to live here. Urban greenery such as parks is hardly present, but the open space around the neighbourhood more than compensates for that.
