Homes for sale in Emmerhout, Emmen
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Purchase prices in Emmerhout: more affordable than the municipal average
Of the more than 3,700 homes in Emmerhout, 46% are owner-occupied, the rest are rental, a large proportion of which are owned by housing associations. This rental character is noticeable in the neighbourhood: the supply of owner-occupied homes is more limited than in some other Emmen neighbourhoods, but prices are relatively accessible. The average WOZ value in Emmerhout is €185,000, clearly below the municipal average of €240,000 for Emmen as a whole. Over the past twelve months, 54 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €257,935, with a range of €147,500 to €695,000. This spread shows that both entry-level homes and larger owner-occupied houses are available. The supply consists mainly of single-family homes from the post-war construction period. For current asking prices and selling times, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Emmerhout: green, quiet and with its own character
Emmerhout is a neighbourhood you won't quickly forget once you've spent an afternoon there. The neighbourhood is laid out as a wooded residential area on the east side of Emmen, with plenty of greenery between the streets and a quiet atmosphere that residents clearly appreciate. On Buurtje.nl, Emmerhout scores an 8.1 out of 10, based on resident reviews. Martine describes it as a "nice, cosy neighbourhood where everyone is welcome and people are not unfriendly." The partial score for greenery stands out at 9.7, and that's accurate: the Emmerhout forest effectively continues into the neighbourhood itself, with walking and cycling paths you can step into from your front door. Safety and accessibility both score 7.7, which is a solid rating for a residential neighbourhood in a medium-sized city.
Facilities are practically arranged. De Weiert shopping centre is within walking distance and offers a supermarket, pharmacy and various shops for daily groceries. For a larger selection, the centre of Emmen is easily accessible. Primary schools are present in the neighbourhood itself, which explains the education score of 8.5. There is also plenty to do sport-wise: the neighbourhood has several sports clubs nearby and the green character invites running and cycling. For families with children, that is a practical advantage you don't see on paper but notice every day in practice.
In terms of accessibility, Emmerhout is well connected. Bus lines run to the centre of Emmen and to Emmen station, from where you can travel by train towards Zwolle. By car, you can reach the motorway quickly via the N34 and N391. The travel time to Groningen or Assen by car is roughly three-quarters of an hour. If you are considering buying in the region, you can also look at villages such as Nieuw-Dordrecht or Barger-Compascuum, which have a different character but similar price levels. Emmer-Compascuum and Nieuw-Weerdinge are also worth exploring if you find the peace of the Drenthe countryside appealing. The municipality provides more information about living and facilities in the region at emmen.nl.
For whom is buying in Emmerhout a good choice?
Emmerhout mainly appeals to first-time buyers and home-movers looking for an affordable owner-occupied home in a quiet, green environment. The entry price of around €147,500 makes buying a home in Emmerhout achievable even for first-time buyers, although you must take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary fees. The supply is not huge, so acting quickly pays off. Seniors also feel at home here given the peace and greenery. If you are still unsure whether now is the right time to buy, you can also look at rental homes in Emmerhout as a temporary alternative.
Finding owner-occupied homes in Emmerhout via Buurtje.nl
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you choose not just a house but also a neighbourhood. View the overview at the top for the most recent owner-occupied homes in Emmerhout, or explore related neighbourhoods such as Roswinkel for comparison. For the broader supply in the municipality, you can visit the page with owner-occupied homes in Emmen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Emmerhout?
Over the past twelve months, 54 homes were sold in Emmerhout with an average purchase price of €257,935. The range ran from €147,500 to €695,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and larger owner-occupied houses are available. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €185,000, clearly lower than the municipal average of €240,000.
What additional costs should I consider when buying a home in Emmerhout?
In addition to the purchase price, as a non-first-time buyer you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. First-time buyers under 35 with a purchase price below the national threshold are exempt from this. Furthermore, you must account for notary costs, appraisal costs and possible estate agent fees, together quickly adding €3,000 to €6,000 extra. A structural survey is certainly advisable for older post-war homes in Emmerhout.
What types of homes are for sale in Emmerhout?
The supply of owner-occupied homes in Emmerhout consists mainly of single-family homes from the post-war construction period, such as terraced houses and semi-detached houses. The average sold home had an area of 111 m². Buying apartments in Emmerhout is less common; the supply for that is more limited than in the centre of Emmen.
How accessible is Emmerhout for commuters?
Emmerhout is located on the east side of Emmen and is well accessible by bus towards the centre and Emmen station. From Emmen station you travel by train via Zwolle to the rest of the Netherlands. By car you are quickly on the motorway via the N34; Assen and Groningen are about a 45-minute drive away. The neighbourhood scores a 7.7 for accessibility in resident reviews.
Are there good schools nearby for families looking for a home in Emmerhout?
Yes, Emmerhout has primary schools within the neighbourhood, which makes it attractive for families with young children. Residents give education a score of 8.5 on Buurtje.nl, one of the higher subscores for the neighbourhood. For secondary education, schools in the centre of Emmen are easily accessible.
Nice cosy neighbourhood, everyone welcome and not unfriendly
Auto-translated to English by AIa very good neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is generally quiet, with a drug user here and there, but you get that everywhere. There is plenty of green, shops within walking distance, and the city centre is easily reachable by bus or bike. They've also thought about the children, which is always nice, and we are surrounded by forest, so if you enjoy a walk or have dogs, you can easily go into the woods – what more could you want? Downside: the housing association doesn't consider what kind of people they place. For example, I have a neighbour next to me who causes enormous nuisance, a heavy hard drug addict, spent 13 years in prison, and a TBS patient or ex-TBS patient. The man is 53, has never lived on his own, and is just thrown in without supervision, which is obviously asking for trouble. I've lived next to him for 19 months now, don't get a wink of sleep at night because he's active then, and the housing association says they don't know what to do with him, and the police in Emmen don't even come because, in our opinion, they're simply afraid of him. This is the only downside, but it's probably a national issue, as you see on TV that organisations, housing associations, and the police work at cross purposes, and as a result, help often comes too late. Other than that, I really enjoy living here.
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