Homes for sale in Emmerschans, Emmen
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House prices in Emmerschans: well above the Emmen average
Emmerschans is a prime owner-occupied neighbourhood: 58% of the 480 homes are privately owned, which is relatively high for Emmen. The average WOZ value is €269,000, significantly higher than the municipal average of €240,000. This difference is also reflected in transaction prices: in the past twelve months, seven homes were sold with an average purchase price of €476,714. The range ran from €435,000 to €525,000, with an average living area of 148 m². These are spacious, predominantly detached or semi-detached houses, not apartments. For the current supply and average asking price, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Anyone looking for a home to buy in Emmerschans will therefore pay clearly more than elsewhere in Emmen. This has to do with the type of homes and the location, but also with the relative tranquillity and green surroundings that characterise the neighbourhood. If you compare this with homes for sale in Emmen as a whole, Emmerschans sits at the upper end of the market.
Living in Emmerschans: green, quiet and a stone's throw from the city
Emmerschans has the character of an everyday residential neighbourhood that doesn't stand out but is pleasant to live in. The streets are spacious, there is plenty of greenery between the homes, and it is remarkably quiet for a neighbourhood so close to the centre of Emmen. The residents are predominantly 45-plus, with a sizeable group of families with children. This is reflected in the atmosphere: little nuisance, little turnover in the streets, people know each other.
On the neighbourhood page of Emmerschans you will find resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood data. Residents particularly appreciate the tranquillity and space around the homes. A recurring point in the reviews is the accessibility of daily amenities: they are there, but you are dependent on the car or bicycle. The nearest shopping centre for daily groceries can be found in the adjacent neighbourhoods; the centre of Emmen is a few minutes away by bike. For larger purchases or a night out, you'll quickly head to the city centre. Primary schools are available in the immediate vicinity, and Emmen is well provided for secondary education. Sports facilities are also available: football, tennis and other clubs in the surrounding neighbourhoods are easily accessible.
In terms of accessibility, Emmerschans is well connected to the rest of Emmen. Emmen station is within cycling distance and offers connections to Zwolle and Groningen. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway via the N34 and A37. Bus services run through the neighbourhood towards the centre. If you are considering buying in a neighbourhood with a slightly different character, you could also look at Nieuw-Dordrecht or Barger-Compascuum, two neighbourhoods in the same municipality with their own atmosphere and generally different price levels. Emmer-Compascuum is also worth comparing if you are looking for a bit more space outside the city. The municipality of Emmen itself publishes up-to-date information about living and amenities via emmen.nl.
For whom is buying in Emmerschans a good choice?
Emmerschans mainly attracts movers and families who want space without leaving the city. The homes are large, the prices are steep by Drenthe standards, and supply is limited: seven transactions in a year says enough. Overbidding is not the norm, but negotiating with a lot of leeway is not either. In addition to the purchase price, factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary fees and possible estate agent fees. First-time buyers with a smaller budget would do well to also look at rental homes in Emmerschans as an alternative.
Searching for a home to buy in Emmerschans: how to use this page
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it's really like to live there. Use the filters at the top for price, surface area and energy label. Also look at similar options in Nieuw-Weerdinge or Roswinkel if you want to broaden your orientation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a home in Emmerschans?
In the past twelve months, seven homes were sold in Emmerschans, with an average purchase price of €476,714. Prices ranged from €435,000 to €525,000. This is significantly higher than the municipal average WOZ value of €240,000, reflecting the relatively high quality of the housing stock in this neighbourhood.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Emmerschans?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price, unless you are under 35 and buying your first home. Furthermore, there are notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees if you use a buying agent. For a home around €476,000, the additional costs can quickly amount to €15,000 or more.
What types of homes can you buy in Emmerschans?
The supply in Emmerschans mainly consists of spacious single-family homes, such as detached houses and semi-detached houses. The average living area of sold homes over the past year was 148 m². Buying an apartment in Emmerschans is hardly an option; it is a neighbourhood characterised by ground-based homes with gardens.
How accessible is Emmerschans by public transport and car?
Emmerschans is located close to the centre of Emmen, making Emmen station within cycling distance. From that station, you can take the train towards Zwolle or Groningen. By car, the neighbourhood is well connected via the N34 and A37. Bus services connect the neighbourhood with the city centre of Emmen.
Is Emmerschans a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home as a family?
Living in Emmerschans particularly appeals to families and those aged 45 and over. The neighbourhood is quiet, green, and has little turnover among residents. Primary schools are nearby, and secondary education is easily accessible in the centre of Emmen. The limited supply, averaging seven transactions per year, does mean you need to act quickly when something becomes available.
