Homes for sale in Glanerbrug en omgeving, Enschede
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Glanerbrug and the surrounding area and discover if this Enschede border neighbourhood suits you.
What does a home in Glanerbrug and surroundings cost?
The owner-occupied market in Glanerbrug and surroundings is firmly anchored: 64% of the more than 7,100 homes are owner-occupied. The average WOZ value is €288,000, slightly above the Enschede average of €284,000. Looking at actual transaction prices, the average purchase price over the past twelve months was €372,611, with a range from €184,500 to €695,000. So there are opportunities for both first-time buyers and those moving up. The average living area of 126 m² indicates a mix of spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses, and a smaller share of apartments. Check the overview at the top of this page for the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.
Living in Glanerbrug: neighbourliness, nature, and honest caveats
Glanerbrug lies on the eastern edge of Enschede, close to the German border. It is a neighbourhood where you quickly leave the city behind: heading south and east, you step straight into the patchwork landscape, and the Hulsbeek is within cycling distance. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Glanerbrug and surroundings give the area a 7.5 out of 10. Safety, green spaces, and education score notably high (all three an 8.2). Resident Jolanda puts it aptly: "Neighbourliness is a thing here; we keep an eye on everything. You pop in at the neighbours' for a cup of coffee." That sense of community is tangible in the older cores around Gronausestraat and in neighbourhoods like Glanerveld and Dolphia.
At the same time, not everyone is unreservedly positive. The score for amenities, at 5.8, is the lowest sub-score. One resident notes that there are "few amenities" and "nothing to do." That is partly true: Glanerbrug has basic amenities along Gronausestraat, think an Albert Heijn, an Aldi, a GP, and several primary schools such as Liander and Het Kompas. But for extensive shopping or dining out, you rely on Enschede city centre. By bike, you are there in about fifteen to twenty minutes, as resident Oliver confirms. Bus line 9 of Twents connects Glanerbrug with Enschede station, and via the N35 and the nearby A35/A1 you are quickly on the motorway towards Hengelo or Oldenzaal. The border crossing to Gronau also offers an extra dimension: German supermarkets and the Drielandenmeer are a stone's throw away.
The newer neighbourhoods Eilermarke and Oikos attract mainly young families with modern owner-occupied homes and spacious plots. In Schipholt-Glanermaten you find a mix of 1970s and 1980s homes, often with large gardens. The contrast with the older village core is stark: there you have families who have lived there for generations, while in the new-build neighbourhoods there is more turnover. One resident complains that you "still don't know your neighbours after two years." That difference in atmosphere is good to know if you want to buy a home here.
Does Glanerbrug suit you as a buyer?
With an entry price around €184,500, buying an apartment in Glanerbrug and surroundings is achievable for first-time buyers, especially given the average disposable income of €31,900 in the neighbourhood. Families with children form the largest group of households (2,935) and find space, schools, and greenery here. Those moving up who want more square metres than possible in Binnensingelgebied or Hogeland-Velve will do well here. Do take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees quickly add up to several thousand euros. The limited level of amenities is an honest point of attention. Is buying (not yet) an option? Then check out the rental homes in Glanerbrug and surroundings as an alternative.
Searching for an owner-occupied home in Glanerbrug and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and district statistics, so you not only buy a home but also know what it is really like to live there. Feel free to compare Glanerbrug with other neighbourhoods in Enschede, such as Boswinkel-Stadsveld or Twekkelerveld. More information about living and life in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Enschede.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Glanerbrug and surrounding area?
The average purchase price over the past twelve months was €372,611. The cheapest homes sold for around €184,500, while the most expensive transactions went up to €695,000. The average living area is 126 m².
What is the WOZ value of a home in Glanerbrug and surrounding area?
The average WOZ value in Glanerbrug and surrounding area is €288,000. That is slightly higher than the municipal average of Enschede (€284,000). The WOZ value partly determines your municipal taxes and is often lower than the actual sale price.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Glanerbrug?
In addition to the purchase price, budget for 2% transfer tax (for non-first-time buyers), notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs, and possibly estate agent commission. In total, the purchaser's costs (k.k.) amount to around 4 to 6% of the purchase price.
Are there good schools and amenities if I buy a house in Glanerbrug and surrounding area?
Glanerbrug has several primary schools, including De Liander and Het Kompas. Residents rate education at 8.2 out of 10. Daily groceries can be done at Albert Heijn or Aldi on Gronausestraat. For more extensive shopping or secondary schools, you travel to the centre of Enschede, about 15 minutes by bike.
Who is buying a home in Glanerbrug and surrounding area suitable for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts families with children due to the spacious homes, greenery and relatively affordable prices. First-time buyers find entry-level homes from around €184,500. Movers seeking more space than in Enschede's city centre benefit from the average living area of 126 m². Seniors appreciate the tranquillity, but should take into account the limited range of amenities.
Nice, neat and quiet neighbourhood. Lots of greenery, few high-rise buildings, which I really like. We ourselves live in an apartment where we feel at home. The neighbours in our apartment are all older Enschede residents and Glanerbrug residents. Nice complex to live in. The view from our apartment is beautiful, lots of greenery, and you can easily walk into the countryside. However, the shops, apart from a few, are further away. I personally find that a disadvantage. You really need transport if you want to go somewhere. Not everyone can cycle or has a car. I feel safe here; in the 6 years I've lived here, I personally haven't experienced anything that could give an unsafe feeling. You also don't see groups of young people hanging around here.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly and social neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIt used to be nice and cosy. Now all kinds of people move in whom you still don't know after 2 years. Few amenities, nothing to do here. Nature is being destroyed by rich stickers who want to build a house.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for about 4 years now and so far I haven't had any problems. It has a beautiful natural environment and it's not too far from certain amenities. By bike, you can reach the city in about 15/20 minutes. However, there are no special amenities within walking distance, just a supermarket, New York Pizza, and a few football fields. That's not really a problem, of course.
Auto-translated to English by AII was born here, many people I grew up with still live here. Neighbourliness is a thing here, we keep an eye on everything. And for a cup of coffee you just pop in to the neighbours. Here it's 'we know each other'.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbours are very friendly, I live on a very nice street. Basic amenities like supermarkets are very close by, which is very convenient. It is annoying though that if I want to go to the station, I have to travel far.
Auto-translated to English by AISince a few months I have discovered that neighbours are very sneaky. I will have lived here for 10 years in December, never had any problem with the neighbours, but since a few weeks they feel the need to violate my privacy by filming my house and seeing who comes and goes. Very unfortunate, I thought I could live well here, but it turns out they are afraid of me and my guests. They chat pleasantly with you, but behind your back, very sad such people.
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