Homes for sale in Roombeek-Roomveldje, Enschede

House prices and market figures for Roombeek-Roomveldje, Enschede

The owner-occupied market in Roombeek-Roomveldje is notably strong compared to the rest of Enschede-Noord. While the average WOZ value in the district Enschede-Noord is €271,000, in Roombeek-Roomveldje it is €345,000. This neighbourhood also scores significantly higher than the municipal average of €284,000. This is reflected in actual sale prices: over the past twelve months, 38 homes were sold here at an average purchase price of €502,316. The range runs from €225,000 to €979,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger family homes are available. With an average living area of 132 m², this works out at around €3,800 per square metre. Approximately 47% of the housing stock is privately owned; the rest is rental housing, partly from housing associations. The supply consists mainly of ground-floor homes, including terraced houses and detached houses in largely post-war and partly newer construction. For current asking prices and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Roombeek-Roomveldje, Enschede

Roombeek-Roomveldje is not an average Enschede neighbourhood. The district still bears the scars of the 2000 fireworks disaster, which destroyed a large part of the old buildings. What has replaced it is striking: a carefully redeveloped residential area with a mix of modern architecture, wide streets, plenty of greenery at street level, and a relatively young housing stock. This makes the neighbourhood recognisably different from the surrounding areas in Enschede-Noord.

The atmosphere is predominantly quiet and residential. You won't find busy shopping streets here, but daily amenities are well catered for. Supermarkets, primary schools and childcare are within cycling distance, and Roombeekpark offers space for outdoor activities. The Museumsquartier, including the Rijksmuseum Twenthe and the Roombeek Art and Culture Centre, is within walking distance and gives the neighbourhood a cultural edge that you find less in areas like Bolhaar or Deppenbroek.

Accessibility is one of Roombeek-Roomveldje's strongest points. Residents give it a perfect score of 10 out of 10 for accessibility. The centre of Enschede can be reached by bike in about ten minutes. Bus connections via Roombeekweg and surrounding routes link the neighbourhood to the central station, from where trains depart towards Hengelo, Almelo and the German border. By car, the A35 is quickly accessible via the N18.

The population structure shows that the largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, followed by the 45 to 65 age group. There are relatively many single-person households, but families with children are also well represented. The education level is high: 43% of residents have completed higher education, and the labour participation rate is 64%. This gives the neighbourhood an active, engaged character.

On the neighbourhood main page of Roombeek-Roomveldje you will find all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood data. The overall rating is 8.6 out of 10. Resident Kachow describes the atmosphere as "quiet and making arrangements" and explains: "Everything that happens in terms of nuisance is discussed, like playing music with a speaker, and how you can find a solution together." That says something about the mutual interaction in the neighbourhood: not anonymous, but not intrusive either. The community score (7.0) and green score (6.0) are the lowest sub-scores, indicating that there is room for improvement in those areas. The municipality of Enschede has plans for further greening in the area; more information can be found at enschede.nl.

Does a home for sale in Roombeek-Roomveldje suit you as a buyer?

Roombeek-Roomveldje attracts buyers who consciously choose a modern, well-connected neighbourhood with a quiet residential atmosphere, close to the centre of Enschede. The average purchase price of over €500,000 makes the neighbourhood less accessible for starters with a limited budget, but the range from €225,000 to €979,000 shows that starter homes are also available. Upsizers and dual-income earners with a preference for a finished, relatively new home will quickly feel at home here. Families benefit from the proximity of primary schools and the park. Would you like to first explore whether renting is an option? Also check the rental homes in Roombeek-Roomveldje as an alternative. Keep in mind that the supply of homes for sale is limited: with 38 transactions in a year, the market is not large, which may mean you need to act quickly when something becomes available.

What residents say about Roombeek-Roomveldje

Roombeek-Roomveldje scores 8.6 out of 10 based on resident reviews. The highest scores go to accessibility (10), beauty (10) and education (10). The community score (7.0) and green score (6.0) are slightly lower, but give no cause for concern. Resident Kachow writes: "Everything that happens in terms of nuisance is discussed, like playing music with a speaker, and how you can find a solution together." A neighbourhood where people talk to each other, in short. View all reviews and neighbourhood scores on the page of Roombeek-Roomveldje.

Compare homes for sale in and around Roombeek-Roomveldje

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