Homes for sale in Stevenfenne, Enschede

House prices and market figures Stevenfenne, Enschede

The owner-occupied market in Stevenfenne is relatively modest in size: only 38% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to 62% rental. This high rental percentage, largely in the hands of housing associations (47%), makes the supply of owner-occupied homes scarce and gives the market a specific character. The average WOZ value is €209,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of Boswinkel - Stadsveld (€249,000) and the municipal average of Enschede (€284,000). Stevenfenne is thus one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the city.

Over the past twelve months, 28 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €299,107. The range runs from €209,000 to €419,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger owner-occupied houses are available. With an average living area of 95 m², this works out to a price of approximately €3,148 per square metre. The supply consists mainly of ground-floor homes from the post-war period. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times.

Living in Stevenfenne, Enschede

Stevenfenne is a neighbourhood you wouldn't quickly compare to the trendy districts closer to Enschede's centre. It is a typical working-class neighbourhood in the best sense of the word: quiet, orderly, and with strong social cohesion. The buildings largely date from the 1950s and 1960s, with terraced houses and semi-detached houses as the most common housing types. Streets like Stevensfenne itself and the surrounding roads have a green character with trees along the pavement, giving the neighbourhood a less stony feel than some other post-war districts.

The neighbourhood has a mixed population structure: the largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, but there are also many young people and a substantial number of single-person households. This gives Stevenfenne a dynamic yet down-to-earth Twente character. Neighbours know each other, but no one interferes in your affairs if you don't want them to.

For daily groceries, you can go to supermarkets in the immediate vicinity, including shops towards the Stadsveld centre on Hengelosestraat within cycling distance. For a larger range of shops, the city centre of Enschede is easily accessible. Schools in and around the neighbourhood serve both primary and secondary education, which partly explains why residents rate the Education category with a perfect score of 10. Sports clubs and green spaces are present in the wider area of Boswinkel - Stadsveld, although the greenery in Stevenfenne itself is somewhat more limited (score 7).

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores an 8. By bus, you can quickly reach the centre of Enschede, and Enschede Central train station is about a ten-minute bike ride away. Motorists have a direct connection to the rest of the city and the motorways towards Hengelo and the A35 via Hengelosestraat. Parking is not a major problem on most streets.

Residents give Stevenfenne an overall score of 8.2 out of 10. Notably high scores are Community (10), Housing (10) and Education (10). Safety scores the lowest with a 6, which is a point of attention for buyers who value this. On the neighbourhood page of Stevenfenne you can read all resident reviews and see the full district data. One resident describes the neighbourhood as: "A real neighbourhood where people still know each other and are there for each other." That sense of community is something you encounter less often in more urban neighbourhoods.

If you compare Stevenfenne with neighbouring neighbourhoods, Stadsveld-Noord-Bruggert has a slightly more urban character, while Boswinkel-De Braker feels greener and quieter. Cromhoffsbleek-Kotman is also an interesting comparison for those undecided between neighbourhoods in the district. The overarching district Boswinkel - Stadsveld provides good context for what you can expect in this part of Enschede.

Who is a home in Stevenfenne interesting for?

Stevenfenne mainly appeals to first-time buyers and young couples who want to buy in Enschede without immediately paying top dollar. With an entry price from €209,000 and an average of €299,107, buying in Stevenfenne is more affordable than in many other neighbourhoods in the municipality. Movers looking for space at a reasonable price and with no need for a trendy environment will also find what they are looking for here. Families benefit from the good school environment, although the supply of owner-occupied homes is limited and you need to act quickly when something becomes available. Is buying not the right time now? Then check the rental homes in Stevenfenne as an alternative. Keep in mind that the low share of owner-occupied homes makes supply scarce.

What residents say about Stevenfenne

Based on the available reviews, Stevenfenne gives an overall score of 8.2 out of 10. Residents are particularly positive about the community, housing and the education offering, all three rated with a 10. Accessibility (8) and amenities (8) are also well appreciated. The only real area for improvement is safety, which lags behind with a 6. One resident writes: "A real neighbourhood where people still know each other and are there for each other." Want to read all the reviews and view more neighbourhood data? Then go to the full neighbourhood page of Stevenfenne.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Stevenfenne

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident scores and current district data that you won't find on other platforms. This way, you can not only compare a home but also assess the neighbourhood itself before planning a viewing. Check the wider supply via owner-occupied homes in Boswinkel - Stadsveld or explore other districts such as Hogeland - Velve and Enschede-Noord. For a complete overview of the Enschede owner-occupied market, you can visit the page owner-occupied homes in Enschede. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Enschede.