Homes for sale in Weerdinge, Emmen

House prices and market figures Weerdinge, Emmen

Weerdinge is a distinct owner-occupied neighbourhood: as much as 89% of the housing stock is privately owned, while only 11% is rented out. This says something about the character of the neighbourhood: people buy here and stay. The average WOZ value is €340,000, which is lower than the district average of Kern Emmen Noord (€381,000), but significantly higher than the municipal average of Emmen as a whole (€240,000). That difference reflects the quiet, green and sought-after character of Weerdinge compared to other parts of the municipality.

Looking at actual transactions over the past twelve months, five homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €396,600. The range ran from €289,500 to €535,000, with an average living area of 147 m². That works out to a price of around €2,700 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of larger single-family homes and detached houses; apartments are hardly found here. Want to know how many homes are currently available and what the current asking prices are? Check the overview at the top of this page for the most recent status.

Living in Weerdinge, Emmen

Weerdinge is a small peat village on the southeast side of the municipality of Emmen, with around 585 residents spread across 241 homes. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its bustle or amenities on the corner, but rather for its silence, space and close-knit community. The housing stock largely consists of detached houses and semi-detached homes, many built in the 1970s and 1980s on spacious plots. Gardens blend seamlessly into the surrounding peat landscape, giving the neighbourhood an openness you won't find in more urban parts of Emmen.

The population structure is predominantly middle-aged and older: the largest group is 45 to 65 years old (170 people), followed by those aged 65 and over (160 people). That tells you something about the pace and character of the neighbourhood. It is quiet, people look out for each other's property, and social cohesion is noticeable. Families with young children are in the minority, but they also live here. For primary education, children rely on nearby villages such as Nieuw-Weerdinge, a few kilometres away. Daily shopping is also done outside the neighbourhood itself, as Weerdinge has no supermarket or shopping street of its own. Emmer-Compascuum and Nieuw-Weerdinge are the nearest places with more amenities.

Accessibility by car is good: via the N862 you quickly reach the N34, the main road towards Emmen city centre and the A37 to Hoogeveen and beyond. Emmen city centre is about ten to fifteen minutes' drive away. Public transport is available but limited; there are bus connections from the surrounding area, but for daily commuting without a car, Weerdinge is less practical. Cyclists can explore the area via quiet country roads, and that is exactly what many residents do.

The neighbourhood page of Weerdinge shows a remarkably high resident score of 9.6 out of 10. Safety, accessibility, community, green space and amenities all score a perfect 10. Only beauty (8.0) and education (9.0) score slightly lower, which fits a small rural village without its own schools or shops. For comparison, neighbourhoods like Westenesch and Verspreide huizen Emmen have a similar rural character, but Weerdinge scores particularly high as a neighbourhood community. Also Nieuw-Weerdinge is a nearby alternative with more amenities within walking distance.

For whom is a home in Weerdinge the right choice?

Weerdinge mainly attracts people who consciously choose peace, space and a manageable community. Movers looking for more space from a busier part of Emmen or elsewhere in Drenthe often find what they are looking for here. People approaching or after retirement also feel at home in this quiet environment. Starters will notice that supply is limited and prices, with an average of nearly €400,000, are steep for a first home. Anyone who still wants to buy in Weerdinge would do well to respond quickly as soon as something becomes available, because the market is small. If renting is an option, also check the rental homes in Weerdinge, although that supply is scarce at 11% of the stock. A clear disadvantage to honestly mention: without a car, you are dependent on limited public transport here.

What residents say about Weerdinge

Based on available reviews, Weerdinge scores a 9.6 out of 10, one of the higher scores you encounter in the region. The sub-scores for safety, community and green space are all maximum. One resident writes: "I really want that bonus" (9.6/10, Jona), which may not be the most extensive review, but the high score speaks for itself. Beauty (8.0) is the only category that lags slightly, which is understandable for a rural peat village. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the information page of Weerdinge.

Compare homes for sale around Weerdinge and in the municipality of Emmen

Via Buurtje.nl you can search not only by property type or price, but also filter by neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data from more than 1,500 sources. This makes it easier to assess whether Weerdinge really suits you, or whether a neighbourhood like Barger-Compascuum, Roswinkel or Emmer-Compascuum better matches your wishes. If you want to see the supply across the entire municipality, view all homes for sale in Emmen. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Emmen.