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Brinkstraat 255

Varvik-Diekman, Enschede

€ 499,000
Neighbourhood Varvik-Diekman, EnschedeNeighbourhood
Lidl 415m away
10 supermarkets within 1 km
Energy label E
Insulation can make a big difference at this label
AI summary

A semi-detached house with character

This 1935 semi-detached house on Brinkstraat has a warm, lived-in feel, with 106 m² of living space and a 195 m² plot. It's the most expensive of the five homes currently for sale in Varvik-Diekman, at €499,000, on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €440,600. For context, semi-detached houses in Enschede vary widely in price and condition.

Varvik-Diekman: a mixed neighbourhood

The Varvik-Diekman neighbourhood is a mixed area with mostly pre-war homes and a high proportion of families. Based on two reviews, opinions are split: one resident calls it a "Cosy neighbourhood, friendly neighbours. Highly recommended to live here," while another describes it as "a social housing neighbourhood with a lot of drug dealing, antisocial people and rubbish on the streets." The neighbourhood has a high crime rate, with 307 total offences recorded.

Daily life on Brinkstraat

For your daily shopping, Lidl is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. Primary schools are close: De Kiem is on your doorstep, and Alfonsusschool is just around the corner. For secondary education, Het Stedelijk Diekman is a five-minute walk. The area is urban, with an address density of 2,375 per km², so amenities are within easy reach. The municipality of Enschede offers a range of services and green spaces.

At the time of writing

At present, the home is listed through several channels, including VMK Makelaars, VMK Makelaars, and VMK Makelaars.

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Features

Details of this home

Date discovered15 April 2026
StatusAvailable
Price € 499,000
Price per m²€ 4,708
Living area106m²
Plot area195m²
Year built1935
Energy labelE
NeighbourhoodVarvik-Diekman
MunicipalityEnschede
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Location

Brinkstraat 255, Enschede

Experiences from the neighbourhood

Satisfactory · 2 residents

9.0
Quinten
25-09-2024
Cosy

Cosy neighbourhood, friendly neighbours. Highly recommended to live here.

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3.3
N
15-08-2024
A social housing neighbourhood with a lot of drug dealing, antisocial people and rubbish on the streets

In the last few years, the neighbourhood has been characterised by dumping old rubbish on the streets, drug dealing, violence, aggression and burglaries. Living in this neighbourhood gives you anything but a safe feeling.

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Neighbourhood statistics

Data from Varvik-Diekman

Residents3,440
Men51%
Women49%

Housing market

Data from Varvik-Diekman

Housing stock1,745
Avg. assessed value€ 299,000
Homes for sale45%
Rental homes55%

Supermarkets

36 within 5 km

Lidl
Brinkstraat 336
415m
Jumbo
Kuipersdijk 118
729m
Albert Heijn
H.J. van Heekplein 63
752m

Schools

78 within 5 km

De Kiem
Primary education · 172 pupils
262m
Alfonsusschool
Primary education · 360 pupils
424m
obs Willem Wilmink
Primary education · 94 pupils
514m

Frequently asked questions

About Brinkstraat 255, Enschede

Is €499,000 a fair price for this semi-detached house?

At €499,000, this is the most expensive of the five homes currently for sale in Varvik-Diekman. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €440,600, and the average sold price recently was €365,778. So it's on the high side, but the home has a 195 m² plot and an energy label E, which may influence the price.

What is the energy label and what does it mean?

The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area.

How is the neighbourhood for safety?

Residents have mixed views. One says it's cosy and friendly, while another mentions drug dealing, violence and burglaries, giving a feeling of unsafety. The neighbourhood recorded 307 total offences, which is relatively high. It's worth considering your own comfort level.

What schools are nearby?

Primary schools are very close: De Kiem is 262 m away, Alfonsusschool at 424 m, and obs Willem Wilmink at 514 m. For secondary education, Het Stedelijk Diekman is 648 m away. All are within a short walk.

How far is the train station?

The train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride.

What supermarkets are nearby?

Lidl is 415 m away, Jumbo at 729 m, and Albert Heijn at 752 m. All are within a five- to ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is convenient.

How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?

Currently, there are five homes for sale in Varvik-Diekman. The average asking price is €440,600, and the median is €435,000. This home is the most expensive on the market.

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