Varvik-Diekman, Enschede
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Dr. Wagenaarstraat sits in a part of Enschede where the streets are lined with mature trees and the pace of life feels calm. With 131 m² of living space and a 266 m² plot, there is room to spread out. The price of €435,000 is right in line with the median for semi-detached houses in Enschede, so you are paying a fair market rate.
Varvik-Diekman is a mixed area. One resident calls it "Cosy" and says: "Cosy neighbourhood, friendly neighbours. Highly recommended to live here." Another paints a different picture: "A social housing neighbourhood with a lot of drug dealing, antisocial people and rubbish on the streets." With only two reviews, it is hard to get a full picture, but the average score of 6.15 reflects that split. The neighbourhood Varvik-Diekman has around 3,440 residents, with a mix of families and singles, and 74% of homes are single-family houses.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There is also an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. The primary school obs Willem Wilmink is on your doorstep, and secondary schools like Het Stedelijk Diekman are a five-minute walk away. The municipality Enschede provides the usual municipal services, and the city centre is a short bike ride away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Vera Welker Makelaars and also appears on Funda, so you can find it through several channels.
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Dr. Wagenaarstraat 38, Enschede
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Cosy neighbourhood, friendly neighbours. Highly recommended to live here.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn 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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About Dr. Wagenaarstraat 38, Enschede
Yes, it is in line with the market. The median asking price in Varvik-Diekman is also €435,000, and the average price per m² is €3,606. With 131 m², the price per m² here works out to about €3,321, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average.
The home has energy label C. That is a decent rating, it means the home is reasonably efficient, but not top-of-the-line. You can expect moderate energy bills, but it is worth checking the exact insulation and heating system when you view the property.
Resident reviews are mixed. One person describes it as cosy and friendly, while another mentions drug dealing and antisocial behaviour. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 307, which is something to consider. It is best to visit at different times of day to get your own feel.
Primary school obs Willem Wilmink is just 29 metres away, so literally on your doorstep. For secondary education, Het Stedelijk Diekman is about 250 metres away, and Bonhoeffer College Wethouder Beversstraat is within a five-minute walk. There are plenty of options within a short distance.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away. That is about a 35-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride. It is not within walking distance for a daily commute, but cycling is easy.
Jumbo is 535 metres away (about a six-minute walk), Lidl is 641 metres, and Nettorama is 724 metres. Albert Heijn is 885 metres, all within a ten-minute walk. You have several options for daily groceries.
The plot is 266 m², which typically includes the garden. The listing does not specify the garden layout, but with a plot that size, there is certainly outdoor space. You would need to check the exact garden size and orientation with the agent.
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