Faberstraat 16
Ribbelt-Ribbelerbrink, Enschede
AreaA semi-detached 1930s home with character
This semi-detached house on Faberstraat has a warm, lived-in feel that comes with a home from 1930. With 139 m² of floor space and a 242 m² plot, there is room to spread out. The price of €475,000 is 16% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €410,350, so it is on the high side compared to other homes currently for sale. For context, you can see other semi-detached houses in Enschede to get a sense of the market.
Ribbelt-Ribbelerbrink: a cosy, established neighbourhood
Based on one review, residents give the neighbourhood a 9.14 out of 10. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood. I've lived in this area for 53 years and in this house for 36 years, and I like it. As an old Amsterdammer who grew up in the Jordaan, I'm perfectly happy here, don't want to leave. Everything is quite close, nice neighbours. Well, what more could a person want? Nothing, right?" The area has a mix of households, with many single-person homes and a fair share of families. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are lined with pre-war houses. This is the Ribbelt-Ribbelerbrink neighbourhood in a nutshell.
Daily life on Faberstraat
For your morning bread, Jumbo and Aldi are just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. Primary school Openbare Basisschool La Res is a couple of streets away, and there are several other schools within walking distance. A GP is a five-minute walk, and the park is on your doorstep. The train station is 2.1 km away, so a short cycle or bus ride. All this falls under the municipality of Enschede.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Straatman Makelaardij. The energy label is F, which is the second-lowest rating, so expect higher energy costs. The listing is current as of now.
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About Faberstraat 16, Enschede
Is €475,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €475,000 is 16% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€410,350) and well above the median of €380,000. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €347,347, so this is a premium listing. Whether it is fair depends on how much the character and size matter to you.
What does energy label F mean for this home?
Energy label F is the second-lowest rating on the scale. It means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively high heating and electricity bills. The label is an official registration; it does not tell you exactly what needs improvement, but it is worth factoring into your budget.
How is the neighbourhood Ribbelt-Ribbelerbrink?
Based on one review, residents give it a 9.14 out of 10. One long-term resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with nice neighbours and everything close by. The area has a mix of ages, with many single-person households and families. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the streets have a pre-war character.
What shops and schools are nearby?
Jumbo and Aldi are just around the corner (about 300 m), and Lidl is a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool La Res is a couple of streets away (262 m), and Christelijke basisschool De Fontein is also within walking distance. Secondary school Tienercollege Florès is about 450 m away.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.1 km from the house. That is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What is the garden like?
The listing does not mention a garden. The plot is 242 m², but whether that includes a garden or is mostly built-up is not stated.
