Buurtschap Lonneker-West, Enschede
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Hofmanweg sits in the rural fringe of Enschede, surrounded by fields and greenery. The 135 m² floor area is modest, but the real draw is the enormous 6,790 m² plot, a rare find. Built in 1880, the home has an F energy label, so heating costs will be significant. At €998,000, the price is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Enschede, reflecting the exceptional land size.
Buurtschap Lonneker-West is a thinly populated area with a low address density of 402 addresses per km², making it one of the least urban parts of Enschede. Most homes are owner-occupied (84%) and nearly all are single-family houses (93%). The population is predominantly families with children, and average household size is 2.8 people. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the character is best judged by a visit. This is the Buurtschap Lonneker-West neighbourhood in a nutshell.
For daily groceries, the nearest SPAR is just around the corner, while Albert Heijn and Dirk are a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools are on your doorstep: Openbare Basisschool Dalton Lonneker and Basisschool Liduina. For secondary education, Greijdanus, Enschede is about 2 km away. The train station is 4.1 km from the home, so a car or bike is handy for commuting. The wider area falls under the municipality of Enschede, which offers all urban amenities within a short drive.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Vera Welker Makelaars.
Details of this home
Hofmanweg 2, Enschede
Data from Buurtschap Lonneker-West
23 within 5 km
38 within 5 km
About Hofmanweg 2, Enschede
The price reflects the exceptional plot size of 6,790 m² rather than the 135 m² home itself. Compared to other semi-detached houses in Enschede, the price per square metre of living space is high, but the land value is substantial. The F energy label also means higher running costs, so factor that into your budget.
Buurtschap Lonneker-West is a rural, low-density area with mostly families and owner-occupied homes. It is quiet and green, with fields and farms nearby. Urban amenities are a short drive away in Enschede centre. The address density is very low, so you will have plenty of space and privacy.
The closest supermarket is a SPAR at 680 metres, just around the corner. Larger supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Dirk are about 1.9 km away, a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. For a full range, the city centre of Enschede is about 4 km away.
Two primary schools are within walking distance: Openbare Basisschool Dalton Lonneker at 592 metres and Basisschool Liduina at 669 metres. For secondary education, Greijdanus, Enschede is about 2 km away. There are also several other schools within 5 km.
The nearest train station is 4.1 km away, so you will need a bike or car to reach it. The rural location means a car is the most practical option for commuting.
The home has an energy label F, which is inefficient. Heating and electricity costs will be higher than average. The home was built in 1880, so insulation and modern heating systems are likely lacking. Budget for potential upgrades to improve efficiency.
The plot is 6,790 m², which includes the house and the surrounding land. The listing does not specify how much is garden, but the large plot offers plenty of outdoor space for gardening, recreation, or even keeping animals. You would need to see the property to assess the layout.
With a floor area of 135 m², it likely has at least three bedrooms, but you would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
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