Oranje 42
Oranje, Midden-Drenthe
NeighbourhoodA home with space and history
This semi-detached house on Oranje 42 sits in the quiet village of Oranje, surrounded by fields and peace. Built in 1912, it has 177 m² of living space and a huge plot of 2585 m², rare to find. The energy label is C, so heating costs are moderate. The asking price of €485,000 is in line with the market for semi-detached houses in Midden-Drenthe.
The Oranje neighbourhood
Oranje is a tiny village with about 110 residents, mostly families and couples. Almost all homes are single-family houses, and three-quarters are owner-occupied. It is very quiet here, the address density is just 100 per km², making it one of the least urban areas in the Netherlands. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the village is known for its rural character. The Oranje neighbourhood offers a true countryside lifestyle.
Life on the street
Daily shopping requires a drive: the nearest supermarket, a Coop, is about 3 km away, and an Aldi and Jumbo are around 4 km. For primary education, the closest school is IKC 't Hieker Nust, with Kindcentrum De Schutkampen and IKC Prinses Margriet also within 5 km. A restaurant is just 0.2 km away, so you can walk to dinner. The train station is 9.9 km away, so a car is essential. The municipality of Midden-Drenthe covers a wide rural area with scattered villages.
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About Oranje 42, Oranje
Is €485,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €485,000 is in line with the market for semi-detached houses in Midden-Drenthe. The house has 177 m² of living space and a very large plot of 2585 m², which adds value. The energy label C means moderate energy costs. Given the size and plot, the price is reasonable for this area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which means the home has average energy efficiency. You can expect moderate heating bills, but it is not as efficient as modern homes with label A. The house was built in 1912, so some insulation improvements may be possible.
How big is the plot and what can I do with it?
The plot is 2585 m², which is exceptionally large for a semi-detached house. It offers plenty of space for a garden, possibly a vegetable patch, or even a small hobby building. The exact possibilities depend on local zoning plans, but the size is a major asset.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oranje is a very small, quiet village with around 110 residents. Most homes are single-family houses, and the area is predominantly owner-occupied. It is rural with low address density, so you will enjoy peace and space. There are no shops in the village itself, so a car is needed for daily errands.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Coop at about 3.1 km away. An Aldi and Jumbo are around 4.2-4.4 km. For a larger selection, you would need to drive to nearby towns. Daily shopping is not within walking distance.
Are there schools nearby?
The closest primary school is IKC 't Hieker Nust at 4 km, followed by Kindcentrum De Schutkampen at 4.1 km and IKC Prinses Margriet at 4.6 km. Secondary education is further away, at about 8.5 km. School runs will require a car or bus.
What is the public transport like?
The nearest train station is 9.9 km away, so commuting by train is not convenient without a car. Bus services may be limited in such a rural area. A car is practically essential for getting around.
Is the house suitable for a family?
With 177 m² of living space and a large plot, the house offers plenty of room for a family. The neighbourhood has many families and children, and the quiet surroundings are safe. However, the nearest schools are a few kilometres away, so school runs require transport.
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Experiences from Midden-Drenthe
How residents experience their municipality
Positive but the neighbourhood around the street where we live is deteriorating. Lower social class rental homes, many foreign people and drug dealing in the area, also known to the police. Furthermore, many facilities in the area, shops, schools, a GP practice and a community centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlley not lit by street lamps. Responsibility lies with the housing association. I have a broken little toe from protruding sleepers of a garden in the alley. Ventilation system doesn't work. Draft, mould, water under crawl space. There was also a visit from a company regarding energy level. C was personal, will become B for business. The housing association in question is difficult to communicate with, in my experience. Same with the pavements in the alley and the drain I called the relevant department about, but still need to report it. The neighbourhood. I've only just moved here and what strikes me is that there are no rubbish bins where you can, for example, dispose of your dog's waste. I also see that people dump waste in the private woodland areas where you're allowed to walk, including the poop bags. And then the pavements. Dangerous! And in the neighbourhood itself, people drive too fast. I don't get too worked up about it, but I actually find it quite annoying. The greenery, walking paths, private woods where you can walk are beautiful. With diversity of flora and fauna. But again, I see stepped-on mushrooms, plastic, cans, bottles, and much more. I take with me what I can take. But actually, there should be a bin at the beginning of the path, which is on municipal land. I notice little of the community. I'm quite a loner. When I walk the dog, people are friendly. It has become a reasonably mixed village.
Auto-translated to English by AII notice a lot of incompetence in prejudices about appearance, your dog, waste, other people's belongings, nuisance from cats, poor maintenance of pavements, alleyways without lighting and poor paving. Little information about possible help for the less fortunate. Water damage in gardens and surroundings. Car tyres are always flat in certain parking spots. Setting off fireworks too early. And probably more.
Auto-translated to English by AIDrijber and surroundings is a very beautiful neighbourhood with nice detached houses, a close-knit community and space for animals and people. It is the place to live if you benefit from a beautiful view and peace, combined with a cosy atmosphere at village festivals or neighbourhood barbecues. It is very close to the VAM mountain where the European Cycling Championships were recently held. The European Championships went through our street, which is of course fantastic to see. Although amenities such as shops etc are only to be found in Hoogeveen (8 km away), it does have a nice little school with good education. All in all, a very nice neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AICommunity centre in the neighbourhood with many activities for young and old, within walking distance a primary school, supermarket within walking distance
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living here pleasantly for years. Nice people, plenty of green. In short, great!
Auto-translated to English by AII find my village very cosy because you can have a chat everywhere
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbourliness is number one here
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Midden-Drenthe
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €457,660 | €395,879 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,150 | – |
| Rent price | €1,295 p/m | €1,295 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €12 p/m | – |
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Oranje 42, Oranje
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