Elsbeek, Hengelo
NeighbourhoodThis 1929 semi-detached house on Spreeuwenstraat sits in a quiet, established part of Hengelo. With 144 m² of living space and a 201 m² plot, it offers a generous layout for a family. The energy label C means it's reasonably efficient, though older homes often need some updating. At €475,000, the asking price is above the neighbourhood average of €435,000, so it's on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Hengelo.
Elsbeek is a residential area with mostly families and older residents. The one resident review calls it a 'cosy quiet neighbourhood' and notes they've 'never had any problems with people'. It's a place where people know each other and feel safe. The area has a high proportion of owner-occupied homes (85%) and single-family houses (82%), giving it a stable, settled feel. The Elsbeek neighbourhood is well established, with many homes built between 1945 and 1970.
For your morning bread and groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, with Aldi and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within walking distance, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. The city centre of Hengelo is also easily reached by bike or bus. The municipality of Hengelo offers a good mix of urban amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Prisma Era Makelaars Hengelo and Huispedia.
Details of this home
Spreeuwenstraat 31, Hengelo
Very good · 1 resident
I've lived there all my life and never had any problems with people or people with us, always cosy and never any strange or conspicuous people.
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About Spreeuwenstraat 31, Hengelo
The asking price of €475,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €435,000 and the average sold price of €362,765. However, this home is larger than the average (144 m² vs 151 m²) and has a plot of 201 m². Given that only one other semi-detached house is currently for sale in Elsbeek, the market is tight, and the price reflects the home's size and character.
Elsbeek is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with a mix of ages. The one resident review describes it as 'cosy quiet neighbourhood' with no problems. It has a high homeownership rate (85%) and mostly single-family houses. The area feels safe and established, with many residents living there long-term.
The train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to nearby cities like Enschede or Deventer.
Jumbo supermarket is 323 m away, just around the corner. Aldi and Ekoplaza are within 600 m. Primary schools are within walking distance, and secondary schools are about 0.6 km away. The area has good daily amenities.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better insulation could help.
With 144 m² of living space, it likely has three or four bedrooms, but you would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
The listing does not state how long it has been for sale. However, the neighbourhood average time on market for sold homes is 44 days, which is relatively quick, suggesting demand is healthy.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Elsbeek