Venestraat 161
Oude Molenbuurt, Assen
AreaA grand old house in Oude Molenbuurt
On Venestraat 161 in Assen stands a semi-detached house from 1905, a home with real presence in the Oude Molenbuurt. The neighbourhood is lively and diverse, with a mix of people and plenty of greenery, and the city centre is just a short stroll away. With a living area of 164 m² according to the BAG registration, this is a substantial home. The asking price of €447,500 sits well above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €299,583, and also above the average for semi-detached houses in Assen. In short, this is a price on the high side.
The home itself
The house was built in 1905 and has an energy label G, the least efficient label, so expect high energy costs. The agent does not provide further details about the layout, outdoor space or installations in this listing.
Life in Oude Molenbuurt
Residents of the Noorderpark district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.5, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a neighbourhood where many diverse people live, often very cosy, though there can be hassle among each other at certain times. Another mentions the many trees that make everything cosier, and a small shopping centre within a 200-metre walk with a pharmacy, supermarket, chemist, baker, butcher and post office. A third resident notes that a lot has been renovated and it is now an excellent neighbourhood, with the city centre about 100 metres away. The district has 1,775 inhabitants, and 60% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Oude Molenbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with AH XL and Dirk a couple of streets away. For primary education, Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas and Basisschool De Cirkel are both within a five-minute walk, and secondary schools Gomarus College and Dr. Nassau College are also close by. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk E.M. Oldenhuis is just around the corner, and Apotheek Themmen pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Bus stops Assen, Nobellaan and Assen, Triade are nearby, served by lines 7, 8 and 380, and Assen train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Assen offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Assen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €308,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 45% above the WOZ value. According to the municipality, the WOZ value has developed over the past five years, though the exact figures are not provided here. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil, and the home was built before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Lamberink.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Venestraat 161, Assen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €447,500 is 45% above the WOZ value of €308,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between asking price and WOZ value is a fact, and what it means for the eventual sale price is up to the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect high energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. The home was built in 1905, which is a fact, but the label is what it is.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €308,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This is the value that the municipality assigns for tax purposes. The asking price is 45% above this WOZ value. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, and the difference is simply a fact.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 25 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications at the address level, not measurements inside the home, and they come from public data sources.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. The soil type is sand, and the home was built before 1970, which are factors in the indication. This is not an inspection of the specific foundation of this home, but a general indication for the area.
What is the flood and climate risk for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which is flooding from heavy rain, is indicated as medium. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a guarantee for this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 400 metres away, with AH XL and Dirk also within 500 metres. A SPAR and Ekoplaza are within a kilometre. This means daily groceries are within easy walking distance, and there are several options to choose from.
What schools are in the area?
There are several primary schools within a short walk, including Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas and Basisschool De Cirkel, both around 300 metres away. For secondary education, Gomarus College and Dr. Nassau College are about 500 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops Assen, Nobellaan and Assen, Triade are within 300 to 400 metres, served by lines 7, 8 and 380. Assen train station is about 1.4 kilometres away, which is a ten-minute walk or a short bike ride. This gives you options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Noorderpark district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.5, based on three reviews. They mention a diverse and cosy atmosphere, with lots of greenery and a nearby shopping centre. Some note that there can be hassle among residents at times, and that there is little police presence, but the overall impression is positive.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not include details about the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating, or ownership details.
