A grand semi-detached house in Assen
On the Venestraat in the Oude Molenbuurt, this semi-detached house from 1905 stands as a striking presence in the neighbourhood. With its six rooms spread over two floors, it is a home with generous proportions. The last known asking price of €447,500 was in line with the market, according to the comparison with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for a home here was €299,583, and this property was priced 49% above that figure. If you are looking at [semi-detached houses in Assen], this one stands out for its size. This home has not been online since 29 September 2026.
Inside the home
The agent described a home with five bedrooms and two bathrooms, a layout that offered plenty of space. The living area was listed at 153 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 164 m². The plot is 247 m² according to both sources. The house has roof, wall and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. There is a garden at the rear of 82 m² and a front garden, both facing southwest. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright.
The Oude Molenbuurt
This part of Assen has a character shaped by its mix of residents and its greenery. Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 7.5, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's a neighbourhood where many diverse people live, often it's very cosy but there can also be a lot of hassle among each other at certain times." Another adds: "There are many trees in the neighbourhood, which makes everything a bit cosier and is also more pleasant for the eye." The district has around 1,800 inhabitants, and a large share of them are 65 or older. The reviews reflect a place with both charm and occasional friction, so it is worth reading them with that balance in mind. For more on the area, see [the Oude Molenbuurt neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
A short walk brings you to the essentials. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with the AH XL and Dirk also within a couple of streets away. For primary education, Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool De Cirkel is similarly close. The GP practice E.M. Oldenhuis is just around the corner, and Apotheek Themmen pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Bus stops on the Nobellaan are nearby, with lines 7 and 8, and line 380 stops at Assen, Triade. The train station in Assen is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Assen].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €308,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 45% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 76%, from €175,000 to €308,000. As for the address itself, the road traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil is sandy. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Lamberink Makelaars & Adviseurs.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredLayout
Construction
Outdoor space
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.
Frequently asked questions
About Venestraat 161, Assen
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was €308,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €447,500 was 45% above that value. This comparison was a fact about the two figures, not a judgement on whether the price was fair. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which can differ from the market value.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 76%, from €175,000 to €308,000. The yearly figures show a steady increase: €175,000 in 2020, €220,000 in 2021, €249,000 in 2022, €251,000 in 2023, €260,000 in 2024, and €308,000 in 2025. This development is a historical record, not a prediction.
What is the layout of this home?
The agent described a semi-detached house with six rooms, five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area was 153 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 164 m². The plot is 247 m². There is a rear garden of 82 m² and a front garden, both facing southwest.
What insulation and heating does the home have?
According to the agent, the home had roof, wall and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. The energy label is C. These were separate facts from the listing; the label did not tell you how the insulation performs in practice.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1905, which is a fact about its age, not a diagnosis of its condition.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 25 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, both below their standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood and heat risk for this address?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. Flood risk is low for the current situation and for 2050. Heat stress is low now, but medium for 2050. These are area-level indications from the climate atlas, not a guarantee for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo at 397 metres, followed by AH XL at 447 metres and Dirk at 497 metres. A SPAR is at 871 metres and Ekoplaza at 939 metres. These distances mean the daily grocery run is a short walk or bike ride away.
Which schools are near this home?
Christelijk Kindcentrum Het Kompas is a primary school at 263 metres, and Basisschool De Cirkel is at 282 metres. For secondary education, Gomarus College Assen is at 530 metres and Dr. Nassau College locatie Quintus Assen is at 539 metres. One resident noted that the schools in the area are all Christian, so a public school required cycling a bit further.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.5, based on three reviews. One resident mentions the diversity and cosiness, but also occasional hassle. Another says the neighbourhood has been renovated and is now excellent, with greenery and the canal nearby, though there is little police presence. A third mentions a stabbing years ago, but says the neighbours are friendly.
How did the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² was €2,925, based on the agent's living area of 153 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood was €3,170. This meant the price per m² was 8% below the neighbourhood average, while the total asking price was 49% above the average asking price, because this home was larger than the average.
What public transport options are nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Assen, Nobellaan at 294 metres, with lines 7 and 8. Assen, Triade at 384 metres has line 380, and Assen, Winkelcentrum Nobellaan at 446 metres has lines 7 and 8. The train station in Assen is at 1,419 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
