A compact studio in Berflo Es Noord
This studio on Gieskesstraat sits in Berflo Es Noord, a neighbourhood in Hengelo where single-person households make up the majority. At 33 m², the floor area is 70% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 111 m², which makes it a compact living space. The last known rent of €552 per month sat well below the average asking rent of €1,313 in the area. Homes here are typically let within 16 days, so the market moves at a steady pace. For context, this is one of the [studios in Hengelo]. This home has not been online since 4 October 2026.
The Berflo Es Noord neighbourhood
Berflo Es Noord is home to around 3,585 residents, with a high share of one-person households at 55%. The age spread is fairly even, with a third of residents between 25 and 45, and a fifth aged 65 or over. The housing stock is mixed, with 44% owner-occupied homes and the rest rented. The neighbourhood has a quiet, residential feel, with a train station about a ten-minute walk away. For a closer look at the area, [the Berflo Es Noord neighbourhood] page has more detail.
Daily life on the street
For daily shopping, the Lidl is just around the corner, and an AH to go is even closer. An Ekoplaza for organic groceries is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, KBS de Wheele, is about 4.2 km away, while secondary options like Het Twickel College Borne are a similar distance. A GP practice is within walking distance. The wider [municipality of Hengelo] offers further amenities and connections.
Listing source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Construction
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 Gieskesstraat 4, Hengelo
Was €552 per month a fair rent for this studio?
The asking rent of €552 was considerably lower than the neighbourhood average of €1,313 for rental homes. The average price per square metre in the area was €11.88, while this studio worked out at about €16.73 per m². Given the compact size and the social housing status, the rent reflected the property's position in the market.
What does the energy label D mean for this home?
Energy label D is an official registration recorded in the national energy label database. It sits in the middle of the scale, between the most efficient A labels and the least efficient G labels. The label indicates the home's energy performance as registered, but it does not describe the condition of the building or its installations.
How does the size of this studio compare to others in the neighbourhood?
At 33 m², this studio was 70% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 111 m² for rental homes. That made it a compact living space, suited to someone looking for a smaller footprint. The average rental home in the area has around 111 m² of floor area, so this is at the smaller end of the spectrum.
How quickly do rental homes in this neighbourhood go?
Rental homes in Berflo Es Noord are let on average within 16 days. That gives an indication of how quickly properties move in this area. With only two rental homes currently available in the neighbourhood, the supply is limited at the moment.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Berflo Es Noord has around 3,585 residents, with a notable share of one-person households at 55%. The largest age group is 25 to 45-year-olds, making up a third of the population, while 19% are aged 65 or over. Families with children account for 21% of households, giving the area a mixed character.
What amenities are within easy reach of this studio?
Daily groceries are close by, with an AH to go at 332 metres and a Lidl at 461 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 591 metres for organic options. A GP practice is 800 metres away, and the train station is 1.1 km from the home. Schools are further out, with the nearest primary school at about 4.2 km.
