A compact studio in Groot Driene Noord
This studio on Sportlaan Driene is a compact, newly built home in Hengelo. With 27 m² of living space, it is a practical base for one person. The rent of €838 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €1,350, which is keen for a studio. For more context, you can compare it with other studios in Hengelo.
The Groot Driene Noord neighbourhood
Groot Driene Noord is a mixed neighbourhood with mainly terraced houses and some low-rise apartment blocks. One resident, who has lived here their whole life, describes it as middle class, with a nice shopping centre and hopes the vacant shops will be filled. They note that there is generally little contact between neighbours, but you do get greeted. The same resident mentions that a lot is currently being done to make the neighbourhood even nicer, and that the meadows are a ten-minute walk away. Based on one review, this gives a sense of a quiet, improving area. The neighbourhood has a high share of single-person households, which fits a studio lifestyle. You can read more about the Groot Driene Noord neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Aldi a couple of streets away. For schools, the nearest primary school is a ten-minute walk, and secondary education is a bit further out. The train station is about 1.5 km away, so commuting is manageable. The area is part of the municipality of Hengelo, which offers a range of amenities within reach.
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About Sportlaan Driene 288, Hengelo
Is €838 a fair rent for this studio?
The rent of €838 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €1,350, which makes it keen for the area. The studio is 27 m², which is 74% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 103 m², so the price per square metre is relatively high. Overall, the rent is in line with what you might expect for a compact studio in this part of Hengelo.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance. A C label is mid-range, so you can expect moderate energy costs, but the label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building or its installations.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 423 metres, which is just around the corner. Jumbo is at 501 metres and Aldi at 541 metres, both a couple of streets away. For a quick shop, you have several options within a short walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Groot Driene Noord is a mixed neighbourhood with mainly terraced houses and some low-rise apartment blocks. One resident, who has lived there their whole life, describes it as middle class, with a nice shopping centre and hopes the vacant shops will be filled. They note that there is generally little contact between neighbours, but you do get greeted, and that a lot is being done to make the area nicer.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km from the home. That is a walk of about 20 minutes or a short cycle, making it feasible for commuting or day trips.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this home is marked as social housing. That means the rent and allocation are subject to social housing rules, which typically involve income limits and registration with a housing association. The rent of €838 is within the social housing threshold.
