Gerrit Achterbergstraat 11
Groot Driene-Noord, Hengelo
AreaA quiet street with a practical layout
This terraced house on Gerrit Achterbergstraat sits in a calm part of Hengelo, with a neat front garden and a private back garden. The 118 m² floor area is spread over three floors, giving you room to spread out. The energy label B means it's reasonably efficient, so heating bills shouldn't be a shock. Compared to other homes for sale in the neighbourhood, the asking price of €340,000 is on the high side, but then this is a larger-than-average house with a garden, which is rare in Groot Driene-Noord. For context, terraced houses in Hengelo sell for a wide range of prices, so it's worth seeing what you get for your money.
Groot Driene-Noord: a mixed, quiet neighbourhood
Groot Driene-Noord is a residential area with a mix of terraced houses and low-rise apartment blocks. One resident who has lived here their whole life describes it as 'middle class' and notes that 'there is little contact between neighbours, but you do get greeted'. They also appreciate the nearby shopping centre and the fact that the meadows are a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood has around 3,300 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households and a fair number of families. It's a quiet spot, with an urbanity level of 2 (strongly urban) but without the hustle of a city centre. For more on the area, see the Groot Driene-Noord neighbourhood.
Daily life on Gerrit Achterbergstraat
For your morning bread run, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There's also an Aldi and a Lidl within walking distance. For primary schools, CBS de Zevenster and Paulus are both about a ten-minute walk away, while secondary school Zone.college vmbo is a bit further. The train station is a ten-minute walk, so commuting to Enschede or Deventer is straightforward. The neighbourhood also has a GP practice within a few minutes' walk. For more on the wider area, check out the municipality of Hengelo.
Listed through several channels
At the time of writing, this home is listed through multiple channels, including Des Huizes, Des Huizes Makelaars, Pararius and Funda. That means you can compare the listing across platforms, though the details are the same.
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About Gerrit Achterbergstraat 11, Hengelo
Is €340,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €340,000 is above the average sold price of €334,000 for homes in Groot Driene-Noord, and well above the current average asking price of €311,500. However, this house is larger (118 m²) than the neighbourhood average (107 m²) and has a garden, which is not common in this area. So while it's on the high side, you're getting more space and outdoor area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is quite good for a house built in 1971. It means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, so you can expect moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, about a third of homes have label B, and the rest are label C, so this is above average for the area.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach Hengelo's centre or connect to other cities like Enschede and Deventer.
What are the neighbours like?
Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood is described as middle class with mainly terraced houses and low apartment blocks. They note that there is little contact between neighbours, but people do greet each other. The area is quiet and pleasant, with ongoing improvements to make it even nicer.
Are there supermarkets nearby?
Yes, there are several supermarkets within walking distance. Jumbo is just 114 m away, Albert Heijn is 164 m, and Aldi and Lidl are about 1 km. So daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools CBS de Zevenster and Paulus are both about 4.5 km away, which is a bit far for walking but a short bike ride. Secondary school Zone.college vmbo is 4 km away. There are also several other schools within 5 km.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
Currently, there are only 2 homes for sale in Groot Driene-Noord, including this one. That's a very limited supply, so if you're interested, it's worth acting quickly. The average time to sell in the area is 32 days, which is fairly fast.
