A modern terraced house in Mekkelholt
Tucked away in the quiet residential area of Mekkelholt, this terraced house from 2009 offers a comfortable, contemporary living space. The home is part of a well-established part of Enschede, where daily life moves at a relaxed pace. With a last known asking price of €409,000, it sat 20% below the average asking price of €514,000 for homes in the neighbourhood, which put it on the sharp side of the market. For a sense of what's on offer, you can compare it with other terraced houses in Enschede. This home has not been online since 19 August 2026.
Inside the home
Step inside and you'll find a well-thought-out layout spread over two floors, with six rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 110 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 100 m²; the plot was 128 m² according to both. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating, and it comes with a front and back garden, the latter facing south and accessible via the back alley. You own the property outright, so there's no leasehold to worry about.
Life in Mekkelholt
Mekkelholt is a neighbourhood where residents give their surroundings a solid 8.05 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident sums it up: "Good, nothing more, safe house." Another notes, "It's a tidy neighbourhood but there are a few people who pick fights and have constant issues with the enforcement, which puts the neighbourhood in a bad light. Other than that, it's not extremely clean because there's a lot of dog poo." These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this street. The area is home to around 2,765 people, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, have a look at the Mekkelholt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn and Dirk supermarkets are just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For school runs, Basisschool Menkotoren is a five-minute walk, and Greijdanus - Enschede is even closer. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk van Tienen, is a ten-minute walk, while the BENU Apotheek Enschede Noord is just around the corner. Bus line 2 stops at Enschede, Berkelstraat on your doorstep, and the train station in Enschede is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Enschede.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home was €365,000, as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 12% above that figure. According to the municipality's valuation, the property has seen a positive development over the past five years. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway noise is 9 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding are medium, with flood risk currently low and expected to stay low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but may rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels, including Vera Welker Makelaars and Vera Welker Makelaars on Funda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Lijsterstraat 242, Enschede
How did the asking price compare to other homes in Mekkelholt?
The asking price of €409,000 was 20% below the average asking price of €514,000 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. The median asking price was €412,000, so this home was priced slightly below that. Prices in the area range from €265,000 to €895,000, and the average price per square metre was €3,676, based on the agent's listed area.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home had six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area was listed as 110 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 100 m². The plot is 128 m². The property includes a front and back garden, with the back garden facing south and accessible via the back alley.
What was the WOZ value and how did it relate to the asking price?
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, was €365,000. The asking price of €409,000 was 12% above this value. The WOZ value was the official valuation for tax purposes and might not reflect the current market value, but it gave an indication of how the asking price compared to the municipal assessment.
What are the noise levels like around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 9 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, and they do not represent a measurement inside the home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The Albert Heijn and Dirk supermarkets are both about 400 metres away, and a Jumbo is about 750 metres away. For schools, Basisschool Menkotoren is about 170 metres away, and Greijdanus - Enschede, a secondary school, is about 105 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance.
What is the neighbourhood of Mekkelholt like?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says it's a 'good, nothing more, safe house,' while another mentions it's 'a tidy neighbourhood' but notes some issues with enforcement and dog poo. The neighbourhood has around 2,765 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home was fully insulated and heated by district heating. The energy label was based on the property's characteristics and did not necessarily reflect actual energy costs, which could vary depending on usage.
Is there a risk of flooding or foundation issues?
The foundation risk indication for the area is low, with sandy soil. For climate risks, pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is indicated as medium, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is currently low and expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but may become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Enschede, which is about 1.7 kilometres away. That's roughly a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. Bus line 2 stops at Enschede, Berkelstraat, which is about 140 metres from the home, and also at Enschede, Buizerdstraat and Enschede, Stroinksbleekweg.
