A home with a story in Rutten
This is a home that raises questions before it answers them. It is listed as a terraced house, yet the agent describes it as an upstairs apartment on the fourth floor, with a balcony and a single bedroom. The asking price of €260,750 sits 27% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €357,952. That comparison is precomputed, so it is worth noting without drawing conclusions. For context, the neighbourhood has 29 homes for sale, with prices ranging from €210,000 to €469,900. If you are looking at [terraced houses in Noordoostpolder], this one stands out for its unusual combination of features.
What the agent tells us
The agent lists this as a new build, completed in 1952, with two rooms, one bedroom, and one floor. The living area according to the BAG registration is 88 m², while the agent lists 42 m². The plot measures 4,812 m², which is unusually large for a home of this type. The property is described as an upstairs apartment on the fourth floor, with a balcony. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs are likely to be moderate. The volume is 135 m³. There is no mention of a garden, garage, or any insulation details in the listing.
Life in Rutten-woonkern
Rutten-woonkern is a small community with 910 residents, and the average household size is 2.3. Residents across the municipality of Noordoostpolder give their living environment an average score of 8.23, based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "We live here with great pleasure, there is a lot of social contact with a pleasant atmosphere. There is good contact between the neighbours for those who need it. Another big plus are the parks in the neighbourhood, it is very beautiful to walk through them." Another resident notes: "very many cultures, which is sometimes not pleasant. since talking to each other is then sometimes quite limited. also not very pleasant always to walk around at night." A third resident mentions that "the Dutch residents are rapidly decreasing and the non-Dutch are rapidly increasing." These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not just this neighbourhood. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of ages, with 23% aged 65 or older and 15% under 15. For more on the area, see [the Rutten-woonkern neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the nearest supermarkets are Jumbo, Poiesz, Aldi, Lidl, and Ekoplaza, all within a few kilometres. The closest primary school is De Leeuwerik, just around the corner, with 119 pupils. Secondary education is further away, with Caleido. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Arentsen en Groeneveld in Lemmer, a ten-minute walk or so, and the pharmacy is Service Apotheek De Waag Lemmer nearby. For public transport, bus line 77 stops at Rutten, Lemsterpoort, just around the corner. The nearest train station is Wolvega, about 22 km away. The municipality of Noordoostpolder offers a rural setting with these amenities spread out, as described in [the municipality of Noordoostpolder].
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, with the note that the building dates from before 1970, and 92% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, flood risk is medium both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Hoekstra Assurantie & Makelaardij B.V. on Funda. The listing has been active since 16 October 2026.
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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 Plantsoenweg 17, Rutten
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €260,750 is 27% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €357,952. The neighbourhood has 29 homes for sale, with prices ranging from €210,000 to €469,900. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,122, while this home is listed at €6,208 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 42 m². This is a precomputed comparison, so it is up to you to interpret what it means for this property.
What is the layout of this home according to the agent?
The agent describes this as an upstairs apartment on the fourth floor, with two rooms, one bedroom, and one floor. It has a balcony. The living area is listed as 42 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 88 m². The plot is 4,812 m². The property is a new build according to the agent, with a volume of 135 m³. There is no mention of a garden or garage in the listing.
Why is there no WOZ value mentioned for this property?
The WOZ is the municipal valuation, and it is not always available at the time of listing. Without it, there is no precomputed comparison between the WOZ and the asking price, and no historical development of the WOZ over the past five years. This means you cannot use the WOZ as a reference point for this home from the listing alone.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. This is an area-level indication from public data, not a measurement taken at this specific home. The noise level is a fact about the location, and it is up to you to consider how it might affect your comfort. No further details are provided in the listing.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The nearest primary school, De Leeuwerik, is just around the corner at 356 metres. The nearest bus stop, Rutten, Lemsterpoort, is at 138 metres, served by bus line 77. For groceries, the nearest supermarkets are Jumbo, Poiesz, Aldi, Lidl, and Ekoplaza, all within about 4.3 to 4.4 km. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Arentsen en Groeneveld in Lemmer, about 4.4 km away, and the pharmacy is Service Apotheek De Waag Lemmer nearby.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Rutten-woonkern has 910 residents, with an average household size of 2.3. The age distribution shows 23% are 65 or older, 28% are 45 to 65, 23% are 25 to 45, 10% are 15 to 25, and 15% are under 15. Households are split between 30% single-person, 34% with children, and 36% without children. These figures come from CBS data and give a picture of the community's composition.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Noordoostpolder give their living environment an average score of 8.23, based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "We live here with great pleasure, there is a lot of social contact with a pleasant atmosphere." Another notes: "very many cultures, which is sometimes not pleasant." These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not specifically Rutten-woonkern, so they should be read as a general indication of the area.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, according to address-level data. The notes state that the building was constructed before 1970, and 92% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It is a fact about the location, and no further details are provided in the listing.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state certain property details, such as the exact layout of rooms beyond the agent's description, any insulation features, or the presence of a garden or garage. The floor area is given as 42 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 88 m². As a result, some aspects of the home are not fully described.
