Buying a home in Industrieterrein Bargermeer, Emmen.
If you're looking for a home in a working industrial zone, Bargermeer offers something different: a mix of converted warehouses, modern apartments, and some surprising pockets of green space along the Bargermeer lake. You'll live among small businesses, maker studios, and people who chose this area precisely because it's not residential in the traditional sense. The canal-side location means water views and quiet corners, though you're close enough to Emmen's centre for everyday needs. It's practical, unpretentious, and suits people who want space without the suburban feel.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Industrieterrein Bargermeer
Pros:
- Former industrial sites are being converted to mixed-use developments with new housing, shops, and offices—you're getting in early on an emerging area
- Direct NS rail access via Emmen station, 10 minutes walk away; Amsterdam Central reachable in under 3 hours
- Land and property prices remain below the national average because the area is still in transition
- Proximity to Emmen town center shops and services without the noise of living directly in them
Cons:
- Heavy vehicle traffic and noise from the remaining industrial operations and logistics companies still active on and around the terrain
- Limited evening and weekend amenities; most bars, restaurants, and entertainment are in town center, not within walking distance
- The area has a working, unfinished feel—don't expect manicured streets or established neighborhood character for at least another 5–10 years
- Air quality can be affected by neighboring industrial activity and truck emissions
- Schools, healthcare facilities, and childcare options are thin on the ground locally; you'll depend on town center or car travel
Finding a home in Emmen
Choose homes that match what you need and compare listings carefully. Check practical points such as living area, layout and condition before deciding which homes to view.
Asking prices and sale prices in Emmen
To judge whether the asking price is competitive, look at recent sales of similar homes in Emmen, considering size, location and condition. The area’s median is only a broad reference, not the value of a specific home.
The wider housing market in Emmen
Buying a home in Emmen? The median sale price was around € 301,000 in the previous full quarter. When viewing a home, compare its living area and condition with similar recent sales.
Updated: September 2026