Buying a home in Verspreide huizen Elim-Zuid, Elim.
Elim-Zuid offers scattered detached homes on quiet, spacious plots—the kind of place where you actually know your neighbours. You're looking at mid-range suburban living with decent road access to Hoogeveen's amenities and the wider region. The homes tend to be practical family houses from the 1960s-80s, built for space rather than style. It's peaceful without being isolated, and the local schools and supermarkets are a short drive away.
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What to consider when buying in Verspreide huizen Elim-Zuid
Pros:
- Quiet rural setting with genuine space between houses; no stacked apartments or row-house density
- Short commute to Hoogeveen town centre (5–10 minutes by car) for shops and services
- Lower property prices than comparable houses in urban areas
- Direct access to Drenthe countryside for cycling and walking
Cons:
- No walkable local services; you'll depend on a car for groceries, schools, and GP visits
- Limited public transport; nearest train station is Hoogeveen (bus connection exists but infrequent)
- Sparse social infrastructure; no neighbourhood cafés, playgrounds, or gathering spaces within walking distance
- House maintenance falls entirely on you, including long driveways and plots in bad weather
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Hoogeveen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.03
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 42
- Residential burglary
- 2
- Theft
- 4
- Violence and threats
- 4
- Vandalism and public order
- 11
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
Finding a home in Elim
Elim is where you'll find solid brick homes on quiet, leafy streets—the kind of neighbourhood where people stay for decades. You're close enough to Hoogeveen's services and schools, but far enough to feel removed from the bustle. The Drentse countryside wraps around you: fields, small forests, a real sense of space. Your neighbours tend to be families and long-term residents who know their streets well. It's not fancy, but it's dependable.
Asking prices and sale prices in Elim
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The wider housing market in Elim
In Elim, the real estate market shows notable trends. Last quarter, 9 homes sold, compared to 6 this quarter. The average transaction price last quarter was 464,000 euros, compared to 348,000 euros this quarter. The average transaction price per square meter last quarter was 3,236 euros, compared to 3,323 euros this quarter. The average list price last quarter was 450,000 euros, compared to 342,000 euros this quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting a stable market despite fewer sales.
Updated: April 2026
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